Iceland in summer: is it worth it?
We might be a bit biased, but we love visiting Iceland in summer. Sure, the country looks particularly picturesque covered…
Icelandic last names: how do they work?
Icelandic surnames are unusual in that many of them end in the suffix -son or -dottir. But why is this?…
What is Denmark famous for?
Scandinavia’s smallest country may not have the towering mountains, dramatic fjords or endless pine forests of its neighbours Norway and…
6 of the best Langjökull Glacier tours
The second largest glacier in Iceland (and Europe), Langjökull Glacier is a vast expanse of ice, up to 520 metres…
Is Iceland’s Blue Lagoon worth visiting?
The iconic Blue Lagoon is Iceland’s most popular tourist site and attracts some 700,000 visitors a year – almost twice…
Hurtigruten cruises in Norway: what you need to know
An adventurous way to experience the full splendour and drama of the Norwegian coastline is to view it from one…
17 easy day trips from Oslo
You don’t need to travel far from the Norwegian capital to be immersed in unspoilt nature. And Norway’s good public…
Fun things to do in Flåm, Norway
The beautiful Norwegian village of Flåm sits on the shores of the Aurlandsfjord, overlooked by towering snow-clad mountains. There’s plenty of…
Is Sweden socialist?
Sweden and the other Scandinavian countries are often touted as successful socialist states. But, is Sweden really socialist? Or is…
8 fun boat tours and cruises from Tromsø
High up in the Arctic Circle, surrounded by fjords and islands, Tromsø is a top destination for boat trips and…