11 Marvelous Things to Do in Montreux in Winter [2026]

11 Marvelous Things to Do in Montreux in Winter [2026]

I remember my first visit to Montreux like it was yesterday. It was one of my first stops on my Switzerland itinerary, having come straight from Geneva, I took the train to this town along the glittering Swiss Riviera just in time for their annual Montreux Jazz Festival. I remember it all so clearly: seemingly…

The Best Time to Visit Tromsø By Season [Weather, Activities, Light, etc.]

The Best Time to Visit Tromsø By Season [Weather, Activities, Light, etc.]

From midnight sun and never-ending daylight to Northern lights and snow-coated landscapes, Tromso is a unique destination that feels like many different places at once. It changes its identity a bit as it changes its seasons. From the endless energetic summer sunshine to the spectacular beauty of the few dim hours of winter twlight you…

Tromsø in February: My Honest Thoughts After Visiting Twice

Tromsø in February: My Honest Thoughts After Visiting Twice

With soft Arctic daylight where the sun hovers low on the horizon to pitch-black nights with the aurora dancing overhead, February in Tromsø is a dreamy time of year to visit if you’re a fan of winter…. or even if you aren’t, but don’t mind tolerating it for the beauty it brings. Yes, it can…

How to Plan a Winter Tromsø Itinerary for 1 to 5 Days

How to Plan a Winter Tromsø Itinerary for 1 to 5 Days

If you’re planning your Northern Norway itinerary, congratulations: you’re in for a bucket list worthy experience of a lifetime! A trip to Tromsø, nicknamed “The Paris of the North” for its important role in Northern Europe’s culture, is a must on any visit to Northern Norway.  This beautiful city serves as the gateway to all sorts…