12 of the best things to do in Norway’s Lofoten Islands
High up inside the Arctic Circle, this scenic Lofoten Islands along Norway’s north coast are incredibly picturesque – with white…
Raising hell: The beginner’s guide to Norwegian black metal
Devil worship, church burning, murder and violence – is that what Norwegian black metal is all about? Or is it…
What is Fennoscandia, and where is it?
You will certainly have heard of Scandinavia, and may well know which countries it includes, but do you know what…
Self-drive tours in Iceland
Once you’ve spent a day or two in Reykjavik, sampling its lively nightlife and quirky cafés and restaurants, you’ll be…
Getting from Helsinki to Tallinn
The Finnish capital of Helsinki and the Estonian capital of Tallinn lie pretty much opposite each other across the Gulf…
All you need to know about Norwegian rosemaling
You may have seen the attractive designs of Norwegian rosemaling art on wooden bowls, plates, chests or on wall plaques….
Nordic vs Scandinavian: are you using them correctly?
There is often some confusion about the difference between Scandinavian versus Nordic countries. Are ‘Scandinavian’ and ‘Nordic’ the same thing?…
Camping in Iceland: the ultimate guide
Keen campers will love the idea of pitching a tent in Iceland’s pristine landscapes and waking up to views of…
Famous Vikings you should know about
You probably already know a bit about the Vikings and their reputation for blood-thirsty skirmishes and raids around the Scandinavian…
Scandinavian ferry routes: which countries are linked by ferries?
The Scandinavian countries are connected by a number of ferry routes. So it’s definitely worth considering the waterways when you…