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The small town of Henningsvær is my favorite place in Lofoten. Wondering around the streets of Henningsvær, we could easily picture ourselves living here! I love the cozy small-town atmosphere with its old wooden houses, unique boutiques, cafes, restaurants, and…
Kabelvåg is a small and cozy town in Lofoten, just next to Svolvær city (a 10-min drive). Kabelvåg is the oldest city in the northern part of Norway and was called “Vagar” back in the Viking Age. It has some…
When visiting Norway’s Lofoten Islands, taking a boat trip out on the sea and fjords is a must-do. The most spectacular fjord in Lofoten is the narrow Trollfjord, tucked in between tall peaky mountains. We took a cruise to Trollfjord…
Svolvær city, or Svolvaer, is the gateway to the stunning Lofoten in Northern Norway. It is Lofoten’s capital and the first city you arrive at when driving into the Lofoten Islands. Svolvær is also the main transport hub of Lofoten….
If you are heading to Lofoten and plan on visiting Lofotens biggest “capital” city Svolvaer/ Svolvær, then a walk over to the island Svinoya is a must. The beautiful Svinoya Island with its many red cozy fishermen’s cabins/ rorbuer is…
Although Hiroshima can be visited as a day trip from, for instance, Kyoto or Osaka, it’s worth spending a night or two here to fully explore the city and its surroundings. Our guide on where to stay in Hiroshima is…
A complete guide to Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park & Museum, including Atomic Bomb Dome. Here you find the ultimate step-by-step walking route through Hiroshima Peace Park with all its best attractions and highlights.
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