Archive by category: Norway and Iceland Destination GuideReturn
Discover the top ten questions travelers ask about an Iceland Northern Lights tour, including the best time to visit, weather, packing, physical activity, solo travel, the Blue Lagoon and your chances of seeing the aurora.
Read More
An honest Traveling Professor guide to the best and worst places to visit in Europe, featuring overrated tourist traps and unforgettable gems in Ireland, Italy, Norway, and Paris.
Read More
Traveling Europe on a big bus, eating bad food, and standing in long lines? That’s not a vacation—that’s a group project. Learn how smart travelers avoid the crowds, skip the nonsense, and actually enjoy Europe.
Read More
After years of leading Norway small group tours, we share our favorite places to eat in Oslo—from casual food halls and local street food to scenic restaurants and elegant brunch spots loved by travelers.
Read More
Learn why 2026 is the best year to see the Northern Lights in Iceland. Understand how solar maximum increases aurora activity and why small group tours offer the highest chance of witnessing this unforgettable natural phenomenon.
Read More
Discover the best street foods from around the world with The Traveling Professor. From hot dogs in Oslo to gelato in Rome, these culinary adventures make each small group tour even more unforgettable.
Read More
Discover how to spend 3 unforgettable days in Ålesund, Norway. Explore its Art Nouveau architecture, climb to Aksla viewpoint, visit the Atlantic Sea-Park, and cruise the stunning Geirangerfjord — a perfect extension to The Traveling Professor’s Norway tour.
Read More
Discover the best things to do in Oslo, Norway with The Traveling Professor. Visit the Oslo Opera House, Munch Museum, Vigeland Park, and more on our Norway and the Fjords by Scenic Rail small group tour.
Read More
See Norway like never before on scenic train journeys with The Traveling Professor. From the iconic Bergen Line to the thrilling Flåmsbana Railway, our small group tours take you through majestic mountains, fjords, and valleys—offering breathtaking views and unforgettable adventures far from the tourist crowds.
Read More
Plan your 2026 Europe trip smarter by avoiding major public holidays in Iceland, Scotland, Norway, Austria, Italy, France, and Ireland. Skip crowds, closures, and high prices with our complete holiday calendar and travel tips.
Read More
Page 1 of 2 FirstPrevious [1]

Who Writes the Small Group Tour Blog?

Professor Steve Solosky, The Traveling Professor, is the founder of Small Group Tours by The Traveling Professor, operating since 2009. A former college professor and author of The Traveling Professor’s Guide to Paris, Steve has planned and led small group tours throughout Europe, Canada, South America, and beyond. His travel expertise has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, WCBS Radio, and The New York Times Travel Show.

Each article is written or reviewed from the perspective of a working tour operator who plans real itineraries, works with local guides and hotels, and helps travelers prepare for successful small group trips.

Receive destination ideas, travel tips, early tour announcements, and special offers from Small Group Tours by The Traveling Professor.

Since 2009 | IATA Accredited | JourneyWoman Partner | AmaWaterways Certified Advisor | Google Reviews | NTA Member