Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. David Nikel is a travel writer covering cruising and Scandinavia. The landscapes and nature of Norway’s spectacular Lofoten ...

The Lofoten village Reine is a tourist magnet in the summer, yet it arguably looks even more beautiful in the winter. Situated in Norway’s remote northwest, the Arctic archipelago of Lofoten stands ...

Northern Norway may not spring instantly to mind for those planning a beach vacation. Yet the golden sands of the remote Lofoten Islands draw photographers, surfers and backpackers from the world over ...

The Lofoten Islands stretch for nearly 100 miles into the Norwegian Sea. Photograph by Scott Salt This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). Viking chieftains in Norway’s most ...

If you're looking for one of the world's most idyllic island destinations, you might be surprised to discover that it's nowhere near the tropics, but rather 100 miles north of the Arctic Circle: The ...

The Lofoten Islands in Norway, known for their unspoiled nature, are often reached by water. While Norway is associated with its fjords and majestic coastal landscapes, travelers have to go beyond the ...

Planning a trip to the Lofoten Islands, Norway, but don’t know where to start? Keep scrolling for my ultimate guide to planning a trip to Norway’s Lofoten Islands! This Lofoten Islands planning guide ...

UNSTAD, Norway — Ignoring hailstones and gusts of freezing wind, Rolf Hellem-Brusso straps on his rubberized mittens, picks up his surfboard and navigates his way across the rocky shoreline toward the ...

Northern Norway may not spring instantly to mind for those planning a beach vacation. Yet the golden sands of the remote Lofoten Islands draw photographers, surfers and backpackers from the world over ...