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…
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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…
The Scandinavian Mountains: what are they, and where are they located?
You’ve heard of the Alps and the Himalayas, but what do you know about the Scandinavian Mountains? Where are they?…
Viking swords: the ultimate guide
Viking swords often appear in TV shows and movies. But just how important was the sword for the Vikings, and…
The best places to visit Santa in Sweden, Norway and Finland
Of course, the exact location of Santa’s North Pole workshop is top secret. But the good news is he’s set…
Denmark vs Finland: which one should you visit?
Longing for a trip to Northern Europe, but can’t decide which country to visit? Both Denmark and Finland are great…
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…
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?…
What is the Scandinavian Peninsula?

You may well know that the Scandinavian Peninsula is a geographic term that refers to a landmass in northern Europe….
The best Nordic beaches revealed
You may not think of Scandinavia as first choice for a beach holiday, but the Nordic countries have some of…