Choosing local gives something back to the places you visit while making your journey more authentic.
How to support local communities
Travelling and buying from local businesses, guides, food producers, artists, fishermen, and family-run accommodations all help shape the Arctic experience.
In this way you also help to ensure that tourism contributes positively to communities throughout Arctic Norway.
See our list of recommendations on how to travel around in Arctic Norway:
1. Prioritise Local and Seasonal Food
Food is part of understanding a place, and this is how you do it:
- Visit local cafés and restaurants
- Learn the stories behind local food traditions
- Try local seafood and Arctic ingredients
- Choose seasonal dishes
2. Choose Locally Provided Experiences
Local guides and businesses often offer deeper knowledge and stronger connections to the places you visit.
- Book activities with local providers
- Ask about local culture and traditions
- Support family-owned businesses
- Value authenticity over convenience
3. Buy Local Products and Services
The best souvenirs often carry a story connected to the places you visit and is produced locally.
- Choose locally made crafts and products
- Visit small local shops
- Support artists and local producers
PREPARED & AWARE
Nature in the Arctic can change quickly, and conditions that seem familiar may behave very differently here. Good preparation, proper clothing, local knowledge, and respect for weather and road conditions are essential for safe travel.
In the Arctic, staying informed is part of staying safe.
