Tampere, Finland is one of those places I often yearned to go to but never made the jaunt up there and actually went. I finally had a chance to check out the city and experience all the crazy things to do in Tampere just last month and I’m so glad to say that the city […]
Category Archives: Scandinavia and the Nordics
Every once in a while, a place strikes me as so otherworldly that I can’t stop thinking about it. That was Magerøya. Last summer, I had the chance to visit this barren island at the top of Norway that is mostly only known from being home to Nordkapp, or the North Cape. Reasons to Visit […]
Finland, Things to Do, Winter Travel
How to See the Northern Lights in Rovaniemi (Best Tours + Tips)
If you are planning a trip to Lapland, there is a very probable chance that seeing the northern lights in Rovaniemi is high on your list. It was on mine! This guide will walk you through the best Rovaniemi northern lights tours, how to see them, when to see them, and more! Have you witnessed […]
Are you planning to go dog sledding in Rovaniemi on your Lapland trip? Keep reading if so! This guide gives you all the details about what to expect from husky tours in Rovaniemi, including tips, what to wear, and the best-rated tours for a safari. Did we not answer any of your Rovaniemi dog sledding […]
One of the most awe-inspiring places Megan and I have ever visited was Saltstraumen near Bodø, Norway. Saltstraumen maelstrom is the world’s largest whirlpool. This is a guide for those visiting Saltstraumen and will include practical tips, how to visit from Bodø, Saltstraumen tours, and many facts about this remarkable place. Visiting Saltstraumen Maelstrom from […]
I am still on a high from my recent trip to northern Norway. The scenery, people, traditions, and wildlife has completely left me speechless. I lived in Norway for four years, as most of you know, but I never did make it up to the north with the exception of Svalbard. While I had a […]