Small Group Travel Blog: Expert Travel Tips, Destination Guides & Tour Advice

Welcome to the Small Group Tours by The Traveling Professor travel blog, featuring expert travel tips, destination guides, cruise advice, packing suggestions, airfare strategies, and first-hand insights from more than 17 years of planning small group tours.

Our articles are written for travelers who want more than ordinary sightseeing. Whether you are planning a trip to Europe, Canada, South America, Iceland, Scotland, Ireland, Italy, France, Peru, or a luxury river cruise, our goal is to help you travel smarter, more comfortably, and with greater confidence.

Since 2009, Small Group Tours by The Traveling Professor has helped solo travelers, couples, and friends enjoy carefully planned, adults-only small group tours with quality hotels, expert local guides, thoughtful pacing, and personal service from real travel professionals who know our destinations inside and out.

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Archive by category: Norway and Iceland Destination GuideReturn

25Aug

Favorite Small, Under the Radar Towns in Europe

25 Aug, 2025 | Flam, Borganes, St Andrews, Bassano del Grapp | Norway and Iceland Destination Guide, Scotland Travel Guide, Italy Travel Destination Guide | View Counts (748)

Discover The Traveling Professor’s favorite small towns in Europe—Flam, Bassano del Grappa, Borganes, and St. Andrews—off-the-beaten-path gems offering stunning scenery, rich history, and authentic charm, perfect for small group tours and travelers seeking unique European experiences.

19Aug

Foods to Eat in Norway

19 Aug, 2025 | Norway, Bergen, Oslo, Flam, Food | Norway and Iceland Destination Guide | View Counts (834)

Discover the best foods to eat in Norway, from open-faced roast beef sandwiches and traditional pølse hot dogs to creamy milkshakes and Norwegian pancakes with jam. Experience authentic flavors enjoyed by The Traveling Professor on tours through Oslo, Flam, and Bergen.

12Aug

Top Things to Do in Iceland: Pro Tips from The Traveling Professor

12 Aug, 2025 | Iceland, Northern Lights, Iceland Hotels | Norway and Iceland Destination Guide | View Counts (668)

The Traveling Professor shares expert tips from over 12 years of bringing his small group tours to Iceland, highlighting top experiences like the Reykjavik City Walk, South Coast and Golden Circle tours, Blue Lagoon, Northern Lights, and staying at the charming Holt Hotel.

06Aug

Witness the 2026 Total Solar Eclipse on a Small Group Tour in Iceland

06 Aug, 2025 | Iceland, Solar Eclipse | Norway and Iceland Destination Guide | View Counts (623)

Join our small group tour to Iceland for the rare 2026 total solar eclipse. Enjoy expert-led viewing, stunning landscapes, and cultural highlights—all in a low-stress, immersive experience with a small group of 10-14 travelers.

04Aug

The Ultimate Copenhagen Travel Guide: What to Do, Where to Stay, and Where to Eat

04 Aug, 2025 | Copenhagen | Norway and Iceland Destination Guide | View Counts (914)

Copenhagen, the charming capital of Denmark, is one of our top destinations for a 3–5 day European getaway. With its walkable streets, stunning architecture, efficient public transportation, excellent hotels, and incredible dining scene, it’s no wonder we keep coming back. Whether it’s your first time visiting or a return trip, this guide will help you discover the best things to do, places to stay, and where to eat in Copenhagen.

30Jul

Why Visit Iceland? Here’s Why Travelers Are Obsessed With the Land of Fire and Ice

30 Jul, 2025 | Iceland, Northern Lights | Norway and Iceland Destination Guide | View Counts (659)

Explore Iceland’s stunning landscapes and cultural gems on a small group tour with The Traveling Professor. Highlights include the Golden Circle, South Coast, Blue Lagoon, whale watching, Reykjavik, and the Northern Lights. With expert planning and smart travel tips, you’ll experience Iceland’s magic comfortably, affordably, and without the stress of going it alone.

09Jul

How to See the Best Northern Lights in Iceland

09 Jul, 2025 | Iceland, Northern Lights | Norway and Iceland Destination Guide | View Counts (1767)

One of the most spectacular sights in nature is the Northern Lights. Because of it's location, Iceland is one of the best places to see the Northern Lights. See The Professor's tips on the how to's in viewing the big show in the sky.

About the Author

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.

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