Category Archives: Norway

9 Tromso Museums to Visit (When the Weather Lets You Down!)

Museum of MS Polstjerna - Nanisimova - Shutterstock

Most people flock to Tromso to partake in one-in-a-lifetime activities. But, these Tromso museums are worth adding to your itinerary, too! You never know when you end up with a rainy day, a canceled tour (let’s hope not!), or a storm that makes you want to head indoors! The museums in town have your back!  […]

4 Magical Ice Hotels in Norway (& Why You Should Visit One)

4 Magical Ice Hotels in Norway (& Why You Should Visit One)

One of the best experiences in Norway and Scandinavia is staying at an ice hotel.  This is a list of the best ice hotels in Norway.  It includes ice parks and places that are seasonally built from ice during the winter months in Norway (and one that stays open all year round)! This post was […]

What to Pack for Norway in Winter: Packing List for Women & Men

what to wear in norway (norway packing list for men and women)

One of the most important things you can do is when traveling to Norway in winter is to make sure you bring the right clothing. Having lived in Norway for four years, I definitely know what to wear in Norway in winter. This is a winter Norway packing list for both men and women based […]

Dog Sledding in Tromso: What to Expect, Tips, and Best Tours

Traîneau à chiens en famille à Tromso

No trip to Northern Norway would be complete without a husky safari in Tromso! This guide details what to expect when dog sledding in Tromso, including how to book the best tour for you and your group. In this guide, I recommend the best dog sledding tours in Tromso for all types of travelers, regardless […]

4 Ethical Sami Tours (and Tromso Reindeer Farms You Can Visit!)

Ethical Sami Tours and Tromso Reindeer Farms You Can Visit

One of the best activities and excursions in Northern Norway during the winter is visiting a Tromso reindeer farm and learning more about the Sami culture and their relationship with reindeer. This guide will showcase ethical Sami tours and places where you can see reindeer in Tromso. If we missed any Tromso reindeer tours youʻd […]

8 Best Restaurants in Bergen, Norway (2024 Guide!)

Best Bergen restaurants

Planning a trip to Norway and wondering where to eat in Bergen? These are the best restaurants in Bergen that will help you stay fueled and satisfied! One thing to know about Bergen is that it is a fantastic food city if you forget about prices and sometimes not-so-diverse ingredients. Norway is not the world’s most […]