Norway’s greatest claim to scenic fame is its deep and lush saltwater inlets. Visiting the country without seeing them is a travel crime. My grandparents came over on the boat from Norway, so I’m ...

The Lustrafjord offers plenty of scenic adventures for anyone who takes time to linger in fjord country. From the heart of the Sognefjord, a handy express boat quickly gets travelers to Bergen, the ...

If your idea of perfect train travel includes breathtaking views, then this Scandinavian excursion won't disappoint. Even ...

Though I initially visited Norway to see relatives — three of my grandparents grew up there — nature is the real draw here, even for those with family ties. It’s a land of intense beauty, with ...

Tour guide and author Rick Steves has spent decades traveling Europe and talking about it. He's even become the trusted name behind "Rick Steves' Europe." Plus, Steves knows a thing or two about ...

My grandparents came over on the boat from Norway, so I’m partial to that corner of Europe. But even if you’re not from Viking stock, don’t miss the fjords. From Oslo, northern Europe’s most scenic ...