7 of the best snowmobile tours in Tromsø, Norway
Located in Northern Norway, Tromsø is a true winter wonderland that offers some of the best snowmobiling in the world. …
Were there black Vikings? Studies say no
When you think about the Vikings, you might imagine a blonde-haired warrior wielding a battle axe. But this stereotype may…
The Vasa Museum in Stockholm: is it worth visiting?
Stockholm’s most visited museum, the Vasa Museum attracts more than a million tourists every year – each one hoping to get…
5 of the best fjord cruises from Bergen
Set among majestic mountains and home to colourful wooden houses, Bergen is the gateway to Norway’s breathtaking fjords. The city…
The Viking diet: what did Vikings eat, and was it healthy?
The Vikings, being the tough warriors they were, had a lot on their plate (literally!). Imagine navigating the harsh northern…
Dating in Sweden: what to expect as a foreigner
There’s a lot to love about Sweden, but navigating the country’s dating scene as a foreigner can be… tricky, to…
Did Vikings really have tattoos?
If you believe the old stereotypes, Vikings were violent seafarers who made their enemies shudder. But did they really have…
Viking runes revealed: what they really mean
If you’re a fan of Vikings, Norse mythology or just cool ancient stuff in general, then you’ll want to learn…
Traditional Finnish clothing (and how to try it for yourself)
Dive with us into the heart of Finnish culture! No, we’re not talking about the sauna or the Moomins –…
Heimdall: a guide to Norse mythology’s ‘watchman’
You may know of Heimdall from the Marvel movies or comics, but depictions can sometimes vary between the original Norse…