Hi, my names Rob and welcome to my travel blog.
In the summer of 2019 I spent several months on a road trip through Norway and Sweden. read about my exploits with my candid guides.
I’m also a keen skier, particularly in the beautiful country of Austria.
I hope you enjoy my travel blog.
Norway Travel Guides
Rjukan Norway: 4 Days of Hiking, History and Scenery Blog
Rjukan, Norway is the scene of an act of sabotage, set amongst some of Norway’s most dramatic scenery.
Eidfjord Norway: Hiking, Historic Walks and Waterfalls Blog
For most people Eidfjord is the fjord that people discover first off when visiting Norway. My stay here was part of a month-long road trip
Alesund Norway: History, Hiking and Scenic Views
Alesund was one of the first places I discovered while researching for my month long Norwegian road trip.
Svolvaer Norway – Whats it like to visit
If you’re planning a trip to Lofoten, Norway, then Svolvaer is a must see. this beautiful historic fishing port has reel Norwegain charm.
Norway Waterfall – Likholefossen Waterfall and Hike
Likholefossen is a lesser known waterfall in Norway. It’s worth a visit as it’s part of the Gaular river which is known as “waterfall country”.
Arctic Circle Centre Norway
If you’re planning a road trip into Northern Norway then the Arctic Circle Centre is one of the places that you’ll put on the list of places to visit.
Stave Church Norway: Hopperstad Stave Church, Vikøyri
The church is located in Vestland county. It lies just outside the charming fishing village of Vikøri
Austrian Ski Resort Guides
Austrian Ski Resorts – Overview Guide To Popular Ski Resorts
My first visit to an Austrian ski resort was, it’s fair to say, some years ago now as a 10 year old boy
Saalbach Hinterglemm: Tips for your holiday
An abundance of piste spread across a wide area, great food and drink and lively apres ski.
Soll Austria: Tips for your holiday
At the time of my first visit to Söll, Austria I was a young man looking to ski as many kilometres during the day and party hard at night.
Niederau Austria: A guide for what to expect when skiing
The stories of apres ski partying are legend in Niederau, Austria.
My father was one of the early pioneers of skiing in the late 1960
Lofer Austria: A family friendly Austrian ski resort
The big ski resorts in Austria were always the biggest draw for me when looking to spend a week skiing.
Sweden Travel Guides
Hiking Northern Sweden – Archaeological Hike Jävre
This is one of the most memorable hikes in Northern Sweden while staying at the town of Pitea.
Iron Age Farm Genesmon Sweden
I was heading back down south by the time I visited this historical Iron Age farm and wanted to spend some time close to the sea with great views overlooking the Gulf of Bothnia.
Jokkmokk Sweden – Camping and Hiking
Camping and hiking in Jokkmokk Sweden is an experience I’ll never forget. I share in this post some of my memories of this beautiful Lapland town and area.