23 Feb
Arctic fun facts
17 May
11 Fun Facts about Walruses
Large, majestic and ever so slightly odd, the walrus is a magnificent creature that’s fascinated many of us over the decades! In fact, it’s popped up in all kinds of pop culture over the years – but how much do we really know about these tusked beasts of the Arctic? Here are some fun facts …
13 Jan
14 Absolutely Freezing Facts About Alaska
It’s chilly up north – and if you’re a resident of Alaska, US, you’ll probably have some form of way of beating back the chill. Did you know Alaska is actually the biggest state in the US on sheer landmass alone? Here are some more fun facts about Alaska to help warm you up… 1. …
21 Nov
12 Nice Facts About Norway
Norway is one of the most popular Scandinavian countries for tourists, and the citizens seem to love it here, too! It’s widely regarded as one of the happiest places on Earth – move aside, Disneyland! Norway is the land of Vikings, longboats, and a taxation system that seems to serve the citizens well! There’s more …
19 Nov
13 Glorious Facts About Glaciers
Glaciers are truly curious natural phenomena – they come around as a result of water turning to ice in the natural world, and can even move when they are completely frozen solid! They are truly breath-taking to witness. Here’s a few fun facts about glaciers to help clue you in on what they might be …
17 Oct
14 Glorious Facts About Greenland
Before you set off to see the Northern Lights, take a look at these 14 fun facts about Greenland! 1. Greenland is actually the property of Denmark. Greenland is a Danish territory between the North Atlantic and Arctic Oceans. Its nearest neighbours are Canada to the west, Svalbard to the east and Norway, Iceland, United Kingdom and Ireland to the southeast. 2. Here’s how to …
18 Sep
11 Amazing Facts About The Arctic
If you think it gets cold where you live in the winter months, spare a thought for those who end up trekking through the Arctic! This chilly, white place is a symbol of the very outer reaches of our planet. But how much do you really know about the Arctic? Do people live there? Is …
3 Aug
18 Sensational Facts About Sweden
Located in Scandinavia bang in-between Norway and Finland, Here’s 18 fun facts about Sweden… 1. Sweden is more than just a country. Sweden is a Scandinavian country in Northern Europe, with thousands of tiny islands surrounding the mainland. 2. What are people from here called? Residents here are known as ‘Swedes’ (noun), or ‘Swedish’ (adjective). …
29 Jul
12 Amazing Facts About Arctic Foxes
Arctic foxes are incredible animals that can survive extreme cold temperatures. Arctic foxes are also one of the popular animals among Arctic travellers. These foxes gain instant popularity due to their playful nature. What makes these small animals so remarkable? Here are some fun facts about Arctic foxes. 1. Their fur is a heat regulator. …
12 May
18 Fascinating Facts About Finland
Looking to boost your knowledge of Europe and increase your chance of winning the next pub quiz? Why not start off with these 18 fun facts about Finland! 1. Fascinating – but freezing! Finland is a stunningly beautiful country in Northern Europe. A quarter of Finland is actually within the Arctic Circle! Amazing! 2. Finland …
5 Apr
13 Playful Facts About Polar Bears
Polar bears are some of the most inspiring animals in the world, but how much do you know about them? You’re about to find out some fun facts about polar bears to answer that in under 2 minutes… 1. Polar bears aren’t to be tangled with! Polar bears are the largest land-based carnivores in the …
3 Apr
20 Captivating Facts About Canada
Looking to boost your knowledge of the big wide world and better your chance of being crowned the next geography quiz champion? Why not start with these fun facts about Canada! 1. Canada’s name has incredible origins. The word ‘Canada’ itself comes from the word Kanata, which means ‘settlement’ or ‘village’ in the language of …
22 Feb