The Vikings have been a constant source of cinematic storytelling since the dawn of cinema. Here’s our roundup of some of the better films you can catch on a rainy day. HBO's Vikings has led the...
From a Viking trading city called Bjørgvin to the modern city we know today, Bergen's history is a fascinating one. Modern Bergen is known as the gateway to the fjords and is an important economic centre...
There's more to Norway than oil and seafood. One of the country's biggest ever exports is an entire genre of music, but it’s not to everyone’s taste. What comes to mind when you think about Norwegian...
Norway wouldn’t be the country it is today without oil and gas. We take a look back at the history of the country’s petroleum industry. Norwegian oil and gas is Norway’s largest and most important industry....
Norway's relationship with Europe is a complex one. Although not a member of the EU, the Scandinavian nation is part of the EEA and the Schengen area. Whether you live in Norway or you're just visiting,...
Fancy a fishing trip to Norway? The opportunities are incredible for the keen angler but there’s a few things you need to know before you start waving your rod around. Fishing in Norway has long been...
Denmark facts: From historical nuggets to modern culture, Denmark provides a lot of fascinating general knowledge. If you’re looking for some new Scandinavian facts to throw around at parties, then you’ve come to the right place!...
Impress your friends and family with these unique, quirky facts about Norway's close neighbours, Sweden. For many outside the region, Norway and Sweden are one and the same. While the two Scandinavian countries do share a...
Fancy getting up close and personal with the Vikings? Maybe one of these festivals in Norway, Sweden or Denmark will take your fancy. Viking culture has always been popular but in the past few years that...
Norwegian explorers are some of the world’s greatest, especially when it comes to the polar regions. We take a look at some of the most famous names. We all like to take a holiday abroad now...