Scandinavia--Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Iceland, and Finland--is blessed with five distinct, yet related, cultures.

Learn about the stories behind the legends, about the countries, and most of all about the people.





"We sailed our ships to any shore that offered the best hope of booty; we feared no fellow on earth..."
Saga of Arrow-Odd

The Faroe Islands are governed by: 
Norway
Sweden
Denmark
Iceland
Finland
Correct answer?
Scandinavia 
Living Design

by Elizabeth Gaynor

A refreshing survey of Scandinavian architecture and interior design that takes readers from rugged Icelandic coasts to rural locales to snowy Norwegian forests to Danish farmland and on to cities like Copenhagen and Oslo. The author blends traditional and contemporary styles with emphasis on the rural culture from which they evolved.

Updated
August 22, 2004

AUTHOR'S BIO

Bob Brooke got his first taste of Scandinavia during a stopover in Finland on his way to and from Russia. Since then, he’s written about and researched the history and culture of this fascinating region.

As a writer, he finds Scandinavia fascinating, a treasure of endless subject matter. Over the last 17 years, he’s published over 3000 articles on a variety of international destinations, covering every aspect of their cultures, for many national and international newspapers and magazines, including Discover Mexico, Travel Mexico, Business Traveller(UK), Hispanic Magazine, The New York PostExecutive Traveler, among others. In researching material for his articles, he’s traveled to over 65 countries by every means and has stayed in all types of accommodations. A photographer as well, Brooke has captured the nuances that make each destination endearing to his readers.

For excellence in journalism, Westin Hotels honored him with the Real Award. He's also won the Pluma de Plata Mexicana, the highest award in journalism given by the Mexican Government, as well as being honored by the National Association of Hispanic Publications for the best article in 2002.

Come along with Bob Brooke as he explores all of Scandinavia. You’ll be glad you did.

 

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