Norway - Kylene Almeida

Day 3 on the Norwegian Coast

Despite the chill in the air, I decided to head to the coast. The smell of the sea engulfs me. It is so fresh and welcoming. Boulders of rocks and beach line the water's entrance. I walked the beach and climbed the rocks until I found a spot to soak in the sun trying to… Continue reading

Seafaring Culture in Norway

Today was great. I slept in and then took a bus to the "island" or Bygdoy area. My first stop was the Viking Museum. The first thing you see is this large and beautifully crafted ship. There are two more as you go deeper into the building. All of these ships had been buried with… Continue reading

First Day in Norway

Flying in, I was surprised to see snow still in patches on the ground. The passengers ahead of me in the passport check line were going skiing yet! There was a definite chill in the air as I waited for the train from the airport to Oslo City Center. However, just like Michiganders some people… Continue reading