Little is mentioned in historical records about the Sami people's origin. It`s the same with the mighty Vikings. Where did the Sami actual come from? When did the Sámi populate the northern Scandinavia areas? Did they live together with the Vikings? Or are the Vikings really descendants from them?

Two Norwegian women compete to be the first Norwegian woman on top of the world's highest mountain: Randi Skaug and Cecilie Skog. There are now on their way to the foot of Mount Everest.

Through the walking routes worked out by the European Ramblers Association, you have the opportunity to experience an incredible walk of life time. On the routes you can ascend so high up that you can see the tallest mountain in Western Europe, Mt. Blanc, on a clear day. But since you are in the area, and you have sufficient time, it's also possible to take an extra trip to the top.

Several theories have been made, but unexplained residual remains. After so many years with serious research work without any ultimate conclusion, we in Travel Explorations really wonder: would we ever find the truth about it? Maybe there is no explanation at all?

From one of the latest observations (13.11.2003): "Per was inside his house when he heard a sound outside. He saw no car or tractor outside. The sound was more like a snowmobile, but there is no snow in Hessdalen now. While he was looking out, he suddenly saw a small shiny light, moving fast from the north towards the south......."

Ray Yeritsian, an Armenian born Californian, will be attempting the "1924 Norton line" with variations on Everest this spring. The climb will be unsupported, solo, and without supplemental oxygen. He will also be attempting the summit of Cho Oyu in early April (2004).

"I had to endure a fierce storm with way too much sail on - quick sailing but in no way safe... " (Jan Moller). Some of his big challenges were:
- Damages on boat
- Collision with whale
- Electric fire
- The ultimate storm

Never before have arctic expeditions been more popular, and people do it in its most creative way. The polar action goes on! Some expeditions are for scientific purposes, others for personal challenge, fun and competitions. Here we bring an overview over some of the expeditions.

The first Dane and Scandinavian to sail single-handed and non-stop around the world in a sailboat became Jan Moller. After near six months he finally sat his foot on shore in the Danish capital Copenhagen.

But there has been detected some movement in the position. Rescue crew are now out in helicopters searching for her.

Mitch Seavey won back the Iditarod for the USA on Wednesday, completing the world's toughest dog sled race in nine days, 12 hours, 20 minutes and 22 seconds. He arrived on 16 March (2004) at 10:20:22 p.m. with 8 dogs.

Some crazy Norwegians do all the tricks on ski you wouldn't dare to try. Now you can see their breathtaking stunts that both shock and perhaps inspire you too, but it's not without risk……!

The great temple at Baalbeck or Heliopolis has stood since the beginning of Lebanon`s era when it was one of the wonders of the world. But so far is not the mystery how it was built solved? Anyway there are some incredible theories about the construction.

It`s also famous under the name Iditarod and take place in Alaska, USA. But it`s more than just a race.......

There has been no lifesign after the French-born, 43-year old Dominick Arduin. The search for her has begun.