Scandinavia is defined by snow-capped mountains, lush forests, pristine lakes and glamorous cities. In this glorious land where Vikings roamed, beauty awaits you.
Norway is a land of dramatic contrasts. It lies amidst fjords, sea channels surrounded by dramatic cliffs, and stretches beyond the Arctic Circle. Half of the country has sun around the clock during the summer, while dancing and the magical northern lights set the mood in winter.
In this land of the Vikings, see history with your own eyes when meeting the Sami indigenous population that is still thriving. In the heat of summer, swim in a cold fjord with a glacier reaching into it. Stand on North Cape, the northernmost point on mainland Europe and feel the breeze from the North Pole.
Oslo boasts spectacular palaces, beautiful parks and high culture. Bounded by forested hills, it also offers fantastic scenery. Oslo is the only major city in Europe that has great skiing just minutes away, accessible by subway.
Norway as a vacation destination for gay and lesbian vacationers:
In Norway, gays are protected by law from discrimination, and LGBT couples are recognized as equal to their heterosexual counterparts (except for adoption rights). As a whole, Norway’s social system is quite tolerant. So tolerant, in fact, that gays and straights often party together in the same clubs and watering holes.
Discos throughout Norway commonly have a gay/lesbian night once a week. Still, the cities of Bergen, Oslo and Trondheim are really where it’s at for gays and lesbians. Blikk is a gay news and entertainment magazine that can introduce you to the LGBT world of Norway.
