Svalbard Glaciers, Fjords & History
Explore Svalbard glaciers, fjords, and mining history from Longyearbyen. Seasonal tips and a guesthouse in the historic Nybyen quarter.
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Arctic Wildlife on Svalbard: What You Can See & How to Spot It
Reindeer, Arctic foxes, polar bears, walrus, and seabirds in Svalbard. Wildlife tips and a Longyearbyen guesthouse close to open terrain.
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Midnight Sun in Svalbard: When to See It & What to Do
The midnight sun lights up Svalbard 24/7 from mid-April to late August. Here’s when to see it, how to sleep, what to pack and the best things to do – from our team in Longyearbyen.
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Northern Lights in Svalbard
During the dark season, the Northern Lights are often visible in Longyearbyen. With limited light pollution in Nybyen, viewing conditions are usually good. On clear days, the sky remains dark enough to see the aurora throughout the day.
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Long-term Room Rental
Want to escape the busy life in the city and experience the peace and quiet of the polar night? We offer long-term rentals of our rooms during the dark season!
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Activities to do in Svalbard
Things to do in Svalbard At Gjestehuset 102, we want to help you make the most of your stay. On this page…
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8 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 during the dark season!
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Best things to do in the Summer | Travel Guide
Summer at 78° north is short, wild, and quietly magical, and it’s the easiest, friendliest time of year to visit. If you’re planning a trip to the Arctic, this guide pulls together everything we tell our guests: the best things to do in Svalbard in summer, what to pack, where to eat, and a few hidden gems most travelers miss.
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Northern Lights and Whys
Angie of Gjestehuset 102 tells us more about the fascinating Aurora Borealis!
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Facts about Longyearbyen
What do you know about the northernmost inhabited part of the world?
