On one of my many return visits to Oslo in Norway, I was struck by how peaceful the city felt. It seemed a world away from the commotion and angst that comes with the 24-hour news here in the U.S. I ...

Norway’s greatest claim to scenic fame is its deep and lush saltwater inlets. Visiting the country without seeing them is a travel crime. My grandparents came over on the boat from Norway, so I’m ...

While I’ve enjoyed a lot of adventurous travel, nothing in my journals would rival the adventure my grandparents had as they sailed away from their Norwegian homeland – poor and without even a ...

Norway's breathtaking landscapes and natural wonders are no secret to most avid travelers and wanderlusters. Drawing in millions of visitors each year, the Scandinavian destination is all about ...

On one of my many return visits to Oslo I was struck by how peaceful the city felt. It seemed a world away from the commotion and angst that comes with the 24-hour news here in the US. I couldn't help ...

The Lustrafjord offers plenty of scenic adventures for anyone who takes time to linger in fjord country. From the heart of the Sognefjord, a handy express boat quickly gets travelers to Bergen, the ...

My grandparents came over on the boat from Norway, so I’m partial to that corner of Europe. But even if you’re not from Viking stock, don’t miss the fjords. From Oslo, northern Europe’s most scenic ...