Tromsø, Norway: So Much More Than The Northern Lights

THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO TROMSO The Northern Lights were what intrigued me to visit Tromsø, but in planning the trip, we were delighted to discover there was so much more to the northernmost city in the Arctic Circle. The timing of our trip was definitely influenced by our best chance to see the lights- generally, … Continue reading Tromsø, Norway: So Much More Than The Northern Lights

Hunting the Elusive Northern Lights in Norway

A GUIDE TO NORTHERN LIGHTS IN NORWAY Norway is famous for its Northern Lights, but seeing the dancing Aurora Borealis is no easy feat. What exactly are the Northern Lights? The Aurora Borealis is a natural light phenomena. They originate millions of miles away on the surface of the Sun during the electromagnetic explosion, which creates … Continue reading Hunting the Elusive Northern Lights in Norway

Packing for Two Winter Weeks Travelling Europe in Hand Luggage

A GUIDE TO CARRY-ON PACKING FOR EUROPE IN WINTER When we first started planning a December trip to Tromsø (with the hope of seeing the Northern Lights), we had to decide whether we'd return to the UK for the holidays or keep travelling around Europe. After looking at a few destination options and costs, we … Continue reading Packing for Two Winter Weeks Travelling Europe in Hand Luggage

Why You Should Visit Iceland in Winter

Iceland is dreamy. Ethereal landscapes guarantee a wonder-filled vacation. Natural hot springs, breathtaking waterfalls and volcanoes- talk about an explorer’s paradise. A friend and I planned on visiting for five days in December 2015, hoping a winter visit would better our chances of seeing the Northern Lights. We were prepared for cold temperatures, but weren’t … Continue reading Why You Should Visit Iceland in Winter