Category Archives: Norway

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 […]

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 […]

16 ‘Koselig’ Things to Do in Bergen in Winter (+ Useful Tips)

Bergen in winter travel guide

Are you contemplating booking a trip to Bergen in winter? I’ve got you covered! This guide will tell you some of my favorite things to do around Christmas and the rest of the winter season. This Bergen winter travel guide will tell you what to do, weather expectations, and much more! I used to live […]

10 Diverse Weekend Trips from Oslo (+ Off the Grid Options)

Kragerø Norway

Are you looking for the best weekend trips from Oslo to escape the city for a bit? This guide details some of the best weekend getaways from Oslo – including cities, off-the-path destinations, and more! When I lived in Oslo, I loved escaping the capital city as much as I could. However, I used to […]

Oslo Packing List: 10 Useful Things to Pack for Oslo, Norway

Oslo packing list: What to pack for Oslo, Norway

Traveling to Oslo can be very stressful if you aren’t exactly sure what to pack or what you’ll need. The seasons vary, daylight hours are extreme, and buying things on the spot in Oslo is not a cheap endeavor.  This is a quick Oslo packing guide for those visiting Oslo, Norway. This Oslo packing list […]