A few weeks ago, I went on a weekend trip to Trysil, the largest ski resort in Norway. Located about 200 km (2.5 hours by car) northeast of Oslo, the resort is run by Skistar and occupies the Trysilfjellet mountain. Radisson Blu Resort, Trysil We stayed at the Radisson Blu Resort behind the Tourist Centre […] The post Trysil, Norway’s ultimate ski destination appeared first on Reason For...

A few weeks ago, I went on a weekend trip to Trysil, the largest ski resort in Norway. Located about 200 km (2.5 hours by car) northeast of Oslo, the resort is run by Skistar and occupies the Trysilfjellet mountain.

Radisson Blu Resort, Trysil

We stayed at the Radisson Blu Resort behind the Tourist Centre for the duration of our time in Trysil and found the location extremely convenient, as there was only a short walk to the ski lifts and buses to the downtown area. Most of the rooms have a nice view of the slopes outside.

The hotel has several restaurants on its premises, as well as facilities such as spa, swimming pool, and bowling alley. On the right side of the lobby, there is a large ski shop for guests’ last-minute ski needs. Between the bar and the reception, there is a large lounge area as well as a round table with a fire pit in the centre.

Downtown Trysil

Though there are buses from downtown Trysil to the slopes, their running times are limited and are mostly designed to get you to the slopes and back. Since Trysil is a ski town, there is not much to do here other than snow sports. The downtown area was mostly devoid of activity but can be worth a trip if you want different food than that offered at the mountain hotels.

Trysil City Hall

Trysil Ski Museum

We stopped by Trysil Hotel to check out the microbrewery located there, but it seemed like the workers had gone skiing.

The microbrewery inside Trysil Hotel

Because of the later sunrise and earlier sunset during the ski season, skiing in Norway ends earlier than in many other ski destinations. Around 4 PM, the on-mountain pubs begin to fill with people in ski gear looking to unwind after a day in the slopes. This Norwegian “afterski” closely resembles clubbing, just in the afternoon and with ski gear.

Overall, I had a nice time in Trysil but wish that I could ski better so that I could fully enjoy the resort. There are plenty more things to do here in the summer as well, so I could imagine returning then

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This post contains affiliate links. The snow has finally thawed, marking the arrival of spring in Oslo. This blazer from Ralph Lauren is great for this time of the year because it is versatile enough to dress up a simple t-shirt or add personality to a preppy outfit. Paired with a beret, it lends a […] The post Red, white & blue appeared first on Reason For...

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The snow has finally thawed, marking the arrival of spring in Oslo. This blazer from Ralph Lauren is great for this time of the year because it is versatile enough to dress up a simple t-shirt or add personality to a preppy outfit. Paired with a beret, it lends a French feel and is great for sunny days that are not warm enough for a dress.

Photos by Clean Shot Photography – Eivind Nilsen

Beret: H&M
Blazer: Ralph Lauren
Trousers: Ivanka Trump

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Enjoy the rest of your week!

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“Created by nature, inspired by fire” Fire played a vital role to the Vikings, not only for survival purposes like meal preparation, but also in discussions, folklore, and even death. Viking funerals often involved cremation, whether the dead were buried in the ground or sent out into the open sea. At the heart of Stavanger, […] The post The FireLake experience appeared first on Reason For...

“Created by nature, inspired by fire”

Fire played a vital role to the Vikings, not only for survival purposes like meal preparation, but also in discussions, folklore, and even death. Viking funerals often involved cremation, whether the dead were buried in the ground or sent out into the open sea. At the heart of Stavanger, where the Vikings once roamed, FireLake Grill House returns to these roots by providing a unique grill experience that encourages amicable conversation and familial sharing.

“Connecting ancient Norwegian food culture to you”

You can tell that FireLake takes pride in its vision because the staff takes time to explain the restaurant concept to you—how everything, from the name to the menu items to the portions, revolves around the idea of fire uniting people. Here, you can really take time to enjoy your meal and your company.

Viking “Mjød” bread was traditionally made from water, spices and honey.

Hand-picked limousin sirloin and 12-hour brisket with smoked chili mayonnaise

From the impeccable service to the delectable taste and presentation of food, FireLake provides an outstanding experience for locals and visitors to Stavanger alike. I highly recommend the 12-hour brisket with FireLake rub (pictured above).

If I ever visit Stavanger again, FireLake is definitely a stop I will make!

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Hope you are all having a fabulous week! 🙂 As promised, here are some pictures and thoughts from my trip to Stavanger 😉 Stavanger is a compact, coastal city. The water lends an atmosphere of leisure to the city and provides a calming presence as you walk around the shops and restaurants. You can get […] The post Snapshots from Stavanger appeared first on Reason For...

