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Whether you're dreaming, planning, or reminiscing — this is your space

to get inspired by real travel stories, helpful tips, and local secrets.

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10 Regions in Norway - Where to Go and What to See

10 Regions in Norway - Where to Go and What to See

Norway is the kind of place that stays with you. Even when you think you’re prepared for the scale of the landscape, you step off the

Mathia Pacenti · Local expert · Dec 30, 2025 · 5 min read

A Family Home Reimagined

A Family Home Reimagined

At the heart of BesteBakken lies a simple idea: that a stay should offer

Feb 24, 2026 · 4 min

7 Things to Do in Sogndalstrand

7 Things to Do in Sogndalstrand

Sogndalstrand is a beautiful little village located at a corner of south

Jan 19, 2026 · 4 min

The Legend of St.Sunniva from Ireland

The Legend of St.Sunniva from Ireland

“Sunniva fled Ireland, trusting her faith to guide her across the sea

Aug 11, 2026 · 4 min

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The Sámi Homeland: A Journey Beyond Norway, Sweden, and Finland

Gems 5 min read

The Sámi Homeland: A Journey Beyond Norway, Sweden, and Finl...

Before modern frontiers, before Norway, Sweden, and Finland drew their political maps, the

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Northern Norway as the Natural Beginning of the Sámi Journey

Gems 7 min read

Northern Norway as the Natural Beginning of the Sámi Journey

From Tromsø to the highlands of Finnmark, travellers quickly discover that the Sámi

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Three Countries, One Arctic Soul

Gems 7 min read

Three Countries, One Arctic Soul

To imagine a journey through Norway, Finland, and Sweden means building an immersive

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Svanøy Hovedgård: Where Viking Echoes Meet Coastal Quiet

Gems 5 min read

Svanøy Hovedgård: Where Viking Echoes Meet Coastal Quiet

Discover Svanøy Hovedgård, where tranquil coastal landscapes, Viking heritage, and

Christina Wang Read Story

Walking Side by Side on Hadseløya: A Local Guiding Experience

Travellers Tales 6 min read

Walking Side by Side on Hadseløya: A Local Guiding Experienc...

In many ways, this experience reflects Ethical Norway’s vision of travel: not simply

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Northern lights Norway 2026 | Best time to go

Tips 8 min read

Northern lights Norway 2026 | Best time to go

Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis, are a natural phenomenon that can literally take your

Sasha Daoud Read Story

Last-Minute Travel to Norway

Tips 6 min read

Last-Minute Travel to Norway

Rather than spending hours navigating availability and logistics, travellers who work with

Anna Grindevoll Str Read Story

Travel in Norway: Our Responsible Travel Guidelines

Essentials 5 min read

Travel in Norway: Our Responsible Travel Guidelines

Travel slower. See more. Leave a lighter footprint. Our trips are built around time,

Linda Read Story

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Local Gems

The hidden secrets you won't find in guidebooks. Quiet hikes, little-known cafes, locally loved viewpoints, and off-the-beaten-track experiences. These gems also pop up in our itineraries — but here's where we tell their full stories. Find your next unexpected favourite

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The Sámi Homeland: A Journey Beyond Norway, Sweden, and Finland

The Sámi Homeland: A Journey Beyond Norway, Sweden, and...

Before modern frontiers, before Norway, Sweden, and Finland drew their political

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Northern Norway as the Natural Beginning of the Sámi Journey

Northern Norway as the Natural Beginning of the Sámi Jo...

From Tromsø to the highlands of Finnmark, travellers quickly discover that the Sámi

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Three Countries, One Arctic Soul

Three Countries, One Arctic Soul

To imagine a journey through Norway, Finland, and Sweden means building an

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Svanøy Hovedgård: Where Viking Echoes Meet Coastal Quiet

Svanøy Hovedgård: Where Viking Echoes Meet Coastal Quie...

