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If This Town Were in the US I’d Probably Hate It
Last year I spent the 17th of May, Norwegian Constitution Day, in what must be one of the prettiest little towns in Norway. It was a sunny day, and while the surrounding mountains were still white with snow, the valley was already full of blossoming trees. Travel writers say ...
It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Fall in Norway!
I've been waking up in the best mood everyday this week, which is sort of unheard of for me - I am so not a morning person and rarely crack a smile before noon. But these days I haven't been able to stop smiling, because it's finally AUTUMN! Okay, I realize it isn't ...
Nordland
Nordland is home to Bodø, Lofoten, Vesterålen, Helgeland, and Narvik and might just have the most stunning landscapes in all of Norway. Lofoten has quickly gained in popularity over the past few years (thank you, Instagram) and for good reason - with its breathtaking ...
Off the Path: Svalbard
I feel like this post should come with a warning. At least, I could have done with a warning before reading it, because now I can't seem to think about anything else besides booking a trip to Svalbard. I still haven't been myself (yet!) but luckily for us LC has, and she was ...