Anders Westlund
I've been working in the travel and hospitality industry almost my whole life. Born in Bodø, and growing up both in the north of Norway as well as living most of my life in the south, I have come to love all that Norway has to offer. i love to travel and discover new places, and new cultures.
How did you get involved in travel?
"I've always had an interest in traveling since I was a kid. I got into the hospitality industry at a young age and ended up going to a Swiss Hotel Management school to get my degree in hospitality/tourism. After that I've worked in hotels both in Norway as well as abroad. After getting my advanced diver certificate and private pilot license, I have found new ways to discover new places cultures, and people."
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"Me and my wife driving around Italy one summer. We had no plans for what or where we wanted to go, we just drove around, and when we didn't want to travel anymore, we found a campsite and spent 1-2 nights before driving to new places. Ended up with one of our most fun vacations."
Anders's favorite itineraries and travel advice
Top itineraries and travel advice
With 10 days to explore nearly 60,000 miles of coastline, you'll want to ensure you're equipped with a plan to tackle Norway's wide-ranging scenery, wildlife, and culture. If...
Steer a relaxing weeklong course through the highs and lows of Norway's spectacular landscapes: from the dizzying zig-zag heights of the Trollstigen (Troll's Ladder) to the...
Family itineraries
Luxury itineraries
Road trip itineraries
Favorite experiences
Tromsø Fjord & Wildlife Cruise
Discover the beauty of Tromsøfjord and the area wildlife on this cruise aboard a silent hybrid-electric ship, which minimizes nature disturbances and amplifies your experience. From the fish in the sea to the birds above, you’ll observe different species from inside warm lounges and panoramic...
Viking Heritage Walk
Let a local help you discover Bergen's historic Alrekstaðir, the Norse King's residence during the kingdom of Norway. The old estate sits dramatically at the base of Ulriken, one of the seven mountains surrounding the city. You’ll first follow your guide through Bergen, exploring the cultural...
Explore Oslo's Hidden Gems
Oslo, the capital of Norway, is a city of endless possibilities. Located between the water and evergreen forests, it takes a mere 30 minutes to travel from one end to the other by metro. It's a metropolis known for its rich history and museums, some of which celebrate the macabre works of the...
Recent trip reviews for Anders
The stay in Bergen was too long, it should ha...
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Sep 29 - Oct 10, 2025
The stay in Bergen was too long, it should have been remove two night and the last boat experience wasn’t great, there was nothing to do or visit.
But overall all went good.
Excellent hotel choices and great drivers.
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Aug 28 - Sep 13, 2025
Hi Bob,
Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback! I’m really glad to hear you enjoyed your trip through Norway and Finland — and I couldn’t agree more, Lene is truly fantastic and will be thrilled to hear your kind words.
I’m also happy to hear the cider tasting in Balestrand converted you into a cider fan — that one tends to surprise people! 😊
Wishing you, Deborah, and Pat all the best on your future travels — and if Scandinavia ever calls again, we’d love to help plan your next adventure.
Warm regards,
Anders
Anders and the team were knowledgeable and ef...
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Aug 18 - Aug 27, 2025
Anders and the team were knowledgeable and efficiently mapped out a great trip for us. Definitely eliminated stress and hours of research for us.
Thank you so much for your kind words, Denise! 🌟 It was a real pleasure helping you plan your Norway adventure. I’m glad we could take the stress out of the process so you could simply enjoy the trip. Wishing you many more wonderful travels ahead — and hopefully, Norway will welcome you back again one day!
Best regards,
Anders
Local Know Where to Go
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Sep 12 - Sep 20, 2025
Hi David,
It was such a pleasure working with you, and I’m thrilled to hear the whole group had a terrific time exploring Northern Norway! Onga in Alta is a gem, and I agree — Lofoten is always worth lingering a few more days.
I hope our paths cross again when Norway (or the Nordics) calls you back for round three!
Warm regards,
Anders
Norway explorers
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Sep 1 - Sep 14, 2025
Hi Gregg,
Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your experience! I’m really glad to hear you had such an amazing time in Norway and that everything ran smoothly. It’s great to know that when a couple of small issues popped up, we were able to solve them quickly for you.
It was a pleasure to help plan your journey, and I’ll be sure to pass along your positive feedback to our local partners. We’d love to welcome you back to Norway anytime you’re ready for another adventure!
Warm regards,
Anders
Good KIm Kim self drive Norwegian holiday experience
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Aug 26 - Aug 30, 2025
Hi Norm,
Thank you so much for sharing your feedback and for traveling with us! I’m glad to hear you enjoyed your holiday in Norway and that our planning and follow-up worked well for you. It’s great to know the Viking Village, fjord cruise, and Flåm Railway all added memorable experiences to your trip.
It was a pleasure helping plan your journey, and Jacob and I both thank you for your kind words. Hopefully we can welcome you back to Norway again sometime in the future!
Best regards,
Anders
Bergen Fjords Trip
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Aug 27 - Aug 31, 2025
Theresa, thank you for the kind words—and I’m thrilled the hotel location made everything easy between activities. I’m really sorry your room wasn’t pristine at early check-in.
If there’s anything I can do post-trip, I’m here. And when you’re back in Norway, I’d love to plan the encore. 🙌
Best wishes,
Anders 🤩
Anders was very helpful each time i asked que...
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Jul 20 - Jul 30, 2025
Summer trip to Norway
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Jul 26 - Aug 2, 2025
Had a wonderful time in Tromsø and Svolvær. A big thank you to Anders, Finne, and Riccardo for all of their support throughout the planning process and during the trip!
Hi Paul,
Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 I’m glad to hear you had such a wonderful time in Tromsø and Svolvær. It was a pleasure working with you, and I’ll be sure to pass your thanks along to Finne and Riccardo as well.
Wishing you many more great adventures ahead — and hopefully we’ll see you back in Norway one day!
Best regards,
Anders
We used KimKim to help us plan a trip for fou...
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Jun 15 - Jun 26, 2025
Thank you so much, Tiffany! It was a true pleasure helping your group of 16 bring this trip to life. Traveling with multiple families and different needs isn't easy—but you made it a joy to plan for. We're especially glad everything ran smoothly and that the hotels and activities exceeded expectations!
Big thanks for your flexibility and collaboration throughout the process—and yes, those back-and-forth itinerary edits were all part of the magic. 😉 We'd love to welcome you back to Norway anytime!
Warm wishes,
Anders & the Kimkim Team