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New in November 2011

25. November 2011

Great new tips for Scandinavia travelers this month: How to get around Oslo-Gardermoen Airport Public Transportation in Helsinki Typical Christmas Celebrations in Scandinavia View full post on About.com Scandinavia Travel

Thanksgiving Travel Update 2011

16. November 2011

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The dreaded Thanksgiving travel rush is expected to start this weekend – and airlines will once again have travelers in record numbers. This is expected to last until the Monday after Thanksgiving and maybe even until Wednesday. To make your travels as painless and smooth as possible, prepare yourself for these basic rules: … Read [...]

NEW: Using Public Transportation

14. November 2011

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Public transportation systems in other countries are often intimidating and confusing, especially if you don’t speak the local language. We now have several new articles about using public transportation in Scandinavia’s biggest cities, so you can learn about each city’s system before you go. Tips include bus and metro lines, ticketing, and other practical things [...]

Sleeping in an Ice Hotel

2. November 2011

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There are several ice hotels in Scandinavia, and all of them very unique. So what’s an ice hotel really? An ice hotel’s guest accommodation can be in large buildings with many guest rooms, or rather in individual igloos like the Igloo Village in Finland. … Read Full Post View full post on About.com Scandinavia Travel

National Geographic Ranking Faroe Islands #1

2. September 2011

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Yes, National Geographic has found that the Faroe Islands are the best island destination, out of 111 island destinations worldwide. That’s quite an accomplishment, I think, for a region that’s usually not considered to be a popular travel destination. But that may have been part of its success. The Faroe Islands reached #1 by offering [...]

September…Simply Beautiful

29. August 2011

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Whether you’re a first-time Scandinavia traveler, or a seasoned Scandinavia enthusiast, September is a very good choice for the timing of a trip there. The flight prices for September are lower than the ones offered during the previous three months, the crowds are gone, and the weather is still mild enough to enjoy outdoor events [...]

Day Trips from Reykjavik, Iceland

5. August 2011

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When it comes to day trips, Reykjavik is the perfect starting point for one-day tours into the rugged beauty of Iceland. And there are various ideas depending on what … Read Full Post View full post on About.com Scandinavia Travel

August in Scandinavia

1. August 2011

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August is a wonderful month in Scandinavia. The weather is mild and perfect for the countless outdoor events, and all the popular attractions are open. Average daily temperatures this month easily reach 70 – 74 degrees Fahrenheit in most parts of Denmark, Sweden, and Norway. … Read Full Post View full post on About.com Scandinavia [...]

Return Your Bottles for Cash

29. July 2011

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When you buy drinks in bottles or cans in Scandinavia, check for the recycling symbol on the container. It’ll guarantee that you get cash back: For example, in Denmark you get back up to DKK 3.00 and Sweden offers up to SEK 4.00. In Norway you receive NOK 2.50 for large bottles and cans. So, [...]

Ideas for Day Trips from Oslo

27. July 2011

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There are several great ideas for day trips from Oslo. As a matter of fact, there are so many interesting ways to spend a day outside the Norwegian capital that there is a day trip for every type of traveler and every season. … Read Full Post View full post on About.com Scandinavia Travel

Ideas for Day Trips from Oslo

27. July 2011

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There are several great ideas for day trips from Oslo. As a matter of fact, there are so many interesting ways to spend a day outside the Norwegian capital that there is a day trip for every type of traveler and every season. … Read Full Post View full post on About.com Scandinavia Travel

August 1-7: Stockholm Pride!

24. July 2011

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In a couple of weeks, Stockholm will turn itself into many rainbow colors and pride symbols again. The Stockholm Pride Festival is coming soon! Started in 1998, the Stockholm Pride week is now the highlight of the year for many gays, lesbians and transgenders. It is the largest event for GLBT in Scandinavia. Most of [...]

