Why Scandinavians Appreciate the outside: The Concept of Friluftsliv By Guss Woltmann
In Scandinavia, character isn’t just a place to visit—it’s a strategy for lifetime. The Norwegian phrase friluftsliv (pronounced totally free-loofts-liv), which translates roughly to “open up-air lifetime,” captures a deeply rooted cultural philosophy shared throughout Norway, Sweden, and Finland. It’s about staying outside, usually in