Norway is a land of fjords, folklore, and fascinating history, and there’s no better way to unearth it all than on a ...

Archaeologists in Norway have uncovered what might be the oldest known rune stone, pushing back the origins of runic writing ...

Learn about the Svingerud Stone, a runestone found in a Norwegian grave site that currently stands as the earliest written ...

Valhalla, the brief yet intriguing appearance of Erik the Red leaves many questions unanswered about his true legacy. While the series portrays Erik as a formidable leader in Greenland, the real story ...

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The Vikings are commonly viewed as the most noticeable Scandinavian contribution to global history. Indeed, the raiding and trading Vikings left their traces across Northern Europe and beyond, and the ...

Archaeologists have made pre-Viking Norse language discovery atgrave site containing pieces of stone inscribed with Germanic ...

Viking have introduced a new comprehensive Scandinavian voyage to their cruising repertoire. The 22-day Icons of the Viking ...

A cruise for history lovers? Holland America and The HISTORY Channel unveil exclusive voyages where travelers can experience history firsthand.

Holland America Line partners up with the HISTORY Channel to feature exclusive itineraries and experiences that focus on ...

President Trump signed an executive order Friday to establish a White House Faith Office in an effort to empower faith-based ...