Specialists for Nordic Outdoor & Adventure Holidays in the Nordic Countries since 2006
While eating out in the evening in Sweden can be pricey, “Dagens Lunch”, or “Today’s Lunch”, is one of the real bargains to be had when travelling in Sweden, and is an important part of Swedish culture and tradition. Unlike the Brits, for whom a worktime lunch is often a 20-minute rush, taken hunched over … Ten Places for Dagens Lunch (Today’s Lunch) in Central Stockholm
Backcountry skiing is growing in popularity, and for very good reason – it’s simply an amazing way to experience the beauty and silence of a Nordic winter, allowing you to explore very much “off the beaten track”. The adventure and challenge of moving through a remote wilderness area entirely under your own power is exhilarating, … Backcountry Ski Touring – from Zero to Hero in Three Adventures
Last updated: 16th September 2026 Update: The implementation of EES began on 12th October 2025 and was originally set to roll out over a six-month period, when it should have been be fully implemented across all EU countries. There have been significant delays, however, and while the system is mostly in operation, implementation is still … EES and ETIAS: new requirements for travelling to the EU for non-EU passport holders
When you travel, there can be a lot of information to keep track of. The free TripIt app is one convenient way you can organise your documents and details so that you have all information together. In the TripIt app, you can create a trip and then enter/upload the information and documents you need, such … How to Use the TripIt App to Organise Your Travel Documents
Let’s face it – buying drinking water in plastic bottles in places where the tap water is perfectly drinkable is a terrible waste, both of money and resources. Nowhere is this more true than in the Nordic countries, which have some of the cleanest and most delicious tap water in the world. There really is … Where to Find Free Drinking Water at Stockholm, Oslo, Helsinki and Copenhagen Airports
When you gotta go, you gotta go. And after all, what could be more natural? But when you’re away from the “conveniences” (pun intended) of flush toilets and running water, there are some things to think about to make sure your visit to the woods causes as little impact and leaves as little trace as … How to Go to the Toilet Outdoors
Stockholm and Gothenburg have both introduced very convenient systems for contactless payment for public transport, allowing unlimited travel within a particular time period for a low fixed fare. Sweden has a well developed and very affordable public transport system, and we encourage our guests to make use of this resource as much as possible during … Getting Around Stockholm and Gothenburg – Contactless Payment for Public Transport
Not sure when to plan and book your next outdoor adventure? The answer is: NOW! After the disruption and uncertainty of the pandemic, travel of course is now very much back in full swing, with demand greater than ever. But one clear trend we’ve noticed post-COVID is that many travellers now delay their decision to … Don’t Wait Until the Last Minute to Book Your Holiday
Sofia from the Nature Travels team gives her top tips for making the flight an enjoyable part of your next trip. It is part of my job to fly a lot and I spend a lot of time at airports and in planes. Over the 17 years I have worked with Nature Travels I have … How to Make Travel by Plane More Comfortable
Please note: This article gives general information which may be helpful for you if you need to arrange COVID tests for your travel to and/or from the destinations we offer, with particular reference to travellers from the UK. What applies for your situation will depend on a) The country you are travelling from (or which … How to arrange COVID-19 testing for travel to or from Sweden, Norway, Finland and Denmark
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