Picking the right cabin on the Norway Coastal Express (especially if you’re a solo traveller) makes a big difference to your overall experience on board. That’s exactly why I’ve put together this ultimate Havila Coastal Express cabin guide – to give you an honest breakdown of what each Havila cabin is actually like, and which…
If you’re trying to figure out what to pack for a winter cruise in Norway, this ultimate packing list has everything you actually need (as well as all the things you can safely leave at home!) Because it’s overwhelming, right? Staring at your suitcase, wondering whether your favourite coat is going to be warm enough,…
Choosing which Havila excursions on the Norway Coastal Express are actually worth your money is surprisingly hard, right? Some sound incredible, some feel way overpriced or overhyped, and some you can absolutely do on your own for half the cost. When I booked my own Havila round-trip Coastal Express voyage this past winter, I remember…
If you’re trying to figure out the best things to do in Oslo in winter, this ultimate guide has got you covered! Winter in Norway can look a bit intimidating at first, with short days, cold temperatures, and the worry of running out of things to do, but Oslo has so much more going on…
Looking for the best things to do in Bergen in winter? You’re in the right place! Bergen might have a reputation for rain and grey skies, but winter here in this colourful Norwegian city has a quiet charm that most travellers completely overlook. I spent time exploring Bergen solo this past winter, and honestly, it…
Planning to take the Norway Coastal Express in winter as a solo traveller, but not sure what to expect? This ultimate guide will walk you through everything you need to know about the Norway Coastal Express – from booking and what the cabins are really like, to what to pack, what life is like on…
Svolvaer in the Lofoten Islands might be small and relatively underrated, but this small town still packs in some of the most unforgettable experiences in northern Norway! So, if you’re trying to figure out the best things to do in Svolvaer, Norway, this blog post has all of the must-do experiences you need to know…
If you’re trying to figure out which is really the best Northern Lights tour from Tromsø, you’re in the right place! I saw the elusive Aurora Borealis for the very first time in Tromsø last March, in temperatures of -15°C, my heart racing as the sky lit up green above my head. It was a…
Before I travelled solo through Norway’s most iconic cities and fjords, and along its beautiful snow-covered coastline, I remember asking myself the same question you’re wondering right now: is Norway safe for solo female travellers? And my answer is yes – but with a few important things you need to know before you go. Norway…
Winter in Tromsø is magical, but it can also feel overwhelming if you’re visiting for the first time. Where do you start with planning? What’s actually worth the money? And how do you avoid the over-priced and over-hyped tourist traps?! Well, I’ve visited Tromsø solo in winter several times (most recently in March) and I’ve…