Discover Svanøy Hovedgård, where tranquil coastal landscapes, Viking heritage, and

Christina Wang Read Story

Best Scenic Experiences in Norway

Best Scenic Experiences in Norway

Norway does not ask you to consume its landscapes. It asks you to experience them.

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

The Hidden Villages of Northern Norway

The Hidden Villages of Northern Norway

These places are not hidden because they are secret. They are hidden because they ask

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Northern Norway in Midnight Sun Season: Ethical Experiences

Northern Norway in Midnight Sun Season: Ethical Experie...

These are the places and experiences I’d recommend if you want to enjoy the

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Walking Through Time: Cultural Heritage Trails in Norway

Walking Through Time: Cultural Heritage Trails in Norwa...

Norway’s long history of travel and transportation is etched into its terrain. Long

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

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Places

Places shares local stories and insider insight from parts of Norway we truly love. These are not just locations on a map, but places with character, people, and stories worth knowing before you go.

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The Legend of St.Sunniva from Ireland

The Legend of St.Sunniva from Ireland

“Sunniva fled Ireland, trusting her faith to guide her across the sea toward Norway.”

Christina Wang Read Story

The Sámi Homeland: A Journey Beyond Norway, Sweden, and Finland

The Sámi Homeland: A Journey Beyond Norway, Sweden, and...

Before modern frontiers, before Norway, Sweden, and Finland drew their political

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Northern Norway as the Natural Beginning of the Sámi Journey

Northern Norway as the Natural Beginning of the Sámi Jo...

From Tromsø to the highlands of Finnmark, travellers quickly discover that the Sámi

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Three Countries, One Arctic Soul

Three Countries, One Arctic Soul

To imagine a journey through Norway, Finland, and Sweden means building an

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Svanøy Hovedgård: Where Viking Echoes Meet Coastal Quiet

Svanøy Hovedgård: Where Viking Echoes Meet Coastal Quie...

Discover Svanøy Hovedgård, where tranquil coastal landscapes, Viking heritage, and

Christina Wang Read Story

The Birthplace of Norwegian Ski Culture

The Birthplace of Norwegian Ski Culture

As visitors flocked to Geilo, skiing evolved from a practical skill into a national

Anna Grindevoll Str Read Story

Exploring the Flåm Railway and Sognefjord in the Off-Season

Exploring the Flåm Railway and Sognefjord in the Off-Se...

Visiting Sognefjord in the off-season offers a vastly different experience from the

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Oslo Like a Local: A Journey Beyond the Guidebook

Oslo Like a Local: A Journey Beyond the Guidebook

One simple local tip: slow your pace and adopt the Norwegian “friluftsliv” spirit,

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

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Essentials

Essential is where you find what really matters when travelling in Norway. Built from years of on-the-ground experience, these are the basics we believe every traveller should know—and if something’s missing, tell us and we’ll add it.

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The Sámi Homeland: A Journey Beyond Norway, Sweden, and Finland

The Sámi Homeland: A Journey Beyond Norway, Sweden, and...

Before modern frontiers, before Norway, Sweden, and Finland drew their political

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Northern Norway as the Natural Beginning of the Sámi Journey

Northern Norway as the Natural Beginning of the Sámi Jo...

From Tromsø to the highlands of Finnmark, travellers quickly discover that the Sámi

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Three Countries, One Arctic Soul

Three Countries, One Arctic Soul

To imagine a journey through Norway, Finland, and Sweden means building an

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Travel in Norway: Our Responsible Travel Guidelines

Travel in Norway: Our Responsible Travel Guidelines

Travel slower. See more. Leave a lighter footprint. Our trips are built around

Linda Read Story

Norway's Electric Ferry Adventures

Norway's Electric Ferry Adventures

Norway’s approach demonstrates that tourism and environmental stewardship can go hand

Tom Christer Larsen Read Story

How to Visit Norway's National Parks Responsibly

How to Visit Norway's National Parks Responsibly

Before setting out to explore a national park, it is essential to plan ahead.

