Norwayis a once in a lifetime experience. Considering the expense of the trip in whole, you can actually take that statement quite literally. But one trip here is enough to pay you back many times over for the weight that your wallet sheds for it. Because no matter how much you read about its endearing qualities and its attractions that snowball unto each other, the real essence of its appeal is remarkably simple. Norway is one of the most beautiful countries on earth.

From the dramatic and famous fjords of the West to the magnificently beautiful Lofoten Islands with its various rugged coasts dotted with small fishing villages, Norway is renowned for its spell binding natural beauty. But the country's hidden allure is what really raises the intrigue of this region to one that is quite eloquently, divine. Ride along the serpentine Atlantic Ocean Road as it twists and turns over the treacherous Norwegian Sea, walk out 2,300 feet above the ground onto Trolltunga or 'Troll's Tongue', and marvel at the immense Kjeragbolten, a boulder wedged in between two mountains over a 1000m abyss. Visit the ancient pagan ritual site, Preikestolen in Strand which is now a hub for base jumping and picnics, the Nigardsbreen Ice Cave in Luster, and the Viking Museum and Vigeland Mausoleum in Oslo.

Whether you choose to go by the country's vibrant cultural life or its natural beauty that is found in abundance, you get to see why Norway is touted to be so gorgeous. Hiking, cycling and white water rafting in the summer; dog-sledding, skiing and snowmobiling in the winter complete the masterful blend of serenity and excitement that is Norway. You can end it all on a high with a soul-awakening spectacle that is the Northern Lights.
A country which is known for its limitless fashion statements, unfathomable brilliance in design and architecture, and the pride with which it celebrates its rich history,Swedenis a behemoth when it comes to, well, fun. Wholesome and rich in culture, this society takes tourism to a whole other level.

This glorious country is famous for the museums like the Vasamuseet, the Stockholm bridges, the historic Gammelstad, the magical Lapland, and the iconic Icehotel. The inspiring d'cor, the gustatory pleasures of its unique cuisine, and the sheer aesthetic beauty of the place are all truly worth falling for.
Here are the quirks about Sweden you may never have imagined. Like how absolutely fantastic is the fact that the Stockholm metro doubles as the world's longest art gallery or just how downright crazy is it that modern art and dance performances are held at the site of their first nuclear reactor, R1. The Treehouse Hotel amidst an arctic forest and the suite of the Sala Silver Mine Hotel situated in the bowels of a mine resemble those out of a fairytale. You can even to get your share of the eerie with visits to the Talking Lamp of Malmo (Forza Zlatan!) or the Codex Gigas, The Devil's Bible. Take your vehicle and plunge into the sea on the chimerical Oresund Bridge or just check into the underwater Utter Inn (Yes, it's really under water and no, you don't need oxygen tanks). All quirks aside though (pun intended), the natural beauty of Sweden makes the trip worth it by itself.

From the fascinating and famously gruff history of the Vikings to the contrastingly calm and amiable nature of the Sami people, Sweden gives you the full spectrum no matter what you seek. Above everything else though, it is like stepping back into your childhood. Treehouses, Icehotels, mythical ships, seaside fortresses, and to top it all off, Santa Claus himself.

If you’re planning for a trip to Sweden and Norway, you must be prepared for a few things. The first things is obviously the amount of money you’ll have to spend. It is going to be quite a lot. Secondly, also be prepared for the cold. It is extremely cold in those places.

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