Senja
Senja is often described as Norway in miniature and for good reason. I particularly loved the rugged western side of the island.
Møysalen
On a glorious day in July I hiked to the top of Møysalen (1262m), the highest peak in Vesterålen. It is a magnificent hike and one of the best day hikes in Norway. Indeed, it is definitely in the top 10 of the best hikes I’ve done so far.
Vesterålen
Vesterålen has it all: amazing scenery, majestic mountains, deep fjords and beautiful beaches. There is one thing Vesterålen does not have: tour buses full of tourists.
Lofoten
Lofoten has long been a destination on my bucket list, and now that I've had the chance to visit, I can't stop thinking about returning someday. There's truly no place like it.
Matmora
The hike to Matmora (788m) is one of the best hikes in Lofoten. The views from the top are breathtaking.
Munkebu Hut Hike
The hike to the Munkebu Hut is one of the top hikes in Lofoten. Unfortunately I didn't have time to make a push for Hermannsdalstinden. Even so it was one of the highlights of my trip.
Reine
Reine is one of the most picturesque villages in Lofoten. The hike to the top of Reinebringen is one of the most popular hikes in Lofoten. It is so for a reason: The iconic views from the top are amazing.
Asian Medicine at the Musée Guimet
The Musée Guimet in Paris has organized a fascinating exhibition exploring the three great traditions of Asian medicine: Indian, Chinese and Tibetan.
Further Reading
The benefit of meditative walks. Cormac McCarthy’s tips on how to write a great science paper. Brain geometry. The history of rules. An infinite tiling pattern. Body-based units of measure in cultural evolution. And more.
Anna-Eva Bergman. Voyage vers l’intérieur
The excellent Anna-Eva Bergman retrospective at the Musée d’Art Moderne de Paris is a revelation. I instantly recognized a kindred spirit.
L'Argent dans l’Art
L’Argent dans l’Art (Money in Art) at La Monnaie de Paris is a fascinating exhibition that explores the relationship between art and money from antiquity to the present day.
Norman Foster at the Centre Pompidou
The Centre Pompidou has dedicated a large-scale exhibition to Norman Foster, whose work has become synonymous with high-tech architecture. It is a dense and invigorating show.