Author: Astrid Thornton

How Much Are Houses In Norway? (2023 Update)

September 4, 2023September 4, 2023

Preikestolen: The Breathtaking Hike to Norway’s Pulpit Rock

April 17, 2023April 17, 2023

Viking Wedding Traditions (to Plan a Modern Norse Ceremony)

April 3, 2023April 8, 2023

30 Most Famous Norse Goddesses from Mythology

March 31, 2023April 4, 2023

Scandinavian Design: The Ultimate Guide to this Nordic Trend

March 30, 2023April 1, 2023

Viking Instruments: A Look at Norse Musical Traditions

March 29, 2023April 3, 2023

Copenhagen vs Amsterdam: Which City Should You Visit?

March 27, 2023March 27, 2023

Copenhagen’s Meatpacking District: The Ultimate Guide (2023)

March 25, 2023April 17, 2023

Iceland vs Greenland: The Ultimate Guide

March 23, 2023March 27, 2023

9 Best Things to Do in Undredal, Norway (Ultimate Visit Guide)

March 21, 2023April 20, 2023

Norway vs Sweden: Which Should You Visit (or Move To)?

March 19, 2023June 8, 2023

Where Did Vikings Come From? (Origins, Migration and More)

March 17, 2023March 30, 2023

Finnish Saunas: The Ultimate Guide to Relaxation and Health

March 15, 2023April 20, 2023

50 Cool Norwegian Words (You Need to Learn)

March 13, 2023March 13, 2023

The Great Norwegian Mountain Troll (Real Proof?)

March 10, 2023April 3, 2023

40 Best Hygge Quotes (For a Truly Cozy Lifestyle)

February 27, 2023March 27, 2023

Helsinki Syndrome: What Is It and Is It Real?

February 22, 2023February 27, 2023

Copenhagen’s Red Light District: The Ultimate Guide

February 15, 2023April 17, 2023

17 Best Places to Live in Sweden (for Your Best Swedish Life)

February 10, 2023April 20, 2023

Scandinavian vs Nordic: What’s the Difference?

February 3, 2023March 23, 2023

Is Scandinavia a Country or a Nationality – or a Language or an Identity?

January 27, 2023April 20, 2023

Life in Sweden: 25 Points on What It’s Actually Like (to Know Before Moving)

January 26, 2023April 20, 2023

Is The Netherlands Part Of Scandinavia (and Why Not)?

January 25, 2023January 27, 2023

86 Best Swedish Clothing Brands (to Dress Like a Stylish Swede)

January 23, 2023March 23, 2023

31 Best Scandinavian TV Shows (Nordic Noir, History and More!)

January 20, 2023April 20, 2023

7 Best Danish Birthday Traditions (to Celebrate Like the Danes)

January 18, 2023January 21, 2023

How to Celebrate Mother’s Day in Sweden – and When Is It?

January 16, 2023March 23, 2023

12 Best Copenhagen Churches (You Have to Visit)

December 8, 2022March 23, 2023

Denmark vs Finland: Which Is Better to Visit (or Live In)?

December 6, 2022April 20, 2023

Stockholm vs Copenhagen: Which Is Better to Visit?

November 29, 2022March 23, 2023

11 Most Beautiful Norwegian Islands For You To Explore

November 25, 2022April 20, 2023

34 Beautiful Swedish Words and Sayings (You Need to Learn)

November 21, 2022March 23, 2023

133 Best Northern Lights Quotes (to Inspire and Dream)

November 19, 2022November 21, 2022

16 Most Impressive Fjords of Denmark (That You Need to Visit)

November 17, 2022March 23, 2023

9 Best Mermaids of Denmark (That You Need to See)

November 14, 2022March 23, 2023

61 Great Things That Denmark is Famously Known For

November 10, 2022March 23, 2023

Is Finland Part of Scandinavia? (Who Left the Finns Out?)

November 8, 2022April 20, 2023

Are There Snakes in Norway – and Are They Venomous?

November 3, 2022November 13, 2022

Why are Sweden’s Colors Blue and Yellow?

November 1, 2022January 3, 2023

Sweden vs the US: 13 Key Similarities (+ 24 Major Differences)

October 20, 2022March 23, 2023

What’s the Meaning of Skol (and Why Did Vikings Say It)?

October 18, 2022October 18, 2022

50 Most Common Icelandic Last Names (+ How They Work)

October 15, 2022January 3, 2023

Danish vs Dutch: Are They The Same? (+ All the Differences)

October 13, 2022March 23, 2023

Danish Graduation Caps: All The Rules (and Other Traditions!)

October 4, 2022October 4, 2022

Odin’s Horn: The Meaning and History of this Viking Symbol

September 27, 2022December 8, 2022

How Did Odin Lose His Eye? The Full Story in Norse Mythology

September 20, 2022October 4, 2022

Vegvisir Meaning: Origins of the Viking Compass Symbol

September 13, 2022October 4, 2022

How Many Vikings Were There? (Full Historical Facts)

September 6, 2022September 13, 2022

31 Best Reasons to Move to Sweden

July 26, 2022March 23, 2023

Ultimate Guide to the Meaning of the Swedish Flag

July 25, 2022July 25, 2022

Danish Bread (Rugbrød) and Pastries: The Ultimate Guide

July 24, 2022March 23, 2023

14 Best Iceland Websites (For a Great Trip!)

July 23, 2022July 25, 2022

Until Valhalla: What Does It Mean (and is it “Til Valhalla”)?

