One of Norway's best-kept secrets, the island town of Nøtterøy has an enviable location just an hour and a half from Oslo but is far enough away to still feel like you're in another world. It's a favourite summer destination for Norwegians living in bigger cities and is the perfect location to slow down, relax, and spend time out in the sunshine on the water. The nearest city is Tønsberg, Norway's oldest town, and locals regularly make the ten-minute drive over to enjoy the social scene and meet up with friends for a night on the town. Both Nøtterøy and Tønsberg are part of the Vestfold viking trail, and there's a lot of history in the area--from excavated burial grounds with an intact viking ship to World War II forts.