Writer Barry Stone returns back to earth after his stay at Stilleben, Sweden. A Journey into Silence! Come here with your loved ones, and your time will be filled with conversation and togetherness. Come here on your own, however, and your mind can go anywhere.

High up north in Norwegian Lapland, stay overnight in a Snowhotel.

By 2nd of July 2018, everything from plastic straws, drink mixers, plastic glasses, coffee lids and plastic bags will be removed from all Hurtigruten ships. The goal is to become the World's first plastic-free shipping company.

Make sure to plan a visit to Oslo, the bustling capital of Norway, and pre-book a session with the floating sauna KOK Oslo. Our Nordic Destination Specialist, Ivy Thompson interviews Kirstin Lorange, founder of floating sauna, KOK Oslo.