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Destination: animals; wildlife in Arctic Norway
Along our expedition, we stumbled upon what I believe to be one of North Norway's best-kept secrets: the tourist route from Russelv...
Aug 18, 20233 min read


Drink: the best bars in Oslo, according to me
Initially, I frequented this spot solely in the evenings for an exceptional cocktail or a beer (they make an amazing old-fashioned)
Aug 17, 20233 min read


Gear: the best sleeping bag for all seasons; Norrøna Falketind
It was the dead of winter, and I was determined to try out my new tent. To cut a long story short, I hadn't packed the right gear.
Aug 17, 20233 min read


Destination: a guide to Valhalla; when and where to see the northern lights in Bodø
The Northern Lights have inspired some of the most dramatic tales in Norwegian mythology.
Aug 17, 20233 min read


Destination: traditional Norwegian delicacies on the side of the road; gårdsbutikker
Truly, it is without exception worth your while, upon encountering a road sign bearing the inscription 'gårdsbutikk'...
Aug 13, 20232 min read


Eat: squishy fishy (or Norwegian fermented fish); the rakfisk festival
Renowned chef Gordon Ramsay couldn't quite appreciate it, but as everyone knows, his understanding of fine cuisine is utterly lacking.
Aug 13, 20232 min read


Destination: (by the mercy of) god and king; the most special destination in Finnmark
Allow me to begin forthwith by addressing a potent cocktail of circumstances that proved to be a fertile ground for adversity
Aug 13, 20233 min read


Destination: if I had one day...to visit Finnmark (Arctic Norway)
Every now and then, we encounter those seemingly unattainable queries: What if you had only a single day to make the most of?
Aug 13, 20233 min read


Drink: a flappe-latte-drinkety-winkety; the best coffee on Senja (Norway) and a stay on Tranøya
The atmosphere is undeniably cosy. A couple of industrious Gen-Z’ers clatter away at their laptops, the proprietress tends to roasting beans
Aug 12, 20233 min read


Destination: wall of Fins; fishing on Senja (Norway)
When you venture into the northern reaches of Norway (Senja in our case) during the summer, you swiftly find yourself...
Aug 12, 20233 min read


Destination: the dark Norwegian spirit; the akevitt festival in Gjøvik
The Norwegian national spirit is known as Aquavit (or akevitt), which can freely be translated as 'water of life.'
Jul 21, 20232 min read


Clothes: bric-a-brac
Recently, I found myself falling from one astonishment to the next in rapid succession. Allow me to recount the experience. I was...
Jul 21, 20231 min read


Drink: if you don't see it, doesn't mean it's not there (pssst, it's a hidden bar in Oslo)
Yet, once you step inside, you'll understand the rationale behind this secrecy. It is never overcrowded...
Jul 21, 20232 min read


Eat: in the spirit of Jeff Koons; the best dumplings in Norway
The best dumplings in Norway
Jul 21, 20232 min read


Music: it's all from the north; an introduction to Norwegian music
I dare to call myself a fervent music enthusiast, with a strong preference for everything Scandinavian, and in particular Norwegian. When...
Jul 21, 20231 min read


Hike: a low key hike to a high-profile glacier; Austdalsbreen, the lesser know sidearm of Jostedalsbreen
This route is scarcely known outside of the Norwegian locals, yet it ultimately grants thee a magnificent vista ...
Jul 21, 20233 min read


Transport: how to travel in Norway; planes, trains and electric automobiles
Embarking on a Norwegian adventure often feels like navigating a puzzle due to the vastness of the country. Picture this: you'd like to...
Jul 20, 20233 min read


Gear: put your back into it; the most comfortable backpack on the market
In November of last year (2022 that was, in case you're reading this in 2034), I was about to start a new job. I still had around 7...
Jul 20, 20233 min read


Stay: when a musician sets the tone; The Arctic Hideaway
To reach this destination, you must first embark on a ferry ride, venturing so far that you truly feel transported to another world.
Jul 19, 20232 min read


Gear: on the good foot in Norway; Hanwag is my favourite hiking boot
What I became acutely aware of then was how important good shoes are. That has stuck with me ever since...
Jul 19, 20233 min read
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