Lom Stave Church

One of the highlights of our trip to Norway last summer was visiting the town of Lom and the beautiful Lom Stave Church. Stave churches are medieval wooden churches constructed in the post and beam style. This old style of church is unique to the northwestern region of Europe and there are not many left.

Lom Stave Church is one of the most beautiful stave churches in Norway. Dating back to the mid-12th century, the church boasts the largest collection of paintings of any church in Norway. The oldest parts of the church were built in Romanesque-style and it was completely rebuilt to cruciform during the 1600s.

The area around Lom and the Stave Church is absolutely stunning. We rented a cabin with bunk beds for the kids, and where we could cook our own meals. There was lots of hiking around the area and trails for lovely walks.

Have you visited Norway? What was the highlight for you?


-Wendy

Vacation Packing Tips

When packing for a vacation, packing less is always best. Resist the temptation to pack your entire wardrobe and consider only bringing a carry-on.

Opting for a carry-on only is a great way to save money, time and potentially reduce stress. Some airlines now charge for checked baggage, so you avoid this extra cost by going with a carry-on. You also save time as you can walk right off the plane and into a new city, rather than having to wait to pick up your luggage. Further, you don't have to worry about any lost baggage!

When opting for carry-on only, don't forget to ensure that your liquids are the right sizes and properly packed.

Summer Flowers in the Baltics

One of my favourite things about traveling through the Baltics was the little markets that you find throughout Baltic cities along the side of the road. Some markets feature rows of beautiful flowers. Others sell fruit, vegetables and delicious treats, as well as local crafts and artwork. If you rent an apartment, a bouqet of tulips is a lovely way to make it feel a little more home-y.

-Wendy