Why Scandinavians Adore the Outdoors: The Strategy of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, nature isn’t just an area to go to—it’s a way of life. The Norwegian word friluftsliv (pronounced cost-free-loofts-liv), which translates approximately to “open-air everyday living,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared throughout Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about staying outside, usually in straight