Category Archives: Scandinavia and the Nordics

33 Useful Things to Know Before You Visit Nuuk (in 2025!)

Nuuk in summer

Are you planning on visiting Nuuk, Greenland? These Nuuk travel tips will tell you everything you need to know before traveling to Greenland’s capital city! While most tourists find themselves in Ilulissat and the Disko Bay area, I decided to make my first trip to Greenland to Nuuk, the most populous city. Why? I don’t […]

How to Book the Best Kiruna Northern Lights Tour (in 2025)

Best Kiruna northern lights tour

Are you looking for the best northern lights tour from Kiruna? This post will provide everything you need to know about the Kiruna northern lights (and the best tour to see them!). In this guide, I will explain what you need to know before hunting for the aurora from Kiruna, what to bring with you, […]

A Cozy Stay at Northern Lights Village Saariselkä (My Review)

My stay at Northern Lights Village Saariselkä (a review)

Saariselkä is one of Northern Finland’s most popular resort towns – it offers adventure, snowy landscapes (well, in winter), and the magical northern lights. This guide details and reviews my stay at Northern Lights Village Saariselkä, one of the most iconic glass igloo hotels in the area.  I will tell you why I booked a […]

Camp Barentz in Svalbard: Is an Arctic Wilderness Evening Worth It?

An Arctic Wilderness Evening at Camp Barentz in Svalbard - My review

There are so many unique experiences in Svalbard, and I have done nearly all of them at one point or another. While many are for adventurers, the Arctic Wilderness Evening at Camp Barentz in Svalbard is for everyone! This post details my evening at Camp Barentz, how to book, and whether I think the trip […]

How to Go Winter Hiking in Abisko (Beginner-Friendly Tour)

Winter hiking in Abisko National Park - waterfalls, lake, and more!

Are you looking for the perfect relaxing morning activity in Abisko? This post details how to enjoy winter hiking in Abisko National Park as a beginner… and more! In this guide, I will discuss what to know before an Abisko hiking trip in winter, what to bring with you, and how to book the best […]