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European Capital of Culture 2024: Bodø Takes the Stage

March 27, 2024

In 1985, the European Union (EU) launched the Capital of Culture Program to bring Europeans closer together. The first city chosen was Athens, Greece, followed by Bergen in 2000 and...

Happy Waffle Day!

March 25, 2024

In Sweden, Norway, and Denmark, March 25th marks a delicious celebration: Waffle Day. Interestingly, this day coincides with the Feast of the Annunciation, where waffles traditionally grace the table. The origin...

Foto Friday - Vintage Photo, Bjelland Farm

March 22, 2024

View of Bjelland family farm from the entry road.

10 Ways to Celebrate the Vernal Equinox (Spring)

March 21, 2024

The Beginning of Spring, also known as the Vernal or Spring Equinox, is a time of rebirth and renewal after the harsh winter. It’s a time for balance, newness and...

Birkebeinerrennet: The Story Behind the Birken Ski Festival

March 20, 2024

If you're a skiing enthusiast searching for new adventures, consider Norway in March. It's the prime season for skiing amid Norway's stunning mountains. March also brings the annual Birken Ski Festival,...

Nordic Day: Celebrating Unity and Cooperation

March 18, 2024

In 1962, the Helsinki Treaty solidified the bonds of cooperation among the Nordic countries—Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, the Faroe Islands, Greenland, and Åland. Known as Nordic Day, it is...

St. Patrick's Day in Norway: Embracing Tradition and Viking Heritage

March 16, 2024

St. Patrick's Day in Norway is a vibrant tapestry woven with threads of tradition, cultural exchange, and a nod to Viking heritage. While the holiday originates from Ireland, Norwegians have...

Foto Friday - Original Home, Bjelland Farm

March 15, 2024

This is the original home on the family farm. Photo taken in June 2022 when flowers were in full bloom.

The Enchantment of Pastel Winter in Scandinavia

March 13, 2024

As winter blankets the landscapes of Scandinavia, there's a magical phenomenon known as pastel winter, or "sunny winter," unfolding from early March until mid-May. Unlike the stark monochrome of traditional...

Exploring Norwegian Cabin Culture

March 11, 2024

Norwegians, known for their strong connection to nature, have perfected the art of embracing the simplicity and serenity of life in remote cabins nestled amidst picturesque landscapes.