Why Scandinavians Love the outside: The Notion of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, character isn’t just a location to go to—it’s a way of lifestyle. The Norwegian word friluftsliv (pronounced no cost-loofts-liv), which interprets around to “open-air existence,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared across Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about being outdoor, generally in uncomplicated ap