July 22, 2022July 22, 2022

Is Swedish Hard to Learn? (Hint: Less Than You Think!)

July 21, 2022March 23, 2023

Norse Days of the Week: Origin, Meaning, Gods and More

July 20, 2022July 25, 2022

Giants in Norse Mythology: The Ultimate Guide to the Jötunn/Jötnar

July 19, 2022July 25, 2022

Valkyrie Symbol in Norse Mythology: Its Meaning and More

July 15, 2022July 22, 2022

Loki’s Symbol and Other Facts on This Famous Norse God

July 14, 2022July 25, 2022

Hunting in Sweden: The Ultimate Guide

July 13, 2022April 20, 2023

Sweden Gun Laws, Ownership and Control Stats: Get the Facts

July 8, 2022October 20, 2022

Vikings vs Romans: Who Would Have Won?

June 12, 2022June 13, 2022

Norse Runes: Ultimate Guide to the Vikings’ Nordic Alphabet

June 11, 2022March 31, 2023

14 Best Norwegian Wedding Traditions (That You Can Do Too!)

June 2, 2022March 23, 2023

11 Most Famous Norwegian Actors (You Need to Know About)

June 1, 2022June 1, 2022

Swedish Traditional Clothing: The Ultimate Guide  

May 31, 2022March 23, 2023

What Language Did the Vikings Speak? (Ultimate Guide)

May 30, 2022December 8, 2022

19 Most Famous Vikings in History (You Need to Know)

May 29, 2022December 8, 2022

Did German Vikings Exist? (The Historical Truth)

May 28, 2022June 13, 2022

11 Best Places in Denmark For Viking Experiences

May 26, 2022March 23, 2023

Geysir, Iceland: The Ultimate Guide for a Great Visit

May 24, 2022May 18, 2023

19 Typical Traits of Swedish People (Stereotype or Truth?)

May 24, 2022April 20, 2023

Viking Women: The Ultimate Guide

May 23, 2022July 22, 2022

9 Best Cities to Live in Denmark (For Your Best Life)

May 22, 2022March 23, 2023

Did Vikings Have Red Hair? (The Full Historical Truth)

May 21, 2022May 29, 2022

9 Most Famous Swedish Vikings in History

May 19, 2022June 13, 2022

Should I Tip In Iceland (and How Much)?

May 9, 2022July 15, 2022

What Did Vikings Look Like? (Ultimate Historical Guide)

May 8, 2022March 31, 2023

Can You Use Euros in Iceland to Pay for Things?

May 7, 2022May 9, 2022

Did Vikings Have Tattoos (and What Were Their Meanings)?

May 4, 2022July 25, 2022

Average Height in Norway (And Why Are Norwegians So Tall?)

May 3, 2022April 20, 2023

Viking Piercings: The Historical Truth

April 24, 2022July 22, 2022

35+ Most Popular Icelandic Boy Names (2023 Update)

April 22, 2022March 31, 2023

Do Bald Eagles Live in Norway – or Even in Europe?

April 21, 2022November 13, 2022

19 Most Famous Norwegian Stereotypes: Fact or Fiction?

April 15, 2022March 23, 2023

Blueberry Season in Norway: The Ultimate Guide (2022)

April 15, 2022November 13, 2022

25 Famous Norwegians Everyone Should Know About

April 14, 2022March 31, 2023

Dogs in Iceland: Are They Really Banned?

April 13, 2022April 25, 2022

What Language Do Swedish People Speak? (Not Just the Obvious One!)

April 12, 2022March 23, 2023

Do Swedish People Speak English (So You Can Live There)?

April 11, 2022December 8, 2022

Danish Frogmen Helmet and Net: All About That Uniform

April 10, 2022April 10, 2022

What’s the Meaning of Flicka? (Not Just a Book and Movie!)

April 9, 2022July 25, 2022

Does It Get Dark in Sweden in Summer – or For Months in Winter?

April 8, 2022March 23, 2023

19 Best Danish Shoe Brands (for Nordic Elegance)

April 7, 2022November 13, 2022

Denmark vs England Flags: Who Influenced Whom?

April 7, 2022February 1, 2023

18 Best Norwegian Brands You Need to Know About

April 6, 2022May 4, 2022

What Do You Call Someone From Denmark?

April 6, 2022March 23, 2023

What Do People in Denmark Speak – and Can You Speak English There?

April 5, 2022March 23, 2023

Do They Speak English in Iceland?

April 5, 2022July 15, 2022

Vikings in Finland: The Historical Truth

April 5, 2022May 29, 2022

Did Vikings Have Braided Hair? (The Historical Truth)

April 4, 2022May 25, 2022