Stockholm Archipelago: eight of the best islands to visit
byEven if you’re just in Stockholm for a few days, a trip into the amazing archipelago can be a real highlight. Try these islands first.
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5 of the best photography tours in Rovaniemi, Finland
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Why you really should try the Scandinavian sleep method
Do you and your partner always fight over the duvet? Does one of you hog all the bedding, leaving the…
What is Scandinavian folk art, and where can you see it?
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Stockholm Archipelago: eight of the best islands to visit
Even if you’re just in Stockholm for a few days, a trip into the amazing archipelago can be a real highlight. Try these islands first.
The 12 best Scandinavian islands to visit
It’s no surprise that tourists who visit Scandinavia are attracted to the big cities and blissful countryside. Although cities such…
Copenhagen art museums: the best galleries and studios to visit
Copenhagen may not be the first place that comes to mind when thinking of art destinations, but truth be told,…
Where is Lapland, and which countries does it include?
You’ve probably heard of Lapland, but do you know where it is? Also, is it even a proper country? And…
Where to go skiing in Stockholm (and nearby)
Stockholm might not be the best place for skiing and snowboarding in Sweden, but there are some great real and…
7 of the best hot spring hotels in Iceland
One of the most appealing things about Iceland is the fact that you can immerse yourself in an outdoor bath…
Tours and tickets
5 of the best photography tours in Rovaniemi, Finland
Many trips to Finnish Lapland begin in Rovaniemi. It’s the ‘official’ home of Santa Claus and the starting point for…
Guided Snowmobile Tour and Swedish Fika Experience
Discover the serene winter beauty of Lapland on a thrilling snowmobile adventure on this guided tour from Kiruna.
7 wild northern lights tours in Tromsø, Norway
High up in the Arctic Circle, Tromsø is one of the world’s best places to watch the spectacular aurora borealis…
The best Stockholm boat tours and cruises
Stockholm stretches across fourteen separate islands, which are separated by twisting canals and open waterways. No matter where you go…
Street food and northern lights tour
Stock up on Swedish street food before heading out into the Abisko National Park in search of the spectacular northern lights.
Husky ride and drive tour from Kiruna
Learn how to drive a team of huskies plus have a ride in a dog sled over the crisp white snow.
Full-day Mountain Hike in Abisko
Explore the mountains on this full-day hike in the stunning Abisko National Park, led by a local Sami guide.
Guided Snowmobile Tour and Northern Lights Hunt
Whizz across the white snowy landscapes of Lapland’s wilderness on a snowmobile safari in search of the northern lights.
Itineraries
Seeing the Icehotel on a budget
byVisiting the Icehotel in Jukkasjärvi is one of the absolute highlights of a trip to Swedish Lapland. For many people…
70 cheap and free things to do in Copenhagen
byCopenhagen is one of those cities that will make your wallet sigh. Prices are high compared with most other European…
Trip report: a budget road trip through Scandinavia
byWith 10 days and a budget of less than £800 (around US $950), how much of Scandinavia is it really…
110 cheap and free things to do in Stockholm
byThe Swedish capital is famously expensive but we’ve still managed to create this epic guide showing 110 cheap and free things to…
Day trips from Stockholm
byThere are enough centrally located sights and activities in Stockholm to keep you occupied for a week or more. Sometimes,…
One day in Copenhagen: the ultimate guide
byIt’s not possible to see everything that Copenhagen has to offer in a single day. But if that’s all the…
Day trips from Gothenburg
byGothenburg has enough fun activities to keep you busy for a week or more. Travel a few kilometres from the…
Interrailing around Sweden
byForget bumpy bus rides and overpriced domestic flights: if you want to see Sweden comfortably, cheaply and with a can…
Day trips from Copenhagen
byThere’s so much fun stuff to do within Copenhagen’s city limits but sometimes it’s nice to escape the central areas for a while…
Discount passes
The Go Helsinki Card: is it worth buying?
Planning a trip to Finland’s capital city? Then you’ve probably heard about Helsinki’s very own discount pass – the Go…
Stockholm Go City Pass: is it worth buying?
If you’re planning a trip to Stockholm, you might have already seen adverts for the Stockholm Pass – also known as…
Exploring the fjords near Bergen with a Fjordcard
If you’re planning a trip to Norway and have researched a trip to the Western Fjords, you’ve probably come across…
The Bergen Card: is it worth buying?
If you’re planning a trip to Bergen, you may well have heard about the Bergen Card, which gives free entry…
