Nestled within the Arctic Circle, Reine is a picturesque fishing village in the Lofoten Islands of Norway, renowned for its ...

Ranging from cutting-edge architectural marvels to classic, cozy Nordic design, these stylish private island retreats are the ...

Discover the top 10 places to visit in Lofoten and Northern Norway, a region of dramatic fjords, colorful fishing villages, and Arctic adventures. From the iconic peaks of Reine and the beaches of ...

The aurora borealis (also known as the northern lights) is a mesmerizing natural phenomenon that occurs in the northernmost destinations in the world, such as Alaska, Norway, Iceland, Finland, Sweden, ...

An aerial drone photo taken on Dec. 25, 2025 shows skiing enthusiasts enjoying skiing at new-opened Changchun Wanda Ski Resort in Changchun, northeast China's Jilin Province. (Xinhua/Xu Chang) ...

A jagged thread of granite and sea stacked above the Arctic Circle, Norway’s rugged Lofoten islands look less like they were placed on a map than hurled at it. Primordial, vast and vertical, its ...

Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines returned to the Port of Rosyth on June 7, 2025, marking the start of a summer season of sailings aboard the Balmoral. Eight cruises will depart from Rosyth between June and ...

These outings might range from tough traverses to mere walks in the park, and from a few days to a few weeks. My experience in Japan took me on an intriguing new route, Shio-no-Michi, aka the Salt ...

It means “small river” in Old Norse and was originally spelt “Aa” until filleted by language reform in the proud new nation a century ago. Its name reflects its size but more telling is the ...

The inaugural 2024 Lofoten Stage Run paved the way for what is Norway’s premiere multi-stage running event. Taking place over 6-days (4-days running,) the LSR event was inspired by the 170km solo ...

For the ultimate midnight sun experience, schedule your Lofoten visit from late May through mid-July. During these weeks, the sun hovers above the horizon 24/7, casting a prolonged golden glow unlike ...