Why Scandinavians Really like the Outdoors: The Strategy of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, mother nature isn’t just a spot to go to—it’s a technique for lifestyle. The Norwegian word friluftsliv (pronounced free of charge-loofts-liv), which translates roughly to “open up-air existence,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared throughout Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about staying outside, typic