Category Archives: Scandinavia and the Nordics

My Failed Trip to Pyramiden in Svalbard

Fact:  I never went to Svalbard to see polar bears.  I actually went to Svalbard to visit Pyramiden, which is an abandoned Soviet mining town on Spitsbergen. Pyramiden is home to the world’s most northern Lenin statue and just houses a unique side of Soviet history- one I am deeply enamored by.  I was very busy with […]

9 Reasons Why You Should Visit Lapland in Autumn (Not Winter!)

9 Reasons Why You Should Visit Lapland in Autumn (Not Winter!)

Most people tend to visit Lapland during the same time of the year—the cold and snowy months. This is a post that details why you should travel to Lapland in autumn, a time that is actually the best for the northern lights, prices, and fall foliage.  Why You Should Visit Lapland in Autumn I have […]

Sandoy, Faroe Islands: The Perfect Day Trip from Tórshavn

Skopun on Sandoy in the Faroe Islands

Planning a trip to Sandoy, Faroe Islands? This guide tells you how to get to Sandoy, why you should visit, and all the wonderful things to do in Sandoy! One thing I’ll never understand is why some people travel to a place to have the exact same experience as someone before them.  You can explain […]

How to Get from Copenhagen Airport to the City Center (Train and Bus Options) 

getting from the copenhagen airport to city center-5

Arriving in a new city can be daunting! This is a guide on how to get from Copenhagen Airport to the city center (and back). There are options for the metro, bus, and taxi pickups. Let us know if we missed anything on this guide in the comments. Thanks! Copenhagen Airport to the City Center […]

Faroe Islands Photography Guide: The Best Spots on Each Island

Gjogv on Eysturoy at dusk - Visit Faroe Islands: A Guide to the Best Views and Photography Spots

There are eighteen islands in the Faroe Islands and they all contain jaw-dropping scenery.  Before you visit the Faroe Islands, you should definitely do your research so you can see as many of the gorgeous spots as possible.  This is a travel guide to the best views and places for Faroe Islands photography. Faroe Islands […]

Svalbard Northern Lights Guide: How to See Them (+ Tips!)

Svalbard Northern Lights Guide: How to See Them (+ Tips!)

This is a Svalbard northern lights guide that includes the best Spitsbergen northern lights tours, photography tips, and what to expect when you’re there. I hope this helps you plan your winter travels to Svalbard and I really hope that you are able to witness the northern lights in Svalbard… it will truly make for […]