Svalbard in Norway is one of the world’s last frontiers. It’s a paradise for genuine adventurers, but not without risks. A tour guide shot recently a polar bear on Storøya on the northeast side of Svalbard (31 July 2006). It was claimed to be in self-defence, and done to protect tourists from the aggressive bear.

For many travellers from around the world, the trolls in Norway capital main street Karl Johan`s gate, draw a lot of attention. I guess many wonder: what are the amazing creatures doing here? Are they guarding the Norwegians, or are they trying to scare away foreign visitors? By looking at their great smile, it`s more likely that the trolls are greeting nice visitors. But just to let you know: a troll is a fearsome member of a mythical anthropomorphic race from Norwegian folklore.

In Finland it isn't a better way to solve problems and conflicts than in a hot sauna. The Finnish European Union Enlargement Commissioner Olli Rehn's recently suggested that Turkey and Greek should be brought together for peace talk in a sauna. It's also a place where people do business and make friendship. As the Indians in northern America smoke peace pipe, the Finns make peace in saunas. It's their way of life.

The Frogner Park, called Frognerparken in Norwegian, is the Norwegian capital Oslo`s green lung and play ground for both adults and children. The beautiful park exhibit sculptures of mankind. There are plenty of opportunies for picnic, partying, jogging, playing football, frisbee and more. Here you can experience the Norwegians culture and lifestyle at the fullest. This summer has been great, and a pulsating life has been going on from early morning to late night.

Just one kilometres from the summer cottage I stayed in, a local told me that he had observed a big bear when it crossed his way. Another person told me that he had shot a big bear in the area previous year. In Finland`s 12 wilderness areas, which together cover 15,000 sq. km of land area, there are plenty of opportunities for wild adventures in natural sourundings.

Wether is summer or winter, the Finns like it hot. Sauna is thought to be beneficial physically for many reasons, such as increased blood circulation, flushing of impurities by sweating, raised pulse and metabolic rate. But it is also considered to have a number of emotional benefits as well, partly because of its ritual social aspect, especially when it comes to nudity. Most political issues are also solved in sauna. For the Finns the sauna is the most important place to meet and discuss things that`s really matters.

On 8 July 2006 the Tangaro expedition reached its target. Tangaroas sailing across the Pacific has turned out well without conflicts, dramatic situations or accidents. The men on the raft say they are better friends now than when they started. Their goal was to sail the same route as the world famous Norwegian, Thor Heyerdahl did, when he crossed the ocean with his raft Kon-Tiki in 1947.

For 65 years ago the world famous Norwegian adventurer and scientist Thor Heyerdahl's launched a theory that the remote Easter Island was populated by people from South America. In recent time a study of DNA in the Pacific, conducted by Erika Hagelberg, a geneticist at the University of Oslo, indicates that the people who live on the island Rapa Nui, or more known as the Easter Island, are descents from Asia. This is island is famous for it hundreds of giant, stone statues. They are the only remains here of one of the most amazing cultures and stonework that the world has ever seen.

Stories are an important part of the Bedouins culture. They are the majority of Jordan's population. Their great hospitality is something you never forget. Over all, I and my guide Ibrahim become invited by local people in tents for tea and resting in the shadow. I enjoyed being with Bedouins to picnics, joining Bedouin Whiskey parties, participating in Bedouin traditional dances, and drinking tea with people in the tents. Especially I become fascinated by all the stories I heard. You shall hear many things before your ears fell off.

In the Bible, Sodom and Gomorrah were two cities destroyed by God for their sins. For they who have doubted: it the discovery probably will prove that the Bible is real! The found was done for 3 months ago in Jordan, and hopefully more excavation will confirm what the researchers believe.

Goa is world famous for its idyllic beaches. Besides beaches, Goa is also known for its world heritage architecture including the Bom Jesus Basilica. Goa also has rich flora and fauna, especially in the Western Ghats range, which are classified as a biodiversity hotspot. For they who have time, there are plenty of opportunities for different kind of adventures in Goa.

Debate has raged for many years over the truth behind Robin Hood. In 1992 it was made discovery that supported they who believe he was a real person. Now researchers assume that they have unearthed what was Robin Hood`s home at the time he lived, and its located near the city he has been mostly associated with, Nottingham in England.

The natural beauty of Yunnan Province is a wonderland for adventure travellers. It has snow-capped mountain ranges and glaciers, deep virgin forests, lakes and hot springs, alpine landscapes, deep valleys, beautiful farmlands, mountain rivers and valley streams, floral splendour that blooms throughout the year, and vast skies with amazing clouds. I some part of the landscape in Yunnan there are many rare and endangered species of plants and animals. Yunnan has also a remarkable high concentration of ethnic diversity. Among the country's 56 ethnic groups, 25 are found in Yunnan. Some 38.07% of the province's population are members of minorities including the Yi, Bai, Hani, Zhuang, Dai, Miao, Lisu, Hui, Lahu, Wa, Naxi, Yao, Tibetan, Jingpo, Bulang, Pumi, Nu, Achang, Jinuo, Mongolian, Drung, Manchu, Shui, and Buyi. Ancient wonders, beautiful parks and temples can also be admired.

Ever since St. Paul was shipwrecked in Malta religion has been central for the Maltese people. This is evident by the hundreds of churches and chapels scattered throughout the islands of Malta and Gozo. Many of these magnificent structures were built hundreds of years ago. The Maltese know how to celebrates their saints. As I could observe, the Maltese Fireworks Festival in the Grand Harbour in the capital Valletta on the 29th and 30th of April 2006, was a spectacular show, but it was just the beginning for something more: the coming months villages and towns of Malta and Gozo will celebrate the feast of their patron saints. Here churces and cathedrals play an important rolle for the locals.

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