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Cultural Immersions: Sami Experiences in Norway

Cultural Immersions: Sami Experiences in Norway

For travellers who want more than scenic photos, Sami experiences offer a way to slow

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Wildlife Watching in Norway: Ethical Guidelines

Wildlife Watching in Norway: Ethical Guidelines

If there’s one rule that matters most, it’s this: don’t get too close. Norwegian

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

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Travellers Tales

Traveller Tales are real stories from the road—shared by our travellers and from our own journeys too. Stand-out moments, honest reflections, and experiences that stayed with us.

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Walking Side by Side on Hadseløya: A Local Guiding Experience

Walking Side by Side on Hadseløya: A Local Guiding Expe...

In many ways, this experience reflects Ethical Norway’s vision of travel: not

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Hadseløya: Learning a New Rhythm, One Trail at a Time

Hadseløya: Learning a New Rhythm, One Trail at a Time

Living on Hadseløya has taught me that belonging doesn’t arrive all at once. It grows

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Travel Like a Local: Seeing Norway with Open Eyes

Travel Like a Local: Seeing Norway with Open Eyes

To travel like a local in Norway doesn’t mean pretending to be one of us. It’s not

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Norway Road Trip Diaries 2 of 3 - Ancient Viking parliament, diving board in the middle of nowhere, bridges, and a Viking King

Norway Road Trip Diaries 2 of 3 - Ancient Viking parlia...

Road Trips in Norway are very rewarding. The combination of excellent roads, scenic

Raj Read Story

Finding Your Roots in Norway

Finding Your Roots in Norway

Born in Detroit and now based in Oslo, Tricia Cantlon helps Americans reconnect

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Meet your Local Hosts

Meet your Local Hosts

Our hosts are proud of their country and love nothing more than welcoming visitors

Linda Read Story

The Viking Saga of Royal Nordfjord

The Viking Saga of Royal Nordfjord

Nordfjord lies between the largest mainland glacier in Europe and Norway’s

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Norway Road Trip Diaries Hybrid Cars, Glaciers, Tunnels, and Cleaning Toilets

Norway Road Trip Diaries Hybrid Cars, Glaciers, Tunnels...

One of the best ways to get off the beaten track in any country is to drive. You tend

Raj Read Story

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Tips

Top Tips brings together smart, practical advice to help you travel Norway better. Small insights, local know-how, and simple tips that can save time, money, and hassle on the road.

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The Sámi Homeland: A Journey Beyond Norway, Sweden, and Finland

The Sámi Homeland: A Journey Beyond Norway, Sweden, and...

Before modern frontiers, before Norway, Sweden, and Finland drew their political

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Northern Norway as the Natural Beginning of the Sámi Journey

Northern Norway as the Natural Beginning of the Sámi Jo...

From Tromsø to the highlands of Finnmark, travellers quickly discover that the Sámi

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Three Countries, One Arctic Soul

Three Countries, One Arctic Soul

To imagine a journey through Norway, Finland, and Sweden means building an

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Northern lights Norway 2026 | Best time to go

Northern lights Norway 2026 | Best time to go

Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis, are a natural phenomenon that can literally take

Sasha Daoud Read Story

Last-Minute Travel to Norway

Last-Minute Travel to Norway

Rather than spending hours navigating availability and logistics, travellers who work

Anna Grindevoll Str Read Story

Exploring the Flåm Railway and Sognefjord in the Off-Season

Exploring the Flåm Railway and Sognefjord in the Off-Se...

Visiting Sognefjord in the off-season offers a vastly different experience from the

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Oslo Like a Local: A Journey Beyond the Guidebook

Oslo Like a Local: A Journey Beyond the Guidebook

One simple local tip: slow your pace and adopt the Norwegian “friluftsliv” spirit,

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

Bergen Like a Local: Where Weather, Water, and Everyday Wonder Meet

Bergen Like a Local: Where Weather, Water, and Everyday...

Bergen locals have a quiet pride in their city. They’ll complain about the rain,

Mathia Pacenti Read Story

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