Forget the summer gridlock. The real story of America's national parks is told in September and October, during the "secret season." This is when the crowds disappear, the weather is perfect and the landscapes transform. The post-Labor Day slump is a traveler's dream. With schools back in session, parks like Zion, Yellowstone and the Grand Canyon are no longer at peak capacity. This means a more intimate and enjoyable experience. The intense … [Read more...]
Discover Norway’s Majestic Fjords by Cruise
Norway's dramatic landscapes are best experienced from the sea. Embarking on a cruise through its majestic fjords offers travellers an unparalleled view of breathtaking natural beauty. Imagine towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and tranquil waters—all coming together to create an unforgettable adventure. If you're seeking a blend of nature's splendour and a dash of excitement, cruising through Norway's fjords is the perfect choice. Explore … [Read more...]
5 Activities Not To Miss In Bergen, Norway
Bergen is the perfect Norwegian weekend travel destination whether you are looking to visit in summer or winter. Cruise ship visitors might have a fast in and out trip, but for the independent visitor what are the top 5 things to make sure you do over the course of a weekend? Bryggen First off is the very photogenic traditional Hanseatic Wharf area Bryggen where you can wander around many wooden built buildings. Whether you want to shop for … [Read more...]
Happy Trails: Discovering Craft Breweries in Norway’s Fjords
There are many reasons that travelers pack their bags and head to the frozen north of Norway. The Norwegian fjords are some of the most stunning landscapes in the world, a true natural wonder that thrills and excites everyone who sees them. Famed for their majestic natural beauty, they offer adventurous travelers an unbeatable visual experience, one of the most rugged and remarkable landscapes on Earth. But Norway isn’t just for the … [Read more...]
Amazing day trips from Juneau
Juneau, the state capital of Alaska, is a gorgeous destination in its own right, but its principal attraction is its position as a gateway to some of the most breathtaking natural landscapes in the world. The city itself offers a wealth of attractions - you could spend days exploring the cafes and restaurants, kayaking in the Gastineau Channel, or hiking in the hills that surround it - but venturing out of the city on day trips opens up some of … [Read more...]
Explore the Norwedjian Fjords and Mountains on an Electric Supercar Road Trip
(Alesund, NORWAY – June 2022) If you’re a fan of adventure and luxury cars, this new supercar driving program is for you. Adding the glide of a luxury electric car, you’ll travel through Norwegian fjords and the Sunnmore Alps on a supercar road trip, enjoying empty open roads and breathtaking scenery behind the wheel of an electric Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo. The route is pre-programmed; you do the driving. Driving the roads along … [Read more...]
Norwegian Farms Offer Rural Luxury
Well-being, space, local food and peaceful surroundings is something many travellers have been craving for a long time now. All over Norway you can now find farms and manor houses rich in traditions and history, now turned into fashionable and personalized accommodations. Buildings full of soul and deep, historic roots meet modern comfort and beautiful design - and opportunities to pamper oneself. Travellers can find local food that comes … [Read more...]
Accommodations With Unique Architecture in Norway
Norway has the last few years seen a growth in fascinating architecture and design. This has also happened with accommodation all over the country, where you now can sleep, eat, find exciting culture, history and participate in exciting adventures – or simply get away from it all and relax and contemplate, or practice the Norwegian concept of friluftsliv. Here you will find a list of some of the most recent additions. FLOKEHYTTENE The … [Read more...]
New PBS Series EXPEDITION WITH STEVE BACKSHALL Features Modern-Day Adventurer Tackling Stunning World Firsts in Unexplored Corners of the Planet
Riveting and Awe-Inspiring Documentary Series, Premiering Wednesday, January 15, 2020, 10:00–11:00 p.m. ET, Features Earth's Natural Wonders and Hidden Gems ARLINGTON, VA; November 25, 2019 – PBS's new 10-episode series EXPEDITION WITH STEVE BACKSHALL reveals there are still parts of our planet yet to be discovered. Explorer and naturalist Steve Backshall pursues incredible journeys and world firsts — unclimbed peaks, unexplored cave systems … [Read more...]
Fjords of Iceland
Of my 13 trips to Iceland so far, my most memorable one was my first time there, in 2002, when I happened to meet my future wife. At a distant second was our trip in the summer of 2011, when we took a week-long road trip through the West Fjords region, the far northwestern peninsula that juts out into the cold North Atlantic Ocean like a dragon's head on a Viking longboat. It's not necessarily an inaccessible nor difficult drive to get … [Read more...]