Scandic Ishav hotel, Tromsø Norway

Scandic Ishav hotel, Tromsø Norway

Location : The hotel is excellently located on the harbour with stunning views of the Sound and Arctic cathedral. It is 5 min walking distance from the Hurtigruten cruise terminal and 5 min walk from the main city centre. Rooms : The hotel room is a little small...

2 days in the Arctic capital-Tromsø

2 days in the Arctic capital-Tromsø

Tromsø is the largest city in northern Norway. Rightly called the Arctic capital, Tromsø is lucky to enjoy not one but two natural phenomenon every year - Northern lights (winter) and Midnight Sun( summer). We were lucky to enjoy northern lights as we visited the city...

Thon Hotel Ålesund

Thon Hotel Ålesund

Location : The hotel is excellently located in the city centre. It is hop skip and jump from the hurtigruten cruise terminal. Its at the end of the pedestrian street of Kongens gate, about 7 min walk to the steps leading to Fjellstua viewpoint . Basically it is a...

3 nights Hurtigruten cruise from Ålesund to Tromsø

3 nights Hurtigruten cruise from Ålesund to Tromsø

Hurtigruten is an excellent way to explore the Norwegian coast. It runs along Norway's western and northern coast between Bergen and Kirkenes. The  classic voyage is 12 days which starts from Bergen and ends in Kirkines. Some people even opt for return journey to...

Flåm day trip and Sognefjord cruise from Bergen

Flåm day trip and Sognefjord cruise from Bergen

Bergen is called the gateway to the fjords. The Norwegian Fjords are one the worlds most spectacular natural attractions. There are many fjords you can choose from but we chose the deepest and biggest fjord Sognefjord. You can club the fjord cruise with your day trip...

Weekend in Bergen

Weekend in Bergen

2.5 Unforgettable Days in Bergen – The Best Short Holiday You Can Have in Europe! Bergen is Norway’s 2nd-largest city, it still appears pretty small for someone from a huge metropolis (someone like me!) In many ways, Bergen is the gateway to the Fjords of Norway. This...

Ole Bull Hotel & Apartments, Bergen, Norway

Ole Bull Hotel & Apartments, Bergen, Norway

Location : The hotel is excellently located in the city centre. It is 6 min walk from Bryggen/ mt floyen funicular, about 9 min walk to railway and bus station and 15 min walk to ferry terminal. Rooms : The hotel is utilitarian but very clean and tidy. And the staff...