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Winter
Snow, northern lights and endless winter landscapes. Here you’ll find inspiration and practical tips for a winter trip to the far north.
WinterUnwinding at Pust sauna in Tromsø
In the heart of beautiful Tromsø, right in the middle of busy city life, lies a hidden source of relaxation: the Pust sauna. This beautifully lit eye-catcher in the harbor isn't just a place to unwind, it also offers an enchanting view over the landscape of northern Norway. Pust sauna concepts The Pust saunas are…Read more
Accommodations, WinterTromsø Ice Domes: A magical night in an icehotel
Update: In winter season 2024/2025 the Ice Domes will not be doing overnight stays anymore. You can consider spending a night at Snowhotel Kirkenes instead.I created Lost in Norvana as a combination of 'Norway' and 'nirvana'. Nirvana is a place of perfect peace and happiness, like heaven. In Buddhism it's the highest state that one can attain, a…Read more
WinterEverything you need to know about the northern lights
The northern lights have fascinated us ever since humankind has walked this planet. But what do we actually know about this special phenomenon? And what do we just think we know about it? And how do you capture it on camera? In this article you'll find everything you need to know about the northern lights!Northern…Read more
Excursions, WinterWhale safari Tromsø: a special encounter on icy waters
Update: a few years ago the whales left Tromsø, so to see them on a whale safari you now have to travel to Skjervøy. You can do this on your own, but there are also trips heading that way from Tromsø. In the far north of Norway you can experience something VERY special in winter. You…Read more
Excursions, WinterDog sledding through the frozen valley in Northern Norway
During our unforgettable fairytale week in Tromsø last year, we went dog sledding on the fourth day. THE moment I fell in love with the feeling of standing on a dog sled. And later that year, also the big inspiration for entering and my drive to win Fjällräven Polar. Honestly, the love has never gone away. This…Read more
Excursions, WinterChasing the northern lights with Roy Sætre
This week it's exactly one year ago that we had a dream vacation in Tromsø. A great reason to look back on a very special night. The night we decided to go on a northern lights tour and search one more time for the ultimate high: seeing the northern lights. Since we had fallen pretty…Read more
WinterMagical reindeer sleigh ride through the frozen valley of Camp Tamok
Warning! This article contains pictures of reindeer butts and a blonde woman with an insanely big smile on her face. I have been super passionate about reindeer for some time now. That's not a secret. So when Bart-Jan and I decided to take a trip to Tromsø, I knew one thing for sure: I had to go…Read more
WinterLiving a fairytale in Tromsø
Last Wednesday, after a somewhat sloppy landing, we arrived at Schiphol Airport again. Because we had to go back to work the day after coming home and there was quite some housekeeping to do, it took me some time to write this story. It was worth it though, because we had such an amazing week.…Read more
Experience the far north yourself?
From rugged mountains and endless roads to quiet forests and the northern lights. Discover the trips through the far north and find your next adventure.