Destination: a beginners guide to the Helgeland coast; as beautiful as Lofoten, but without the masses
The best part is that few tourists choose this region over Lofoten, making it wonderfully tranquil and unspoiled...
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Jul 232 min read
Drink: Coffee on a Norwegian mountaintop; how I make coffee while hiking
Given that I typically only drink one cup of coffee when I’m in the mountains, the Finalpress is perfect. It has been a staple in my gear..
Jul 155 min read
Destination: Coolcation in Norway: a sustainable destination in the age of climate change
The temperature and temperate climate of the northern regions have compelled Norway to experience a surge in popularity in recent years.
Jul 33 min read
Drink: A guide to the best cup of coffee in Oslo, according to me
I thought it would be delightful to present you with a list of recommendations for places that I believe serve the best coffee in Oslo.
Jan 121 min read
Drink: where to taste the mythical Viking after-work-drink 'mead' (or mjød)?
This mythical elixir has firmly embedded itself in Norse mythology and was imbibed with gusto by Vikings during festivities and, perhaps...
Nov 30, 20234 min read
Destination: Oslo; it is not hard to survive an expensive city on a tight budget
Oslo is fighting with a reputation for being an expensive destination, but fear not ...
Nov 2, 20235 min read
Destination: direct flights from London and Manchester to...Stavanger; an unusual weekend break
I dare to assume that Stavanger wasn't the first destination that crossed your mind when the wild idea of a long weekend getaway with...
Oct 30, 20238 min read
Drink: the state has the monopoly; where to buy alcohol in Norway
When peace came in 1945, there was an explosive increase in alcohol consumption...
Oct 22, 20234 min read
Destination: street art and the best pizza in Oslo; and plenty more reasons to spend a day in Tøyen
This district, interwoven with industrial heritage and typical late 19th-century apartment complexes, exhibits the most varied aesthetic ...
Oct 20, 20233 min read
Drink: the best non-alcoholic alternative to wine that tastes like a Norwegian forest; Villbrygg
Speaking of sensory experiences and the forest, I come to a discovery I made recently...
Sep 14, 20233 min read
Drink: the best drink in Norway after beer; ice-cold mountain water from a river
I dare say it may be nearly superior to tap water...
Aug 17, 20233 min read
Drink: the best bars in Oslo, according to me
Initially, I frequented this spot solely in the evenings for an exceptional cocktail or a beer (they make an amazing old-fashioned)
Aug 12, 20233 min read
Drink: a flappe-latte-drinkety-winkety; the best coffee on Senja (Norway) and a stay on Tranøya
The atmosphere is undeniably cosy. A couple of industrious Gen-Z’ers clatter away at their laptops, the proprietress tends to roasting beans
Jul 21, 20232 min read
Destination: the dark Norwegian spirit; the akevitt festival in Gjøvik
The Norwegian national spirit is known as Aquavit (or akevitt), which can freely be translated as 'water of life.'
Jul 21, 20232 min read
Drink: if you don't see it, doesn't mean it's not there (pssst, it's a hidden bar in Oslo)
Yet, once you step inside, you'll understand the rationale behind this secrecy. It is never overcrowded...
Jul 19, 20232 min read
Stay: when a musician sets the tone; The Arctic Hideaway
To reach this destination, you must first embark on a ferry ride, venturing so far that you truly feel transported to another world.
Jul 19, 20232 min read
Stay: the landscape is the architecture; one of the best hotels in Norway
The Juvet Landscape Hotel is the epitome of what makes Norway so fantastic: stunning nature, reverence for the elements, and ...
Jul 18, 20232 min read
Destination: the king's speech; lunch on Bygdøy
First and foremost, let's talk about the greenhouse: Kongsgården Gartneriet Café. As the name implies, it's part of the property owned by...
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