Shortly after visiting Hammerfest, I made my way over to Kirkenes, by the border to Russia. I've shared the full itinerary for this trip here, but today I wanted to talk about how much I loved my time in Kirkenes. I hadn't been here since I was a little girl, when my family ...
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Where to Go in Norway If You Only Visit One Place
Last week I shared three itineraries that essentially aimed to show you as much of Southern Norway as possible within one week. But after I finished congratulating myself on managing to fit so many different parts of Norway (fjords! cities! mountains! villages!) into seven days, ...
9 Things You Should Know About Traveling in Norway with Kids
I get so many questions from people planning a trip here with their families, asking for tips for traveling in Norway with kids. And usually I just say that I'm sorry, but I don't have kids so I don't have any tips to give. But actually I do have a lot of friends who have ...
The Best One Week Norway Winter Itinerary – From a Local!
Living in Tromsø I'm lucky to experience some of Norway's most incredible winter views and northern lights every single day. But I also really love a good Norway road trip! And while I usually spend a few weeks on my road trips, I thought I could put together a one week Norway ...
The Tastiest Norwegian Food: 27 Dishes You Have to Try
Most travelers to Norway are coming here for the fjords and mountains and northern lights, giving little thought to what they'll be eating while here. But Norwegian food is actually really great! Or at least you'll find a few interesting foods to try while in Norway. My mom is ...