Ivy Thompson

My Norwegian Family Adventure: Highlights of Sognefjord

"It is one thing to sell our popular Norwegian itineraries to our clients, and something entirely different to try a best-selling tour for yourself. Especially when it involves 3 kids, a husband and myself, a self-proclaimed last-minute planner." Read Ivy's 'boots and all' account of her family adventure to Norway.

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Restaurants to try in Oslo

Oslo's restaurant scene reflects the depth and ambition you would expect from a Scandinavian capital. Drawing on the principles of the New Nordic Food Movement, many of the city's best kitchens build their menus around wild, organic and locally sourced Norwegian ingredients, turning traditional flavours into something genuinely contemporary. But the range here is wide, from long-established institutions to casual neighbourhood spots that reveal a different side of the city altogether.

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Oslo Norway

Insider's guide to Oslo

Our Director, Tietse Stelma, an Oslo native, offers his Oslo recommendations. Local walks, attractions and the not to miss, prawn eating session at the harbour.

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Taste the Seasons on tour: Scandinavian Market Produce In Autumn

Nordic food-traditions stayed under the radar for a long time but it’s finally getting the recognition it deserves.

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