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The Best Photography Locations in the Lofoten Islands

Lisa Michele Burns — Tue, 08 Jan 2019 20:39:59 +0000

A Guide to Photo Spots in the Lofoten Islands, Norway They’re rugged, wild and oh so beautiful. The Lofoten Islands are fast becoming one of the most popular destinations for photographers and this guide will show you all the best locations to capture the scenery from all angles. Whether you’re visiting for an adventure packed trip, hiking mountain peaks and kayaking fjords, or if you’re keen for a road trip exploring at your own pace, you’ll be wowed by all that Lofoten offers. Located in Northern Norway above the Arctic Circle, the Lofoten Islands are a snow covered wonderland in winter and a sparkling lush outdoor dream in summer. Ever changing weather will keep you and your camera occupied with bright blue skies, moody clouds and striking storms that show the full force of nature’s power. Some days you’ll have calm winds creating picture perfect reflections from every angle, others fierce winds will bring giant waves that are equally as photogenic. Be prepared for anything and you’ll love Lofoten. All of the images you see below in this guide were taken in March so expect to replace the snowy scenes with a lot more green in summer! As with all...

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Where to Stay for an Adventure in the Lofoten Islands

Lisa Michele Burns — Thu, 11 May 2017 14:28:30 +0000

Arriving down the snow covered driveway I could see the rolling waves of the Arctic Sea and fishing boats in the distance. As we opened the car doors the fresh salty air hit our faces and the sound of sea birds took over from the music we’d been listening to in the car. This was to be our home base while we explored the Lofoten Islands. The cosy Hattvika Lodge on the shores of Ballstad. There’s something so special about being by the sea, a calmness and clarity that the water instantly creates. Waking up to a view where fishing boats float by is definitely a nice way to start the day as you sip a warm tea and plan the adventures ahead! I had heard a lot about Hattvika Lodge from other photographers and as soon as I met the lodge’s owner Kristian, I immediately knew why it’s become so popular. His enthusiasm for the outdoors is contagious and he knows exactly where to send you to take amazing photos. Not to mention the lodge has all the equipment you’ll ever need to hike, kayak or sail your way around the Norwegian coastline. From Oru Kayaks to snow shoes...

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