Kingdom of Norway, is a Nordic

30/09/2022

When you think of Norwegian cuisine, maybe nothing specific comes to mind. But trust us, you’ll adore discovering it! The country's towns and cities are full of cool contemporary restaurants that focus on local and seasonal food.

And, as you would expect, Norwegian seafood is mouthwaterly fresh. Did you know that Norway introduced salmon sushi to the world? You could even visit the world's northernmost sushi restaurant, located in Svalbard.

Plus, you’ll find that breakfast is different to the United States, Canada or even Australia. In general, there's more of a focus on savoury foods. For example, local favourites include, rye bread, cheese, meat and smoked or pickled fish. Don’t forget to try brunost, a popular Norwegian brown whey cheese, during your trip.

28/09/2022

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28/09/2022

Norway’s rail journeys are voted the best in Europe
One of the best ways to see the Scandinavian countries is by rail. And in Norway you’ll be treated to some journeys with sublime scenery. One of the most popular routes includes the Flåm railway – deemed one of the most beautiful railways in the world.

Choosing to travel by train let's you relax and soak up the views as you go. For instance, the journey from Oslo to Bergen you can feast your eyes on glittering fjords and craggy mountain peaks, all from the comfort of your seat.

26/09/2022

26/09/2022

Norway is one of the world's best places to see the northern lights. Indeed, northern Norway falls in the middle of what is referred to as the “northern lights belt” or "aurora zone". This band encircling the Earth, is known for its auroral frequency and intensity.

To increase your chances of seeing the northern lights for yourself, make sure to travel north in winter. You'll also want to check out the meteorological conditions, there are apps to help with this.

It's also good to seek out low levels of light pollution, so we recommend getting out of cities and towns. The Lofoten Islands, Tromsø and Svalbard are all remote locations where you'll have a good chance of seeing the aurora if the conditions are in your favour.

And, if you're determined in your hunt for the aurora, you'll want to stay up late as the peak time for displays of the northern lights is usually between 11 PM and 2 AM.

21/09/2022

Norway’s coastline is one of the most beautiful and rugged in the world, and it spans 3 seas, the North Sea, Norwegian Sea and Barents Sea. Happily, it's also one of the easiest to explore thanks to the Hurtigruten Coastal Voyage.

This classic voyage is a one-way journey of roughly 1,255 kilometres (780 miles) that will take you from Bergen, in the south, to Kirkenes in the north.

It takes around 6 or 7 days to complete the jounrey but you needn't be tied to that timeframe. In fact, you can join the cruise for a certain section, or stop off along the way, discovering different ports as you go. Along the way you could explore Trondheim, the Lofoten Islands, and the North Cape, Norway's northernmost point.

This is the ideal way to spend time uncovering the Norwegian west coast.

19/09/2022

From the west coast fjords to snow-dusted mountains, you'll experience a lot on a Norway holiday. For instance, you could soak up culture on a city break in Oslo or venture north to the Arctic Circle. And you can even stay in a snow hotel on a Norway winter tour.

One of Norway's most regions has to be the western fjords. This area is said to include the world's the highest concentration of fjords! Some of the country's renowned fjords include:

Geirangerfjord – UNESCO-listed and one of the world's most beautiful fjords
Sognefjord – Norway's longest and deepest fjord
Nærøyfjord – another UNESCO-listed fjord and a stop on the Norway in a Nutshell® route
Lysefjord – home to Pulpit Rock, one of Norway's most iconic viewpoints
For more breathtaking natural wonders, head north to the Arctic Circle where you'll come across the Lofoten Islands, a magnificent archipelago.

Here you can walk along pristine beaches, admire the peaks that dominate the skyline and maybe even catch a glimpse of the northern lights. Plus, you can learn about the region's Viking heritage and go wildlife-watching.