NordicLife Culture + Taste + History + Events + Personalities A Grand Return After a major renovation, Oslo's iconic Grand Hotel is better than ever. Throughout 2016, updates were made to give the hotel a lighter and brighter look, while retaining its historic aesthetic. The hotel opened in 1874 and is known for hosting countless Nobel Peace Prize winners, dignitaries and entertainers, including Henrik Ibsen and Edvard Munch. Visit the new Othilia lobby bar for a cocktail, which features a new version of " The Scream " lit up in neon. To unwind, head to the Artesia Spa - one of Norway's most exclusive - for a dip in the heated pool and a relaxing massage. For a luxurious night's sleep, opt for one of the suites, such as the revamped Grand Penthouse Terrace Suite on the top floor. grand.no sonsofnorway.com VIKING JUNE 2017 7 PHOTO COURTESY OF GRAND HOTELhttp://www.grand.no http://www.sonsofnorway.com