The ultimate Scandinavia travel guide
Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen is ready for Halloween; all dressed up in warm Autumn colours and elaborately decorated with 20.000 pumpkins as well as bales of straw, spiders, scarecrows and lots of magical creatures. The famous Danish theme park has once again prepared for the scariest Halloween experience so far... Throughout the Halloween season it will be events on. The Tivoli will greet its...
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Every year, in the short season from July to September, over 20,000 cyclists travel the 'Rallarvegen' route from the mountains to the Fjords of Norway, passing glaciars and fresh water lakes as well as boutique hotels and gourmet restaurants... If you are looking for an active holiday this cycling route is well worth considering. Rallarvegen was originally built in 1902 as a construction road in...
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To many Swedes, the sight of a little red cottage surrounded by a small garden with flower beds, bumble bees and white painted wooden garden furniture, will make their heart go all soft. And it is for reason... The colour red, called Falu, is more than just a design choice. The red colour, in Swedish called 'falu rödfärg' is a natural dye that is used in a deep red paint well known for its use...
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Travelling from high above the Arctic Circle to the very south of Sweden and Denmark the landscapes you will discover are as varied as they are idyllic. Wild Guide to Scandinavia book – Norway, Iceland, Sweden, Denmark Perfect for family explorers or romantic adventurers. From how to get there, to what to see and do and last but not least how to experience the different places in the best...
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The Italy of the North is a hidden gem to be discovered. Famous for great design, bicycling healthy and happy people, splendid nature and a great lifestyle, Denmark is also a perfect for holidays. Especially in Summer. Unknown to many the Summer months, June, July and August in Denmark can be quite warm and the Scandinavian country is often referred to as 'the Italy of the North'. With...
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Hotels doesn't come more beautiful than the Walaker Hotel. Hidden away in the deep fjords of Norway this historical boutique hotel offers guests a unique experience with unparalleled views. When visiting my in-laws recently they showed my pictures from a recent trip the the West Coast of Norway. In between all the holiday photos I came across a photo I at first glance thought to be a postcard...
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No wrestling with limiting baggage allowance or going through the stress of airport security and passport controls. Instead you could travel from the UK to Norway in comfort by car, with the help of a few ferries. Unfortunately in 2017 there are no more ferries running between the UK and Scandinavia. Even the sailing between Harwich and Esjberg in Denmark closed down in 2014. And considering that...
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Hurtigruten's MS «Kong Harald» has suffered a million pound makeover. What was intended to be a transition from being a old and outdated cruise ship to a fresh new and exciting explorer sea voyage, with a strong Norwegian identity has ended up more like a plain, floating motorway cafe. Hurtigruten has spent 550 million Norwegian kroner on renovating four of its cruise ships sailing the...
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The unique design hotel Ion on Iceland is situated only an hour drive away from Reykjavik, yet it is truly a world away. Straight out of a magical fairytale the hotel is nestled in a moss grown mountain landscape. And in a rather stylish setting, the Ion Adventure Hotel offers a luxury experience of nature, like no other. The eco-friendly Ion hotel has received a myriad of awards for both design...
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Brilliantly quirky boutique hotel SP34 is the place to stay when visiting trendy Copenhagen. Originally a town house, the hotel is featuring a friendly atmosphere in super cool surroundings. Tucked away in the bohemian and buzzy Latin Quarter and situated just moments away of the capital's main shopping streets and attractions. SP34 opened in April 2014 after extensive renovations. The name SP34...
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