Terrorist Attacks in Oslo

23. July 2011

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Norway came under deadly attack earlier today with a massive bombing in the heart of its power center and a shooting at the ruling Labour Party’s youth camp on an island outside the capital — attacks that police said are definitely linked. … Read Full Post View full post on About.com Scandinavia Travel

Limit Travel to the Center of Oslo

22. July 2011

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Norway broadcaster NRK reports that more than 20 bodies were confirmed dead, increasing the day’s death toll from seven. In the capital of Norway, a powerful bomb tore into the city’s center Friday, in an explosion that could be heard miles away. It was the deadliest bombing ever in Oslo. … Read Full Post View [...]

8 Ideas for Day Trips from Stockholm

11. July 2011

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The best day trips from Stockholm for visitors are the ones that fit well with your trip. One size does not fit all. If you have a spare day, great ideas can include a visit to a nearby historic city, a nice sandy beach in southern Sweden, or a relaxing day on the famous Göta [...]

Denmark’s Best Islands

6. July 2011

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How many islands does Denmark have? Approximately 406 close to Denmark’s coastline, plus the Faroe Islands and Greenland. The number of Danish islands changes every few years when small islands are created or eradicated by nature. About 70 of them are populated. Let’s do a little island hopping in Denmark and visit the best of [...]

Airport Shuttles in Göteborg

4. July 2011

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There is a neat airport shuttle service between Göteborg Landvetter Airport and Göteborg city that is reliable and can be booked online. The Göteborg airport shuttle service is a pre-reserved shared transportation service for arriving or departing travelers in Göteborg. And at just US$12 / 8.50 it’s really a steal (and quite a bit more pleasant [...]

2011 Way Out West Festival

1. July 2011

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The Way Out West festival 2011 will be taking place in Gothenburg‘s Slottskogen city park, August 11-13. Despite being only a few years old, the Way Out West music festival has already been called one of the best festivals in Europe. … Read Full Post View full post on About.com Scandinavia Travel

If You’re Traveling in July…

29. June 2011

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Get ready for the crowds. July in Scandinavia is probably the most popular month for travelers due to the nice weather this time of year. Plus, outdoor activities are all open now, even though it might get a little crowded sometimes. Since July is such a popular month for Scandinavia travel, it also means high prices. [...]

Go Inside the Arctic Circle…

22. June 2011

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The Arctic Circle is an invisible ring on our planet, encompassing the Arctic region. The Arctic Circle lines the boundary of an area in which the sun does not set on some days in summer (an Arctic phenomenon called the Midnight Sun) and does not rise in winter (which is called the Polar Nights). … [...]

Elvis Presley in Denmark

20. June 2011

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Graceland Randers is the new “Graceland in Denmark“, an event and theme house inspired by Elvis Presleys home Graceland in Memphis. Graceland Randers contains an 1950′s-style American diner called “Highway 51″, an Elvis museum, a ballroom and event venue, a small movie theater, and a souvenir shop. About 5,000 miles lie between Graceland Randers in [...]

7 Tips for Flying

17. June 2011

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When it comes to flying, some tips for flying are better than others, and can make air travel a breeze. It starts with finding the best flight for you, and ends with pre-reserved, reliable transportation from the airport to your destination. And in between, there are five other practical tips. … Read Full Post View [...]

The Days of Tordenskiold…

15. June 2011

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Even the name of this annual festival sounds like a romantic story from an old book. In actuality, the “Days of Tordenskiold” are an annual outdoor event in Frederickshavn, which lies in Denmark’s North Jutland region. They take place this year on June 24-26 2011. … Read Full Post View full post on About.com Scandinavia [...]

The Best Day Trips from Copenhagen…

1. June 2011

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It’s a popular question – what are some great ideas for a day trip from Copenhagen? The answer to it encompasses several types of day trips, actually, to fit your travel type. Some day trips from Copenhagen are guided, some unguided, others include lots of interesting history and unique destinations, while yet other day trips [...]

Eloping Over The Weekend?

30. May 2011

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Holly posted this message in the Scandinavia Travel Forum: I was wondering in which country I can get married the fastest? I have heard Denmark, but I cannot stay there for 2 weeks…..I need to do this in a weekend because I have a full time job.Thank you! Holly … Read Full Post View full [...]