Ice fishing in Sweden
byWith its thousands of lakes, pristine scenery and Arctic climate, Sweden is a brilliant (and beautiful) destination for ice fishing. …
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Hiking in Abisko National Park
With some of the best hiking in the Nordic region, Abisko National Park encompasses majestic mountains, alpine meadows, wooded valleys,…
Getting from Keflavík Airport to Reykjavík city centre
You’ve landed in Iceland, picked up your bags, passed the passport check, and now you’re ready to explore the land…
Winter tours and activities in Ruka, Finland
Whether you’re seeking aurora-filled nights, close encounters with Arctic wildlife, thrilling outdoor activities, or a mix of them all, Ruka…
Ice fishing in Sweden
With its thousands of lakes, pristine scenery and Arctic climate, Sweden is a brilliant (and beautiful) destination for ice fishing. …
Where to stay in Gothenburg
Headed to Gothenburg and not sure where to stay? Our writer, who is based in Gothenburg, will help you decide!…
Seeing the Icehotel on a budget
Visiting the Icehotel in Jukkasjärvi is one of the absolute highlights of a trip to Swedish Lapland. For many people…
Northern lights tours in Abisko (plus DIY options!)
The spectacular northern lights can be seen across northern Sweden in winter, but Abisko is widely regarded as the best…
The ferry from Stockholm to Helsinki
Although it’s a couple of hundred miles away, the Finnish capital Helsinki is surprisingly easy to reach from Stockholm and…
The best sports bars in Stockholm
Spending an evening in a Swedish sports bar can be a great fun – and the atmosphere in a Stockholm…
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HC Andersen Christmas Market
Embrace the festive spirit at Copenhagen's enchanting, traditional-style Christmas market on Nytorv, right in the city centre.
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Christmas at Tivoli Gardens
Christmas at Tivoli Gardens is a magical wonderland with twinkling lights, festive treats, music, and family shows.
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Aarhus Christmas Market, Aarhus
A traditional Christmas market in Aarhus old town with a lantern trail, Christmas decorations and stalls selling festive food and drink
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Old Town Christmas Market, Stockholm
The cobbled streets are lightly dusted with a fresh layer of snow, candles glow in storefront windows and the ghost...
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Fortress Christmas 2023
Suomenlinna fortress in Finland transforms into a Christmas spectacle in winter, with extended museum hours, seasonal food, and Christmas events.
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Bergen Christmas Market, Bergen
As if Bergen wasn’t already cosy enough, the annual Christmas Market takes it to new heights when it spreads its...
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10 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…
Reindeer sled tours from Tromsø (and other reindeer activities)
Norway is home to more than 200,000 reindeer and if you’re driving around the north of the country, you’ll almost…
5 of the best fjord cruises from Bergen
Nestled amidst majestic mountains and home to colourful wooden houses, Bergen is the gateway to Norway’s breathtaking fjords. The city…
Bergen Shore Excursion (Bergen Walking Tour)
When your cruise ship docks in Bergen, make good use of your time on shore with a city walking tour. Includes medieval houses in the Bryggen area.
City Walking Tour in Bergen
With an informative and inspiring local guide, see important sights of Bergen – fortress Bergenhus, Hanseatic quarter (Bryggen), St.Mary’s Church.
8 of our favourite beer tours and pub crawls in Copenhagen
The Danes are partial to a good beer, and the laid-back capital Copenhagen is the perfect pace to up your…
Scandinavian rail passes: Interrail and Eurail explained
Heading to Scandinavia? We’ve got some good news for you: the railways are amazing! Less stressful and more environmentally friendly…
6 of the best food tours in Stockholm
Stockholm’s culinary prowess doesn’t always get the attention it deserves. And actually, Swedish cuisine is more interesting than many first…
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Day trips from Gothenburg
byGothenburg has enough fun activities to keep you busy for a week or more. Travel a few kilometres from the…
77 cheap and free things to do in Copenhagen (2023 update!)
byCopenhagen is one of those cities that will make your wallet sigh. Prices are high compared with most other European…
The best day trips from Copenhagen: 2023 guide
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…
Day trips from Stockholm
byThere are enough centrally located sights and activities in Stockholm to keep you occupied for a week or more. Sometimes,…
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…
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…
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…
Interrailing around Sweden
byForget bumpy bus rides and overpriced domestic flights: if you want to see Sweden comfortably, cheaply and with a can…
Free things to do in Lund
byConsidering its small size, Lund is bursting with things to see and do. And while most of the big museums…
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The Reykjavik City Card: is it worth buying?
Planning a trip to Reykjavik? Want to see all the sights for as little as possible? Well, you probably already…
The Oslo Pass: is it worth buying?
If you’ve been researching a trip to Oslo, you’ve probably seen something about the Oslo Pass, known locally as Oslopasset. The…
Is the Copenhagen Card worth buying?
Start planning a trip to the Danish capital and you’ll soon hear about the Copenhagen Card. It’s a kind of…
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…
