Hi, I'm Elaine -

If you’ve found your way here, chances are you’re excited about a trip to the Nordics—but feeling a little overwhelmed by the planning. Maybe you’ve opened a dozen browser tabs, skimmed countless blogs, and still can’t figure out how to piece it all together. That’s exactly why I created The Nordic Travel Collective—to help travelers like you turn confusion into clarity with expert-guided, personalized Nordic travel planning that still puts you in control.

With over 25 years in the travel industry—much of that spent working with some of the top Nordic tour operators—I’ve helped design custom trips through Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, the Faroe Islands, and Greenland. I’ve worked with families, solo travelers, couples, and private groups to create experiences that go far beyond the tourist trail. My Scandinavian roots and working knowledge of Swedish give me a deep connection to the region, and I love weaving cultural storytelling, local insights, and scenic routes into every journey I design.

I’m not a travel agent—I’m your Nordic travel consultant. I create the personalized itinerary—you stay in control and book what works best for you. Got airline miles or hotel points to use? Awesome—use them. Prefer locking in non-refundable deals or choosing your own rail pass? Go for it. I give you the plan, and you book your adventure, your way.

What I do will be to craft a detailed, tailored day-by-day travel plan based on your interests, timeline, and budget—complete with trusted links to book hotels, tours, and transport—handpicked by me. You stay in full control, while I remove the guesswork. So if you’re dreaming of fjords, folklore, Northern Lights, or quiet mornings in a cabin with a sauna—you’re in the right place. Let’s craft a trip that’s truly yours.

- Elaine Nelson Peik