March 27, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
Did you know that Norway is one of the top coffee consuming countries in the world? The Norwegian coffee-style is characterised by its light roast that really brings out the flavours of the bean, with roasters here favouring single origin beans. With such a huge specialty coffee scene in Oslo [...]
March 27, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
Due to the country’s rocky, mountainous coast, you’ll find that Norwegian cuisine is largely based on raw, natural ingredients. And, while you should absolutely indulge in some local flavour while you’re visiting, there’s nothing quite like indulging in the best pizza in Norway after a long day of exploring. [...]
March 16, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
Norweigan was recently ranked as the third-best cruise line in the world. And, it’s pretty easy to see why. Whether you’re an expert cruiser or are treating yourself to your first vacation out on the open seas, Norweigan offers something for everybody. [...]
March 16, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
Norweigan was recently ranked as the third-best cruise line in the world. And, it’s pretty easy to see why. Whether you’re an expert cruiser or are treating yourself to your first vacation out on the open seas, Norweigan offers something for everybody. [...]
March 5, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
Norway is an exciting country that’s starting to pack a serious punch in the international culinary world these days. [...]
March 5, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
Traditional Norwegian food might not naturally extend to include lots of steaks, but you’ll find that the best steak in Norway compares to that of the kind of cuts you’d find at top steakhouses in places like Argentina, Australia and even the United States. [...]
March 4, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
The best steaks in Oslo are as good as – if not better – than any you would eat in a famous Parisian bistro or London eatery. [...]
March 4, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
With lots of wonderful things to see and do, as well as stunning waterside scenery, it makes sense that Oslo is one of the great European cities. Oslo pizza also happens to be up there with of the very best in the world so we set out to find the [...]
March 4, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
From three-star Michelin and Nordic cuisine phenomenon Maaemo to street food on the corner, Oslo offers a vast range of vibrant restaurants, cafés, and bars. [...]
March 4, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
The simple hamburger is easily one of the tastiest creations in the world; juicy, meaty and always reliable, it’s a relief for fellow greedy guts to know that the burgers in Norway are some of the best in Europe. [...]
March 4, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
The foodie scene in this city is second to none, and Bergen burgers are among the best in the country. We set out to find the very best places to feast on some tasty burgers in the city. [...]
April 16, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team
Some of the world’s most renowned coffee and coffee brewers, like Tim Wendelboe, are found right here in Oslo coffee shops. [...]
November 18, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The North Cape (Nordkappsome) is located in Northern Norway. It is a high cliff that stretches out into the Arctic Ocean. Road access to the North Cape is through one of Norway‘s longest subsea tunnels. At North Cape, you can visit the world’s northernmost ecumenical chapel and if you arrive [...]
October 26, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
Ah, Norway. Land of majestic fjords, the magical midnight sun and mind-blowing northern lights. [...]
July 11, 2022 - Allie D'Almo
Norway is home to some of Europe’s most spectacular landscapes, from glacier-carved fjords to soaring snow-capped mountains to lush green forests, so it follows that you’ll want to get out of the city and into the great outdoors for at least part of your trip. If you’re headed to Norway, [...]
December 29, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Dramatic fjords so deep that they seem to disappear into the centre of the Earth. Rugged snow-dusted mountains. The chameleonic lights of the Aurora Borealis. All in all, there’s perhaps no other nation in the world as well-suited to road trips as Norway. From barren Artic to bustling towns and [...]
September 22, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
A bijou capital city nestled between mountains and sea, Norway's Oslo is blessed by culture, entertainment and a pioneering spirit. Whether you’re visiting here for a few days or longer, you’re in for a real treat in a city that effortlessly blends stunning scenery with a cosmopolitan ambience. Its most [...]
July 23, 2021 - Melanie May
Christmas is a special time in Norway full of celebrations and gatherings, therefore, it’s a wonderful place to spend Jul. The season has a rich history of distinctive customs, ones that Norwegians still practice today, for instance, making julekurver decorations. To help you celebrate Christmas Nordic-style, here are some of [...]
July 16, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
When comparing the fuel prices of petrol and diesel across different European countries, it is handy to know that at the time of publication the average price of gasoline around the world is £0.88 (€1.03) per litre. [...]
July 13, 2020 - Big 7 Travel Team
The food scene in Norway is superb, combining great produce, superb chefs and some classic Norwegian dishes. You might not be able to travel there at the moment, but with these recipes you can recreate some great local food in the comfort of your own home. [...]
April 15, 2020 - Melanie Hamilton
Norway is home to some of the best scenery in Europe. From the isolated Arctic tundra up north to the peaceful meadows in the shadows of fjords down south, the entire country is visually stunning. Whether you’re looking for a breath of fresh air or planning a trip to Norway [...]
March 17, 2020 - Melanie Hamilton
The Coronavirus has left the world feeling static, bleak and panicked. That’s why we want to share with you seven inspiring news stories that have taken place this year. It’s important in trying times like these that we try to look on the bright side and remember that there are [...]
January 8, 2020 - Elizabeth Thorn
We wanted to find the best chicken wings in Europe, so we bravely (and greedily!) set out to find the best spots in each country that serve some seriously finger-licking good wings. Today, we’re diving into all of the best spots in Norway. [...]
December 21, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Thinking about giving veganism or vegetarianism a go? Plant produce is an exciting and delicious way to eat and it’s healthy. These vegan restaurants in Oslo prove just that. [...]
April 23, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Seeing as how Bergen is the gateway to the Fjords of Norway, it makes sense that this city is a stellar place to visit. Bergen is Norway’s most international city, full of history and tradition. [...]
February 8, 2019 - Big 7 Travel Team
The best thing about Oslo bars? You’re never too far away from somewhere great to have a drink. Choose from hip cocktail bars and local microbreweries, to sports bars, traditional British and Irish pubs and karaoke bars. [...]
February 7, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
It might be a Finnish tradition, but the sauna culture in Norway is alive and kicking and there’s no better spot to get your sweat on than in Oslo. [...]