Despite its reputation for outdoor experiences, Norway is not exactly known for its beach vacations. However, the country has many beaches with views to rival anywhere in southern Europe, if you don’t ...

The beaches in Kristiansand have frozen over. Photo by Visit Norway Frozen beaches might not be what you'd expect from the summer tourist destination of Kristiansand. However, a cold and snowy week ...

Northern Norway may not spring instantly to mind for those planning a beach vacation. Yet the golden sands of the remote Lofoten Islands draw photographers, surfers and backpackers from the world over ...

Travelers who've been to Hawaii or the Caribbean are familiar with the concept of "island time," a slower-paced, flexible, and more relaxed lifestyle where punctuality is less important than simply ...