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Venture into the Arctic Circle and explore northern Norway’s biggest city, Tromsø.

Surrounded by snow-dusted mountains and glassy fjords, Tromsø sits within a dramatic backdrop some 200 miles into the Arctic ...

‘Aurora awaits’ – Aer Lingus launch new route for jetsetters chasing Northern Lights & ‘outstanding nature experiences’

AER Lingus bosses have announced an exciting new route from Dublin – and it’s top of many jetsetters’ list. The popular ...
Yahoo

Tromsø, Norway: the Capital of the Arctic

In summer, the sun does not set while in winter, you can experience the Northern Lights in Tromsø. It needs to be dark, the darker the better. Rune Stoltz Bertinussen/NTB/dpa Tromsø may be remote, ...
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All you need to know about the city in Norway where the sun never sets

This city is so far north, at the tip of Europe, that during a particular time of the year, the sun doesn't set, and people enjoy daylight 24 hours a day. Let's learn more about this city, why this ...
Houston Chronicle

Norway city embraces the polar night

TROMSO, NORWAY — "Welcome to the North." Flight attendants extend this icy-breathed greeting as passengers from Oslo debark into the eerie darkness of Norway's northernmost major city. Even ...
Daily Express

The incredible little city that's perfect in winter where you can spot the Northern Lights

A beautiful, magical Norwegian city in the winter months is the gateway to several stunning nature experiences. Located 250 miles above the Arctic Circle, Tromsø in Norway attracts two million ...
Metro

This underrated spot is one of the best for seeing the Northern Lights – and didn’t disappoint

The frozen snot inside my nose crackles on my nostril hairs as I scrunch and wiggle it in an attempt to warm my face up. When people warned me that the freezing temperatures would be as low as -20°C ...
Robb Report

Inside A $2.5 Million Waterfront Residence in Norway’s Arctic Capital

Are you looking for a somewhat remote but also luxurious getaway where there’s no shortage of spectacular scenery, natural phenomena or delicious food? Try the snowy city of Tromsø, Norway, about 215 ...
Daily Express

The city so beautiful it gets 2m tourists a year despite temperatures plummeting to -18C

Few cities can be considered as unique as Tromsø. Located 350 kilometres above the Arctic Circle, this Norwegian city offers its visitors marvellous landscapes and a close link to nature. As a result, ...
Radio Canada International

Sole U.S. diplomatic station above Arctic Circle opened in Tromso, Norway

The United States opened a diplomatic station in Tromso, Norway on Friday, its sole such post above the Arctic Circle. “The Tromsø American Presence Post will strengthen our collaboration with Norway ...
Irish Sun

The ‘magical’ Christmas town that’s much cheaper than visiting Lapland – with reindeer safaris and husky sledding

THE idea of a Christmas trip to Lapland with the family may seem like the perfect way to get into the festive spirit – until you see how much it costs to get there. Luckily, there are plenty of other ...