Seek the northern lights with a top astronomer

We were at latitude 71º north, in the Barents Sea off Norway, when we got our first “Wow!” moment. No geomagnetic storm had been predicted, but there, around the stars of Cassiopeia, a greenish curtai

Cruising is probably not on the shortlist when you think of a mini-break abroad. But suppose you could sail from the UK, visit four contrasting destinations, and still be home within a week? I’m soaki

Stunning scenery, fascinating history and plenty of cinnamon buns – a Viking cruise of Scandinavia was definitely a trip to remember

Located in northern Europe, with an easily explored compact centre, Bergen is a historic coastal gem. Surrounded by seven mountains, almost three million tourists a year flock to the city to hike in t

This week’s dream: a tall ship adventure in ...

Give airports the heave-ho and set sail for Norway or Scotland