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Longyearbyen Travel Tips: A practical guide | Gjestehuset 102
Here are some travel tips you should have in mind when travelling to Svalbard!
Read MoreChristmas at Gjestehuset 102 | Multicultural Christmas dinner | Gjestehuset 102
Our Christmas celebration has been extra special with our staff, guests, and a few visitors together at the table. We had a CHRISTMAS BUFFET DINNER- with a "twist"!
Read More8 Reasons to visit Svalbard in the dark season
Are you thinking of visiting the northernmost inhabited town in the world, but still needs a little more convincing? Here are reasons why you should definitely come and visit Svalbard...
Read More10 Best Things to do when visiting during Summer
Summer in Svalbard is highlighted by the midnight sun, which dominates the sky for about 4 months. Here are the things you should not miss when you visit Svalbard during...
Read More10 Things to do in the Polar Night
Much to one’s amusement, there are still quite a few you can do during the dark season. Here are 10 things you can do in the polar night.
Read MoreNorthern Lights and Whys
Angie of Gjestehuset 102 tells us more about the fascinating Aurora Borealis!
Read MoreThe Blue Hour
THE BLUE HOUR in Longyearbyen The thing that keeps locals so excitedly on the month of February is the Blue Hour. Yep, that’s right, not Valentine’s day, not any other...
Read MoreSvalbard Ski Marathon
Ensure your spot on the biggest event of the year! Accommodation for 2024 now open for booking on our website.
Read MoreFacts about Longyearbyen
What do you know about the northernmost inhabited part of the world?
Read MoreGjestehuset 102 Julekalender 2022: 25 days of Christmas giveaways
We want to make our guests' holiday even more special. Here comes this year's Julekalender- 25 days of Christmas giveaways. The main giveaways are a daytrip for 2, and a...
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