Most famous for having an abundance of such structures is Norway, bordered by the Norwegian and North Seas and home to over 1,000 fjords.
With downhill slopes, cross-country ski trails, an ice-climbing wall and a snow castle play yard, Europe’s largest indoor snow-sports facility has something for everyone.
Costa Cruises, a cruise line known for its Mediterranean flair, presents an immersive opportunity to explore Scandinavia without the stressors of flights, rental cars, food budgets and hotels.
There are plenty of amazing alpine activities waiting for you! All you need is a healthy sense of adventure and a little extra courage.
Reader David Kloberdanz submitted some incredible images of Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon and Diamond Beach in Iceland.
“What are the Faroe Islands?” Little did I know how much I, too, would fall in love with this beautiful area!
Cruise from Helsinki, ride the public transit and get free cafe blankets in Stockholm with Jasper the dog.
Riding the Hurtigruten ferry line along the coast of Norway is an exceptional way to see this Arctic country. Slow travel at it’s best.
The magic of winter can be found year-round at Norway’s SNØ facility, Europe’s largest indoor ski resort.
Worst case, if we didn’t see the lights, at least we’d have an epic trip to Finland.
As the snow fell around us, reindeer pulled us through a trail and out onto a frozen lake. The kids loved having an up-close-and-personal experience with reindeer, and I loved feeling like I was in an actual snow globe.
Lo and behold, one night the clouds blew away and we caught a glimpse of the aurora borealis. While our eyes saw a gray, hazy-like wave in the sky, our phone caught some green/blue undertones.
The capital of Denmark is home to the longest continual line of monarchs in Europe, and the home to Queen Margrethe II. Take a few days to get to know this walkable, fun city.
With your family now living in Europe, you can avoid station wagons, Wally World and cousin Eddie. Here are five family-friendly vacation spots in Europe.
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