David Nikel

Fast airport links, modern cruise terminals and a prime location make Copenhagen an ideal starting point for Baltic and Norwegian fjords cruises.

Northern Norway is one of Europe's most spectacular travel regions, but many visitors underestimate its size, seasons, weather, and sheer variety.

Baltic cruise itineraries are filled with attractive old towns, medieval streets and grand waterfronts. Helsinki offers something different.

Leknes may not be the most beautiful place in Lofoten, but for many travellers it could be one of the most useful.

Researchers have found unexpectedly high levels of environmental pollutants in trout from Lake Gjende. Melting glaciers may be releasing pollution stored in the ice decades ago.

My recent cruise call in Stockholm began with an early walk through Gamla Stan, the city's old town. Before the tour groups arrived, its cobbled lanes were quiet enough to explore at an unhurried pace.

Sailing through the Stockholm archipelago is one of the great Baltic cruise experiences, with islands, summer homes and sea views lasting for hours.

Barcelona is preparing to impose its maximum municipal tourism surcharge on cruise passengers making short port calls, potentially raising the total charge to 30 euros (approximately $34) per person.

At first glance, it looks like an ordinary stone plaza. But look closer and you'll discover tens of thousands of tiny green people holding it up.

Helsinki’s Oodi Central Library combines striking Nordic architecture with workshops, studios, meeting spaces and a public living room open to everyone.