Northern Europe

How to save money when on holiday in Norway?

The Nordic social security system is the envy of much of the world, it is comprehensive, generous and competently run. However, it comes at an enormous cost which is recouped… read full article

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Riga, Latvia is not lacking where the nightlife is concerned. The cities are filled with bars, casinos, clubs, dancing, and live music, and a great deal of these venues to be found in the Old Town area. Here you will find establishments… read full article

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As you will quickly discover with most other areas in Norway, Scandinavia in general has a very friendly acceptance of the gay and lesbian lifestyle. This toleration of the culture is also very evident in Oslo, the country’s capital city… read full article

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Finland is cold, it’s covered in wood and it’s where people love to feel completely revitalized. Is it any surprise to hear then that for the people of Finland their favorite place in the world is in their sauna?

For those of you who don’t know, a sauna… read full article

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Dreaming of a honeymoon in Scandinavia or a kiss-filled weekend with your loved one? Here are four romantic things to do when you make Copenhagen, Denmark your romantic getaway destination.

1. Romantic Castle Excursion

Top on the list of romantic activities for you and your special someone is the must… read full article

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World-class Swedish players- Henrik Stenson, Jesper Parnevik and Annika Sörenstam have made a name for themselves in international golf. In fact, golf is no more a privilege of elite but any one in Sweden can play and enjoy it. The Swedish green fee is much lower than… read full article

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Olympic Games hotel news: This week newspapers report that the Chinese Government has ordered all Shanghai and Beijing hotels to install a software to spy guests' Internet use. Swedish symbols: According to a recent survey from the Swedish Travel and Tourism Board, if you're planning a trip to Sweden you… read full article

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Denmark maybe the smallest Scandinavian country in size, but that has not stopped it from making a sizable impression globally in terms of the many iconic products that it has introduced to the rest of the world. Amongst the many delights that the Danes have given the world are… read full article

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Heading off to London for a city shopping break? Visit Gridskipper to see the map of London's loveliest lingerie boutiques. Traveling to Stockholm, Sweden this weekend? On About.com read information on the Midsummer festival and get ready to celebrate the summer solstice in the Swedish way. Otbeach.com presents the… read full article

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If you were to believe a T-shirt in a Copenhagen, Denmark souvenir shop, the “Last Viking” is lurking somewhere on Stroget, a pedestrian street in the center of Denmark’s capital. How else would you explain such a bold slogan?

Vikings… Stoic, adventurous, courageous, intimidating, resourceful, blond-haired… read full article

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When on vacation, it’s easy to see all the sites or visit the right museums. Trying to soak up local culture proves to be the real challenge, especially since most tourist activities don’t engage you directly in the environment as the natives live in it.

To avoid the bland taste… read full article

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Looking for a luxury Prague hotel ? Check out the great review of Prague Imperial Hotel on the New York Times. Planning a Rome vacation ? According to Cnn.com Travel, a visit to Ostia Antica archeological site is a must-do. Flying to London ? Find… read full article

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