Hope you are all having a fabulous week! As promised, here are some pictures and thoughts from my trip to Stavanger

Stavanger is a compact, coastal city. The water lends an atmosphere of leisure to the city and provides a calming presence as you walk around the shops and restaurants.

You can get a great view of the town and harbour from Valbergtårnet (Valberg tower). Strategically situated on a hilltop at the centre of the city, the tower was where watchmen would keep a lookout for fires and alert the townspeople. Now, it is home to the Watchmen’s Museum.

Stavanger is known as the oil capital of Norway. The lucrative petroleum and energy sector attract people from around the world to this region, resulting in a multicultural city. Because of this strong connection to oil, the Norwegian Oil Museum is located here.

Things to keep in mind:

• The west coast of Norway is notorious for rain. Stavanger is no exception. Be ready for your umbrella to break (as mine did) in the strong wind.
• You have to strongly indicate that you want to take a bus. The driver will not slow down if you do not wave to him as soon as you see the bus approach the stop.

Enjoy your weekend!

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Is it just me or does March always seem to fly by? Here is a recap of my month in pictures: Trip to Stavanger I spent last week in Stavanger and enjoyed exploring the city centre as well as nearby towns! More information (and pics!) to come 😉   Our 2nd wedding anniversary We celebrated […] The post Life updates appeared first on Reason For...

Is it just me or does March always seem to fly by? Here is a recap of my month in pictures:

Trip to Stavanger

I spent last week in Stavanger and enjoyed exploring the city centre as well as nearby towns! More information (and pics!) to come

Our 2nd wedding anniversary

We celebrated the occasion with a nice dinner with two other married couples

Many Norwegians take this whole week off as Easter holiday and try to get in their last ski trips before ski lifts close for the summer. While I will not be skiing this year, I still greatly look forward to Easter because it means that the snow is melting and spring is coming!

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This post contains affiliate links. Hair and makeup by Fabiana Perfumes are sensuous, invisible accessories that add the finishing touch to an outfit. Just as having great style is more than having a wardrobe full of clothes, so having a signature scent is more than putting on a perfume diligently everyday. For as long as […] The post An ode to the Good Girl appeared first on Reason For...

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Perfumes are sensuous, invisible accessories that add the finishing touch to an outfit. Just as having great style is more than having a wardrobe full of clothes, so having a signature scent is more than putting on a perfume diligently everyday.

For as long as I can remember, my mother had used a small spritz of Escape by Calvin Klein as the finale of her makeup routine. She liked the fruity, floral notes of mandarin, apricot, and ylang ylang, mixed with a base of vanilla and sandalwood – a crisp, refreshing scent that was welcoming but not overwhelming and lingered throughout the day. She was such an adherent to the perfume that she bought a bottle whenever she travelled. Unfortunately, it was discontinued several years ago and became increasingly harder to find in stores. It felt like the end of an era when she settled for Chanel N°5 as a replacement because I had grown so accustomed to her old signature scent, which captured her daydreaming personality.

The crowning moment of womanhood is choosing a signature scent that embodies who you are and who you want to be. After some years of sampling fragrances in department stores and looking at their various campaigns, I have finally found my signature scent: Good Girl by Carolina Herrera.

The vision

Perfume is an accessory. As with Couture, creating a scent is a long and thoughtful process. GOOD GIRL’s fragrance is inspired by Carolina Herrera’s unique vision of the modern woman: audacious, sexy, elegant and enigmatic. Forever pushing and crossing the limits.

Powerful, playful and a lady on the edge, the GOOD GIRL is never afraid to be herself, challenging the expectations of everyone she meets. Her magnetic sensuality captivates men and women alike as she knows exactly where and when to reveal her true self.

The name

Like the city of New York itself, GOOD GIRL is bold, powerful and daring. In a town where everything is possible, GOOD GIRL empowers women to be their total self and to make the city their own.

The fragrance

The complex duality of modern femininity is captured in this sophisticated yet multifaceted women’s perfume […] with the luminous facet of tuberose and best quality Sambac Jasmine contrasted with the dangerously addictive notes of roasted tonka beans and Cocoa.

The bottle

Heels are the ultimate symbol of power, igniting passions with their extreme sensuality. Completing that ‘femme fatale’ look, the GOOD GIRL bottle defies the laws of earthly attraction, combining haute couture aesthetics with technical expertise. If you give a girl the right shoe, she can conquer the world.

The beautiful bottle can really add flair and personality when displayed on your vanity or night stand.

The campaign

Inspired by Herrera de Baez, embodied by Karlie Kloss and immortalized by Mario Testino, GOOD GIRL is showing the world what the power of femininity looks like, smells like, feels like… In this campaign, Testino brings a third dimension to the concept of duality by casting a light on the mystery of woman and putting her true self on display.

Get the fragrance

You cannot go wrong when gifting someone their signature scent – it shows that you notice and appreciate the finer subtleties of their being!

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