Why Scandinavians Adore the outside: The Principle of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, character isn’t just a location to go to—it’s a strategy for everyday living. The Norwegian term friluftsliv (pronounced no cost-loofts-liv), which interprets around to “open-air lifestyle,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared throughout Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about staying outside, usually in