Category Archives: Scandinavia and the Nordics

Black Sand Euphoria in Tjornuvik, Faroe Islands

Tjørnuvik in the Faroe Islands on Streymoy

People that visit the Faroes tend to have a favorite island.   Perhaps that island is Kalsoy because of the Kallur Lighthouse and dramatic precipices that abound the place.  Or maybe their favorite is Mykines, where quizzical puffins roam around soaking up the salty, albeit unspoiled Faroese air. While all visitors claim a Faroese island […]

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 […]

Kalsoy, Faroe Islands: Everything to Know About the Hike to Kallur Lighthouse

Kalsoy, Faroe Islands: Everything to Know About the Hike to Kallur Lighthouse

Are you heading to the Faroe Islands and planning to visit Kalsoy? This guide details what to do in Kalsoy and how to hike to the Kallur Lighthouse! Update: I initially went to Kalsoy and did the Kallur Lighthouse hike in March 2017. I failed miserably at it due to my insane fear of heights. […]

20 Useful Travel Tips for Nordkapp in Norway (North Cape)

Many people aspire to visit Nordkapp in Norway for various reasons. This is a guide of everything you need to know before your travel to Nordkapp (North Cape) in the far north of Norway.  If you have any questions about the North Cape, please let us know in the comments. Tips Before You Visit Nordkapp […]

Käringsund, Åland Islands: An Unspoiled Fishing Harbor on Eckerö

KÄRINGSUND, ÅLAND ISLANDS: AN UNSPOILED FISHING HARBOR ON ECKERÖ

The Åland Islands have been on my list for several years and for no specific reason why except that they look peaceful and like the ideal refuge from city life. There was also this uniqueness about them that left me fascinated and I would often take to Google to randomly research the islands and their history.  […]