Writer: Helena Bergström
Our last adventure during the Norway trip was a reef safari in the Salt Stream. Join us on a rib boat tour in Northern Norway, among high waves, strong currents and sea eagles. Wet, fast-paced and lots of fun!
Read moreOur last adventure during the Norway trip was a reef safari in the Salt Stream. Join us on a rib boat tour in Northern Norway, among high waves, strong currents and sea eagles. Wet, fast-paced and lots of fun!
Read moreImagine living in a lighthouse! When we got the chance to live in Tranoy Lighthouse in Northern Norway, we were thrilled. What could be more wild and beautiful than living on the edge of a headland, with the roaring sea just outside?
Read moreThe Norwegian writer Knut Hamsun is widely regarded as the originator of the modern novel and was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1920. In recent years, however, his strong sympathies for Nazism were highlighted and a dark shadow fell over the author. Knut Hamsun's path to success (and failure) was long and varied. Join us at the Hamsun Centre and the author's childhood home in Hamaroy!
Read moreInterested in hiking in northern Norway? The nature in the northern parts of Norway is wild and beautiful, with high mountains, mirror-like lakes, green forests and beautiful beaches. Here you can meet both wild and domesticated animals, such as reindeer and eagles, or perhaps find an old and really cosy café.
Read moreNow we have tried fishing in Northern Norway! Yesterday we had the opportunity to join a fishing trip from Arnoy Brygge on the island of Arnoy outside Bodö. Although it was a bit grey, we must say that it was fantastic to get out in the fresh sea air and spend half a day among seals, seagulls and sea eagles.
Read moreLocated just north of Bodö, Kjerringoy in northern Norway is a hidden gem. Once upon a time, this small community was more important than Bodö. Today, it is an idyllic retreat where Bodö residents and others like to go in the summer to enjoy the peace and quiet, nature, good food at the hotel or perhaps a cultural event.
Read moreThe Salt Stream in Norway, or Saltstraumen as it is called in Norwegian, is the strongest tidal stream in the world. Many people come here to watch the spectacle of strong forces meeting in the water, but you can also come here to fish, dive, hike or go on boat trips.
Read moreIn recent weeks, the streets have been filled with happy students running out. What will they do now? Everyone has different plans, of course, but in our circle of acquaintances, we've heard from several people whose children are thinking about studying abroad and taking the opportunity to improve their language skills. So where should you go? Here are seven inspiring places to study abroad.
Read moreThis is about being properly dressed when travelling. When you get it right, it's really nice. I love travelling with a small cabin bag and the yet show up dressed correctly at every opportunity. But that's not always the case. We have a lot of experience in making mistakes - and therefore some tips to avoid the worst mistakes.
Read moreLast night we enjoyed a lovely Friday evening with a potluck in the houseboat, together with Peter's son Robin and his wife Alexandra. We had a lovely evening with blue sky, good food and lots of talk and laughter.
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