Why Scandinavians Really like the Outdoors: The Principle of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, character isn’t just a place to visit—it’s a way of lifestyle. The Norwegian phrase friluftsliv (pronounced absolutely free-loofts-liv), which interprets approximately to “open-air life,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared throughout Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about remaining outside, typically in