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Independent on Sunday, 17th Apr 11

Now the thaw’s here, it’s a cool place to be

City Slicker: Oslo – Norway’s capital is at its best once the mercury rises. Beate Oera-Roderick has some suggestions for new and returning visitors. Read on

Norwegian Inflight #01 Feb 11

Copenhagen – a cyclist’s paradise

There’s no better way to explore Copenhagen than from the seat of a bike. Sights like Kastellet, Tivoli and Nyhavn are but a pedal push away, as is a spot of people-watching over a Carlsberg as you go along. Later this year, cycling’s Road World Championships is held in Copenhagen, confirming the city as the world’s most cycle-friendly capital.

Norwegian Inflight #05 Oct 10

Hackney – a village in the city

London’s Hackney is reinventing itself. From a poor East End area to a centre for trendy markets, unique shops and bustling restaurants. Young, cool Londoners flock here on weekends, and for good reason. It is time visitors discovered Hackney too.

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Seeing in the New Year in style in Vienna
www.simonseeks.com

Vienna is the perfect destination for New Year revellers on a budget, with free entertainment into the early hours and plenty of champagne or mulled wine to toast a stranger with.

(Winner of Simonseeks travel writing prize)

 
 
Norway on a budget
www.simonseeks.com

It’s a country known for fjords, midnight sun and blue-eyed blondes – and for extortionate prices, but don’t let that put you off. There are ways to see Norway on a budget.