Author: Roaming Numeral
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Experience ABBA: The Museum
Okay, I’ll admit it; I’m not actually THAT much of a ABBA fan. Mostly, I just really enjoy Mama Mia. This, I think is something many people can relate to. Even as a passive ABBA fan, Stockholm’s ABBA Museum is something that should not be missed! I have been to dozens of the world’s most…
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How to Plan a Day Trip to Vaxholm
Asking people what country has the most islands has been the ultimate trick question at bar trivia for years. Don’t be fooled by the tropical countries- Sweden is a land of islands. With over a quarter million islands to choose from, there’s nothing more Swedish than island hopping! Let’s briefly ignore the fact that the…
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A Guide to Must-Try Dishes in Norway
I feel like the Norwegian food scene doesn’t get as much credit as it deserves. Between the seafood and the fruit and the sweet treats, you wont be leaving Norway hungry! Although it is by no means a comprehensive list, I’ve put together some of what I consider to be the can’t-miss meals of Norway!…
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Explore Trondheim: Norway’s Vibrant Viking Capital
Norway’s Viking Age capital city, Trondheim is a popular college city that blends its medieval history and it’s youthful culture seamlessly. After being out in the fjords for a few days, Trondheim seemed super busy with tons of people out and about in the city. One of the favored places to hang out in Trondheim…
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Hotel Review: Costa Rica- Arenal Rabfer
My trip through Costa Rica was booked through a tour company, so I didn’t have much of a choice when it came to hotels. I had been pleasantly surprised by my first night’s stay at Auténtico Hotel, but I was substantially more nervous when it came to the hotel located in Costa Rica’s Arenal district.…
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The Tourist Town of Geiranger
Geirangerfjord is a UNESCO World Heritage-listed fjord located in one of the prettiest places in Norway. The small town of Geiranger has about 200 permanent residents, but can see upwards of 300,000 tourists per year, primarily due to its position as a Norway’s third biggest cruise ports. The relative invasion of cruise ship passengers is…
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A Guide to Oslo’s Iconic Sites and Culture
Visiting Norway? Odds are you’ll be passing through Oslo, Norway’s capital city. The city is trendy and modern with tons of neighborhoods, restaurants, and shops to explore.
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Explore Bergen: Gateway to Norway’s Fjords
As Norway’s second biggest city after Oslo, the city of Bergen sees its fair share of visitors. Affectionately known as the “gateway to the fjords”, Bergen is a popular place to base out of for different day trips around the stunning landscape- plus a few different cruise itineraries stop here too!
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Spend A Day In Ålesund
Ålesund is a particularly interesting town located in Norway’s Sunnmøre region. While it was originally built with wooden buildings, typical of Norwegian towns, a massive fire in 1904 burned nearly the entire city to the ground, leaving almost 10,000 people without shelter. Starting from scratch, Ålesund rebuilt in the architectural style of Art Nouveau, making…
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Eat and Drink Nashville
You can’t go to Nashville without experiencing some of that Southern hospitality in the form of food and drinks! I picked out my favorite places to grab a bite and a seat while exploring Music City- plus some can’t-miss classics.