Why Scandinavians Love the outside: The Notion of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, mother nature isn’t just a place to visit—it’s a way of existence. The Norwegian word friluftsliv (pronounced totally free-loofts-liv), which interprets about to “open up-air daily life,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared across Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about getting outdoors, frequently in sim