Our First Arrival: Nordkapp – The Emotional Beginning of Our Journey
After nearly three years of planning, dreaming, and preparing, today marks a milestone for us. Our first arrival. I am surprised how deeply this moment has affected me. We both have been meticulously crafting this travel lifestyle, our RV and this maiden voyage for so long, and now, standing here at Nordkapp, the emotions are overwhelming.
Nordkapp — the northernmost point of mainland Europe — has always been high on our bucket list. We’ve had this place pinned on our map for what feels like forever. Finally seeing it, feels surreal.
The tension built steadily over the last 100 kilometers of our journey. Every corner unveiled a new valley or a breathtaking view of the Arctic Ocean, reminding us that we were inching ever closer to our dream. Each tunnel brought a feeling of anticipation, as if we were passing through the last obstacles between us and our destination.
And then, there it was — Nordkapp. The visitor center’s iconic white dome stood out on the horizon, a beacon signaling that we’d made it. The final stretch was magical. We could see the "end of the land" ahead of us, a point where the world seems to drop into the sea, and with each kilometer, it grew closer.
I really wasn’t prepared for the emotional impact. For three years, we’ve talked, planned, and worked toward this exact moment. And now, standing here, it's not just about arriving at Nordkapp; it’s about arriving into this new chapter of our lives. The culmination of all those long days of preparation and hard work hit me all at once. It’s a feeling I can’t quite describe — part awe, part gratitude, part disbelief.
Tonight, we’re keeping things simple. No distractions — just the two of us. We’ll sit together, surrounded by the quiet beauty of this remote place and a bottle of champagne. No TV, no restaurant, just us soaking in the significance of our first arrival. It’s not just about being at this iconic spot; it’s about arriving in our new lifestyle.
This is the first of many destinations, but today, Nordkapp represents more than just a place. It represents the start of the adventure we’ve been dreaming of for years. Our maiden voyage is complete, and in a way, we’ve both arrived — into this life we’ve worked so hard to build.
Explore. Dream. Discover. Repeat.
If you read this today or early tomorrow, you might be able to see us at the official webcam of the Nordkapp.
