Facts about Norway – 30 things you (maybe) didn't know

Writer: Peter Bergström

Norway has fjords, mountains and oil. But the country also has a major general who is a penguin, kings' sons who were tested with red-hot irons and an old Christmas monster who demanded alcohol. Here are 30 true stories about Norway that are much crazier than the usual facts.

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Facts about the cinnamon bun – 30 things you (maybe) didn't know

Writer: Peter Bergström

The cinnamon bun has followed us from childhood kitchens to cafes, work meetings and travels – and sometimes all the way to friends on the other side of the world. But how Swedish is it really, who came up with Cinnamon Bun Day and how did cinnamon from the other side of the world end up in perhaps our most beloved coffee bun? Here are 30 things about the cinnamon bun that made us see the little bun with completely new eyes.

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Facts about Georgia - 30 things you (might) not know

Writer: Peter Bergström

Facts about Georgia! The country of Georgia is becoming an increasingly popular tourist destination every year. Yet many people still know relatively little about this beautiful country in the Caucasus. We travelled to Georgia at the end of 2024 and took a road trip through the country. Now we have collected 30 interesting facts that you (maybe) didn't know about Georgia.

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Things to do in Dalarna – 55 attractions and experiences

Writer: Peter Bergström

Updated May 2026 | Looking for things to do in Dalarna? Here you will find the best sights, excursions and experiences – from Falun, Mora, Rättvik and Leksand to Siljan, Dalhalla, Zorn, Carl Larsson, Sälen, Fulufjället and some of Sweden's most classic summer and winter destinations. We traveled around Dalarna for almost two months and here we share our best tips from places we have experienced ourselves.

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Things to do in Hälsingland – 54 tips, attractions and experiences

Writer: Peter Bergström

Updated May 2026 | What can you do in Hälsingland? Lots! For a month we traveled around the landscape and collected our best tips – from wild nature experiences to charming fishing villages, cafes and world heritage sites. Here are our favorites and best experiences in Hälsingland.

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Facts about Finland - 30 things you (might) not know

Writer: Peter Bergström

Updated: August 2026 | What do you know about Finland? Our eastern neighbor offers thousands of lakes, millions of saunas, exciting history, world-famous design and the occasional odd competition. Here we have collected 30 interesting, fun and sometimes surprising facts about Finland.

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Bothnian Coastal Route - FREEDOMtravel Themed Roads

Writer: Peter Bergström

Bothnian Coastal Route takes you around the Gulf of Bothnia, which is the northernmost bay of the Baltic Sea, located between Sweden and Finland. The route takes you past several Unesco heritage sites, beautiful towns, historic sites, unique archipelago, exciting sights, wild rapids and beautiful nature.

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22 Egyptian gods that tickle the imagination

Writer: Peter Bergström

Egyptian gods and goddesses offer ancient mysticism. The ancient Egyptians had a strong belief in these gods, who were believed to control everything from the sun and moon to love and war. Today, they whisper of times gone by, and they can still tickle the imagination ...

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Things to do in Switzerland - 25 sights and experiences

Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated: June 2026 | What to see and do in Switzerland? This beautiful country offers everything from dramatic alpine peaks and beautiful alpine lakes to cheese and chocolate. Here you will find all our best tips.

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Facts about Tunisia - 30 things you (may) not know

Facts about Tunisia! Tunisia is known for its Roman ruins and the start of the Arab Spring, but there is much more to the country than that. Tourists are attracted by the beautiful Tunisian coastline, the enchanting Sahara Desert, charming cities, golf, wines, ceramics, thalassotherapy and much more.

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