Tromsø is an incredibly diverse city situated in the far north of Norway. It is stunningly attractive, has good food and an infamous nightlife, all in a bustling, small municipality of 78,000 people. Tromsø is surrounded by spectacular scenery that is visible from everywhere in town. And the city's residents display the directness and wry humour fo...

We were not meant to go to Boen Gaard because we were in the vicinity to cover the launch of Norway's first Underwater restaurant, Under. The restaurant was architected by Snohetta, in the southerly town of Lindesnes, Norway, and was exceptional, half on the water and half under, thus the name. When the Under launch was finished, a group of Portugu...

Hattvika Lodge is located in Ballstad on the small island of Vestvågøya in Norway's Lofoten archipelago. It offers accommodation in restored fishermen's cottages overlooking the harbour, together with newly-built, freestanding hotel rooms set on the hillside with mountains behind. Privately-owned by the same family for six generations, Hattvika Lod...

​ Off the Map Travel is offering a new five-day/four-night Polar Night trip that goes close to the North Pole with an isolated stay at the Juva Cabin in Svalbard, Norway. This remote area has 24-hour darkness and a complete absence of light pollution where chances to see the Aurora (Northern Lights) are strongest. Only accessible in the snow during...

Secret Atlas has joined the expedition cruise market with the launch of several micro cruises for just 12 guests to the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard. The vessels create a lower impact on the environment than the much larger ships now visiting the polar regions. This enables more intimate voyages will appeal to travellers wishing to experience ...

The National Tourist Routes are 18 highways in Norway designated for their picturesque scenery and tourist-friendly infrastructure, such as rest stops and viewpoints. The experience is 'enhanced by innovative architecture and thought-provoking art'. Six new routes will be available in 2021. Sunvil has a 14-night self-drive holiday that takes in the...