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Best restaurants and where to eat in Tromsø

A bowl of orange soup with a loaf of bread and fresh basil

Nestled above the Arctic Circle, Tromsø surprises visitors with its vibrant culinary scene. From fresh-caught Arctic seafood to authentic Italian pasta, this northern Norwegian city offers an unexpected variety of dining experiences.

Dog Sledding during Autumn in Tromsø

Dog Sledding with Carts_photos by Enrico Tedeschi

Did you know that dog sledding on wheels is also possible from September on, while we wait for the snow to settle in Tromsø, Northern Norway? Imagine rolling through the crisp autumn air, surrounded by amazing fall colors, as a team of eager huskies pulls you along. This is the unique experience of dog sledding by carts between September and November in Tromsø. You don’t need snow to enjoy this thrilling adventure, this tour offers an exciting off-season alternative that allows you to connect with these amazing animals and the stunning Arctic landscape.

Best Arctic: Pioneering environmental sustainability with ISO 14001

ISO 14001

Understanding ISO 14001 ISO 14001 is an internationally recognized standard for environmental management systems (EMS) designed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). An EMS equipped with ISO 14001 guidelines allows an organization to monitor, manage, and control its environmental issues efficiently and holistically. Being ISO 14001 certified means that Best Arctic follows a systematic […]

Best Arctic delivers high-quality, Varde-certified tours in Northern Norway

Northern lights

What is Varde? Varde is a Norwegian national brand that, after careful evaluation and reporting to the company, certifies tourism experiences as high quality. Like equivalent European quality systems and standards, Varde goes through the entire customer journey for the product/activity/tour that the company wishes to certify as a “mystery guest”. Varde evaluates the following […]

10 cool facts about Norway and Norwegians that you didn’t know

Picture of two people doing cross-country skiing taken from the back with snow on the background

1. Friluftsliv: The Norwegian Love of the Outdoors Nature is a very important part of the Norwegian way of life. That is not surprising in a country like Norway with so many amazing sights and beautiful, untouched nature. With the rugged mountains, the beautiful snow, the majestic auroras and the glorious forests, it’s impossible not […]

The 10 best things to do in Tromsø, Norway in winter

Girl feeding a reindeer in Northern Norway

1. Go on a professional northern lights tour!  Tromsø is one of the best places on the whole planet to observe this phenomenon due to being placed in the middle of the constant aurora oval and benefiting from the microclimates created by the fjords and mountains. You can check all the different northern lights trips […]

Dog sledding tours in Tromsø, Norway – Ready, set, go!

People doing dog sledding with Best Arctic in Northern Norway

Besides being an exciting, thrilling and unforgettable activity, it is one of the best ways to experience the Arctic winter landscape. The tour starts with a pick-up at Radisson Blu Hotel at 08:45 am or 11:45 am, in Tromsø city center, with approximately one-hour transfer to the husky camp. Once there, you dress warm in […]

What is a Lavvu tent?

Photo of a Sami traditional tent

The lavvu served for centuries as portable housing for reindeer herders. This design has a documented history that reaches back at least 2,000 years. This traditional Sámi dwelling is similar to the Tipis of the North American Indians but is built lower to the ground to give the best protection possible against the arctic climate. […]

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