Staying in Norway

Hotel Havnekontoret, Bergen, Norway

The Hotel Havnekontoret is one of the nicest hotels we ever stayed in. Well located near the major sights of Bergen, most of it was once the mansion home of a very rich Bergen merchant. We booked a...

Best 5 Ice and Snow Festivals for 2023-2024

Winter is my favorite season. This is one of the most beautiful times to enjoy various activities and sights. I would like to take you on the winter wonderland adventure to some of the Best 5...

Gigantic Chairs Around the World: Exploring Beyond Borders!

Hello everyone, are you ready to embark on an entertaining journey across the globe, where enormous chairs take the spotlight in the most unexpected places? Today, we're diving into the story...

From Tourist to Traveler in Less than 12 Hours

Hopping On and Off in Oslo (and Elsewhere) -From Tourist to Traveler in less than 12 Hours- by Mike Howard If you're in town for a conference, layover, or have a “free” day before the...

Norway's West Coast by Hurtigruten: Civilization

We flew Lufthansa with a change in Frankfurt. Frankfurt to Bergen is almost a straight shot north, along the Norwegian coast. As we approached Norway, the Captain came on and said, 'Its...

Norway's West Coast by Hurtigruten: the Scenery

There is a difference between a great sight and a great trip. A sight is a singular event. A trip takes at least a week. A great trip can include a collection of not great sights. It...