Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. David Nikel is a travel writer covering cruising and Scandinavia. Norway’s two biggest cities are both big tourist draws. Most ...

As one of Norway’s most popular cruise ship ports, the starting point for the coastal voyage, one end of the famous Bergen railway and its reputation as the gateway to the fjords, Bergen attracts ...

Bergen, Norway is one of the main inspirations for the fictional town of Arendelle in Disney’s Frozen, but there’s so much ...

From the moment you arrive in Bergen, you can tell it's a little odd. The first thing you see upon exiting the airport is a sign built into the side of a mountain ridge that says, "Bergen?" (yes, with ...

This summer, instead of the usual beach vacation, consider a visit to Bergen, Norway. While the capital city of Oslo tends to top travel lists, the country’s second-largest city is wooing travelers ...

FLAM, Norway – The train came to a halt far above the valley, at a raging cataract called Kjosfossen Waterfall. Everybody got out to look and take pictures. Cascading from high above, part of it ...

Most towns have one or two main attractions — a beautiful mountain setting, interesting architecture, or a UNESCO World Heritage Site. And then there are places like Bergen, Norway, which seem to have ...

Before setting off for nearby fjords and waterfalls, explore the cultural scene and Nordic cuisine of this beguiling coastal city. Related Article Many come to Bergen in pursuit of nearby nature, to ...

Nestled between mountains, Bergen’s compact centre has the feel of a small cosy town despite its status as Norway’s second biggest city. The outdoor lifestyle rules on west coast Norway, even in the ...