NB: As Nature Travels experiences use Canadian canoes and sea kayaks, the article below focuses mainly on the difference between these. We do not currently offer tours involving whitewater or kayaking on rivers, so whitewater kayaks are not discussed. Nature Travels offers many paddling adventures in the Nordic countries and there are a few ways … What’s the Difference Between Canoeing, Kayaking and Packrafting?
When you’re a female traveller, questions often arise that don’t apply to our fellow male travellers. We’ve got a few more things to think about, especially when doing outdoor adventures. The ladies at Nature Travels answer some of the most common questions from our female guests. Is the accommodation mixed on tour? Depending on which … Tips for the Female Outdoor Adventurer
Our whistle-stop tour of essential Swedish for your next outdoor adventure! Most Swedes speak English so you should have no problem communicating and finding your way around, but if you’re travelling to Sweden you might want to learn a few things to practise whilst your out there on your adventures! A little note to start … Basic Swedish Phrases
The information below applies primarily to travel on Swedish night trains (www.sj.se), but much of the article is also applicable to train travel in Finland (with www.vr.fi) or Norway (www.nsb.no). Have you booked one of our dog sledding, ski touring, canoeing or hiking experiences in the far north of Sweden? If so, you’re probably considering … Travelling by Night Train in Sweden
The Nordic countries, like much of Europe, can experience very warm springs and summers with long periods of hot, dry weather. If you thought Sweden, Finland and Norway were always cold and snowy, think again! So we’ve collected our Top 10 Tips and Tricks to help you stay cool and comfortable and make the most … How to Stay Cool Camping in Hot Weather for a Good Night’s Sleep
Many of you probably watched Blue Planet 2 and saw the damage our use of plastic is doing to our seas. If you didn’t, here’s a summary: When plastic was invented and introduced in 1907, it was celebrated for being durable and that it couldn’t be destroyed. But that’s the problem with plastic – once … Make Using Less Plastic Your New Year’s Resolution
Additional articles published before 2018 can be found at our previous blog location at naturetravels.wordpress.com
