Escape the bustle of the mainland to this island idyll off the coats of southern Norway. Beautiful serene beaches, pretty Norwegian coastal homes and the peace and quiet of car-free paths await you.

Celebrate Sámi National Day on February 6th and explore the rich history, culture, and traditions of the Indigenous Sámi people. Learn about the first Sámi congress, traditional clothing, music, and food, and discover how to prepare respectfully for events across Norway, Sweden, Finland, and beyond. Honor Sámi heritage and experience the resilience and vibrant culture of Europe’s oldest Indigenous community.

Boost your wellbeing this winter with Nordic outdoor habits. From friluftsliv and forest walks to cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and sauna rituals, discover how Nordic practices help reduce stress, improve mood, and strengthen the body. Embrace winter like the Nordics and transform the cold months into a season of vitality, calm, and connection with nature

Start the new year with Nordic-style sustainability by embracing minimalism, mindful consumption, and slow living. Discover practical tips for eco-friendly home practices, seasonal routines, sustainable travel, and intentional goal-setting. Learn how simple, thoughtful habits inspired by Scandinavian culture can reduce waste, support the environment, and bring balance and purpose to your daily life.

Christmas traditions are fun and important to preserve. I invite you for a peek into my life in Norway as I share some of the traditions my Norwegian family and friends love.

As November settles in, the Nordic world slows to a gentle rhythm. The bright days of autumn fade, and the darkness invites us to pause before the holiday rush begins. This quiet month is a chance to rest, prepare our homes, and find beauty in simplicity. By slowing down and embracing the stillness, we arrive at December calm, grounded, and ready to welcome the light once more.

Self care isn't just about bubble baths, beauty treatments, hot chocolate and fluffy blankets. It's about a long lasting, grownup commitment to our mental and physical wellbeing.

The simplest pleasures are often the best and autumn is a time to make the most of some activities that are simple or free (or both!)

Discover the magic of lingonberries in Scandinavia’s forests. These tart red berries thrive under pine and birch trees, ripening in late summer when foragers gather them for jams, juices, and traditional Nordic dishes. Packed with antioxidants and rich cultural history, lingonberries are more than a superfood—they’re a taste of the Nordic wilderness.

All throughout the Nordic forests, lingonberries cover the ground in the autumn. Finnish lingonberry tart showcases them in all their seasonal beauty. Perfect as a special dessert os simply to have with coffee for fika.

Friluftsliv: How to love the outdoors like you're Nordic has been a journey for me. It's been about slowing down, allowing nature into my life and sharing the ways you can welcome into your's. Join me for a few minutes as I share my journey with you

Join me, Fiona of Living a Nordic Life as I share my morning routine in my little corner of southern Norway.

Picture this: you’re sipping coffee in a sleek Copenhagen café, laptop open, surrounded not by students but by nomads juggling clients across time zones. Scandinavia has quietly cracked the code—blazing internet, eco-friendly cities, and a culture that says yes to balance. Whether it’s kayaking after work in Sweden or networking in Oslo’s co-working hubs, the Nordics make remote work feel less like a grind and more like a lifestyle upgrade

From stormy seas to streaming screens, Norse myths refuse to fade. The Eddas still shape Nordic identity—whispering of resilience, trickery, and hope. These aren’t relics of the past; they’re stories that live, adapt, and bind us across time.

Autumn in Norway is a season of contrasts—golden sunny days or rainy, misty hikes through lush green forests. Norwegians embrace it all with the concept of friluftsliv and the right outdoor clothing. Discover how to enjoy rainy days, dress like a local, and find beauty in every kind of weather

Waldorfsalat (Waldorf salad) is a favourite in Norway. It has a slight variation on the classic Waldorf salad though that makes it uniquely Norwegian and even more delicious.

Smoked salmon, Swedish flatbread, dill and horseradish - the perfect combination of classic Swedish ingredients all together in a healthy and delicious dish that you will love.

Perennial plants are a wonderful addition to an edible kitchen garden and make growing your own food tear after year fun and easy.

Midsummer in the Nordics is a magical time of year with long days and an abundance of flowers. It's also a time for special celebrations

Bright, vibrant and incredibly Swedish, this recipe for pickled herring with beetroot and horseradish is simple and quick to make. It makes a perfect, healthy Swedish style lunch.