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With Frozen II hitting theaters this week, you might be thinking of taking a trip to the land that inspired it all. Take a look at some of our travel memoirs and guidebooks to learn more about Norway and other Nordic countries, as well as the best sites to visit when you`re in the land of Anna and Elsa.
MEMOIRS
The Palace of the Snow Queen: Winter Travels in Lapland, by Barbara Sjoholm
Sjoholm tells of her adventures through Norway, Sweden and Finland, and considers how the power of ice and snow shapes our lives.
Sixty Degrees North: Around the World in Search of Home, by Mallachy Tallack
Tallack explores the landscapes of the sixtieth parallel and the ways that people have interacted with those landscapes, highlighting themes of wildness & community, isolation & engagement, exile & memory.
The Fellowship of Ghosts: A Journey through the Mountains of Norway, by Paul Watkins
Acclaimed writer Paul Watkins describes his spellbinding solo trek through the wilds of Norway's Rondane and Jutunheimen mountains, where he encounters valleys bordered by thousand-foot cliffs, roaring waterfalls wreathed in rainbows, blinding glaciers, and shimmering blue snowfields.
Welcome to the Goddamn Ice Cube: Chasing Fear and Finding Home in the Great White North, by Blair Braverman
A memoir of Braverman`s efforts to develop the strength and resilience to survive in the demanding landscapes of Norway and Alaska, and the violence she encounters along the way from both humans and the land itself.
TRAVEL GUIDES
A staple in the WPL travel collection, DK Eyewitness travel guides have suggestions on where to stay, what to eat, and sites you can visit if you`re on a budget or traveling with children. Their recommendations for Norway include the Lofotr Viking Festival, the Norway Resistance Museum, & Rondane National Park.
If you`re interested in exploring other Scandinavian countries, this Lonely Planet guide is the one for you. Besides recommendations on where to eat and stay, Lonely Planet also provides information on time zones, public holidays, available Wi-fi, and websites for LGBTQ travelers.
111 Places in Iceland that You Shouldn't Miss, by Kai Oidtmann
This book is perfect for the traveler who prefers sites that are off the beaten path, along with some history about the sites. Suggestions include The Silfra Fissure and the Imagine Peace Tower.
Lonely Planet Cruise Ports: Scandinavia & Northern Europe
For those of you who prefer ocean travel, try this guide to the cruise ports of Scandinavia & Northern Europe. You`ll get recommendations on the best places to go when you only have one day in port and want to make the most of your time on land.
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