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The 2025 hot list: the 27 best new hotels in Scandinavia and the Nordics

Vipp Lofoten Stormolla Nordland Norway hotel review

The Nordics The 2025 hot list: the 26 best new hotels in Scandinavia and the Nordics The 2025 hotel openings across Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden Do you want to know where to book a stay in Scandinavia and the Nordics, right now? Hotel aficionados want to know what’s new, what’s popular and where […]

All the Michelin star restaurants in Oslo – 2025 edition

Savage Oslo Norway restaurant review

Oslo, Norway All the Michelin star restaurants in Oslo – 2025 edition The full list of Oslo’s 2025 Michelin star restaurants Oslo’s Michelin map for 2025 is crystal clear – 14 stars across 11 restaurants. Maaemo remains untouchable with three. Kontrast holds two. The rest – from bar-counter omakase to maximalist French bistro – each […]

Where to stay in Oslo: the neighbourhoods you’ll love

Oslo, Norway Where to stay in Oslo: the neighbourhoods you’ll love Best areas to stay in Oslo (and how to choose the right one) Oslo doesn’t announce itself – it unfolds. A city of quiet gestures and clean lines, where fjord meets forest and the tempo stays soft even when the streets are full. Where […]

Stay by area: our top hotel picks in Sentrum, Oslo

Oslo Norway travel guide

Oslo, Norway Stay by area: our top hotel picks in Sentrum, Oslo The curated list of best hotels in Sentrum, Oslo Central Oslo, the compact heart of Norway’s capital, offers a snapshot of the city’s layered identity – at once forward-looking and deeply rooted in its past. Wide boulevards and pedestrianised streets lead past neoclassical […]

The guide to Oslo’s 11 essential bakeries (and must-try pastries)

Grains Oslo Norway bakery review

Oslo, Norway The guide to Oslo’s 11 essential bakeries (and must-try pastries) The top artisanal bakeries in Oslo that hit the sweet spot Oslo’s bakery scene balances tradition with a fresh, modern approach. Long-established bakeries sit alongside smaller, independent spots focusing on sourdough, organic grains and slow fermentation. Cardamom, cinnamon and vanilla feature heavily in […]

The 2024 hot list: the 20 best new hotels in Scandinavia and the Nordics

Vipp Cold Hawaii Thy Nord Jutland Denmark guesthouse review

The Nordics The 2024 hot list: the 20 best new hotels in Scandinavia and the Nordics The list of all-new 2024 hotels in the Nordics Do you want to know where to book a stay in Scandinavia and the Nordics, right now? Hotel aficionados want to know what’s new, what’s popular and where to go […]

Hurtigruten vs Havila – which Norwegian cruise is right for you?

Hurtigruten Vs Havila Norwegian coastal cruise

Insider guides Hurtigruten vs Havila – which Norwegian cruise is right for you? Two names dominate Norway’s coastal cruise route: Hurtigruten, the historic operator and Havila, the newer challenger with a modern fleet. This guide breaks down the differences that matter before you book, from ships and cabins to dining, itineraries, onboard atmosphere and sustainability, […]

Before you book: the must-read guide to Norwegian fjord cruises

Guide to Norwegian fjord cruises

Insider guides Before you book: the must-read guide to Norwegian fjord cruises A Norwegian fjord cruise can look similar on paper, then feel completely different once you factor in route, ship size, season and how much time you spend inside the fjords rather than on open water. This guide breaks down scenic itineraries, key ports, […]

All the Michelin star restaurants in Oslo – 2024 edition

Kontrast Oslo Norway restaurant review

Oslo, Norway All the Michelin star restaurants in Oslo – 2024 edition The full list of Oslo’s 2024 Michelin star restaurants Oslo’s culinary scene remains as vibrant and dynamic as ever in 2024, solidifying its status as a premier dining destination on the global stage. While last year’s sudden influx of new entries in Norway’s […]

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