Bergen is surrounded by stunning fjords and mountains that it can be hard to choose the best day trips from Bergen, so here are my top choices to experience the most of Norwegian nature even on a short day trip.| Heart My Backpack
I visited Moominworld as part of a paid collaboration with Finnair. I spent part of my Christmas holiday in northern Finland this year, and Alfie nearly froze his paws off in the -30° degree weather.| Heart My Backpack
After years living in southern Norway, I now really miss Oslo! So I put together a list of my favorite things to do in Oslo, so I always know what to do when I'm back in the city.| Heart My Backpack
I’ve already written up a packing guide for winter in Norway, so now I figured it was time for a summer version of my Norway packing list! Because while at first I thought packing for winter in Norway was the biggest challenge for visitors, it’s actually quite simple: just pack all the warmest clothes you... Read More The post What to Pack for Summer in Norway appeared first on Heart My Backpack.| Heart My Backpack
Of course Bergen has always been one of Norway's most popular destinations, but since moving from Tromsø to Bergen almost three years ago I've still been surprised by how many acquaintances and friends of friends| Heart My Backpack
Ålesund, Norway is alway my top recommendation for places to visit in Norway because there are not only many things to do in Ålesund, but it's also near Norway's most beautiful nature.| Heart My Backpack
Mallorca is one of my favorite beach destinations that I keep returning to again and again. I love that it has a great mix of a beautiful city, charming small Spanish towns, stunning mountain landscape,| Heart My Backpack
When I moved to Bergen from Tromsø two years ago, I promised myself that I would still spend a few weeks up north each winter. I love Northern Norway's snowy landscapes and aurora filled skies| Heart My Backpack
It’s that time of year again – when Norway is at its darkest, but also its most magical! I love Christmas in Norway, and I love how perfectly Norwegian Christmas here is. Even before I moved to Norway my family usually spent most of our Christmases in Norway, because my mother’s family lives here. In... Read More The post It’s Not Christmas in Norway Until These 15 Things Happen appeared first on Heart My Backpack.| Heart My Backpack
It's been a long time now since I moved to Trondheim, Norway but finally, here are my top things to do in Trondheim, including activities in Trondheim, places to go, where to eat, and how to get around.| Heart My Backpack
I've been talking about wanting to visit Vesterålen, Norway pretty much since I first looked at a map of the country, yet it took me another 20+ years to actually make it there. And was| Heart My Backpack
Since moving to Bergen I've made many trips to visit my friend Vanessa in Stavanger. Stavanger is about five hours from Bergen, or longer depend on how you choose to get there. You can travel| Heart My Backpack
I lived near Bergen for several years, and here is my complete guide to the best things to do in Bergen and the surrounding area if you want the best local experience.| Heart My Backpack
When I first moved to Norway nearly a decade (!) ago, I asked a colleague where she would recommend I take a spring road trip. And she told me there's no better place to visit| Heart My Backpack
I'll be honest, I was skeptical about booking a holiday to Mallorca (or Majorca if you're English). In fact, the first time I visited Mallorca the only reason I agreed to go was that my| Heart My Backpack
After living in Tromsø Norway for over two years (and living in Norway for nine years!), I thought it was about time I put together a guide for visiting Tromsø, including my favorite things to| Heart My Backpack
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