Category Archives: Cold Weather Guides

How to choose between Levi and Rovaniemi when visiting Lapland in winter! Image of me hiking in deep snow in a forest overlooking a frozen lake with sun shining on me.
What is the Best Place to Visit in Lapland in Winter?

Levi or Rovaniemi? When I excitedly scanned my DNA results, my eyes stopped when I [...]

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12
Apr
Overlooking the fjords of the Lofoten Islands in Norway while hiking Mt Ryten.
Packing List for Winter Hiking in Norway: A Prepared Girl’s Guide

Norway in winter is absolutely breathtaking. It’s also so cold that it takes your breath [...]

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22
Jun
Explore the stunning landscape of the Lofoten Islands, Norway. Hamnoy is a fishing village with the iconic red fisherman's cabins along the fjords.
Why You Should Visit the Lofoten Islands in Winter

The Essential Lofoten Islands Winter Travel Guide Dramatic snow-dusted mountains bursting out of the icy [...]

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27
May
Epic adventures in Tromso in winter include dogsledding, chasing the northern lights, winter hiking and more!
Epic Adventure Guide to Tromso in Winter

What was I thinking? Had I really just booked a trip to Tromso in winter? [...]

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26
Mar
Image of Minneapolis Minnesota skyline as seen from cross-country skiing trails at Theodore Wirth Park.
Cross-Country Skiing in Minnesota | Embrace the Cold Series

Learning to Love Winter with Cross-Country Skiing Each winter I retreat indoors to chug wine, [...]

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22
Jan