Located on Kitsap Peninsula in the Puget Sound Region of Washington State, Poulsbo is a harbor town with a unique Scandinavian flavor.

Known as "Little Norway," Poulsbo was settled in 1892 by Norwegian loggers, farmers and fishermen who likened the fjord-cut landscape to their homeland.

Poulsbo's historic downtown shops offer everything from Scandinavian gifts to fine art, fashions, antiques and much more.

Poulsbo boasts several fine restaurants, and mouthwatering Norwegian-inspired treats including handmade European chocolates, baked goods, fresh waffle cones, delicious smoked salmon and gourmet coffee.

If the great outdoors is your passion, rent a kayak and paddle scenic Liberty Bay, take a walking tour of the town, or simply relax along the boardwalk and look for seals, herons and eagles.

Kitsap County is becoming a destination -- both as a permanent home for retirees and as a bedroom community to Seattle and the greater Puget Sound, and as a weekend getaway for people from the Seattle/Tacoma area who are looking for a quiet, charming place to spend a romantic weekend.