Northern Norway may not spring instantly to mind for those planning a beach vacation. Yet the golden sands of the remote Lofoten Islands draw photographers, surfers and backpackers from the world over ...

Despite being high up in the Arctic, Lofoten is one of the world's great beach destinations. Photograph by Scott Salt A close-knit community of just a couple of hundred people lives here year-round.

Despite its reputation for outdoor experiences, Norway is not exactly known for its beach vacations. However, the country has many beaches with views to rival anywhere in southern Europe, if you don’t ...

Think “arctic” and snow, polar bears and igloos likely come to mind. Not surfing, sunbathing and golf. Surprisingly, depending on where you are in the arctic, all these are possibilities. True, the ...

The picturesque island of Lofoten in Norway is known throughout the world for its rugged coastline, Northern Lights, dramatic scenery and fishing. It is not known for beach volleyball. Until now.

Northern Norway may not spring instantly to mind for those planning a beach vacation. Yet the golden sands of the remote Lofoten Islands draw photographers, surfers and backpackers from the world over ...