Our ultimate guide to getting the most out of your day on shore wherever you are. Hit the shore running by planning ahead! No matter where in the world you are cruising to, there are a few simple things you can do to maximise your day in port. Often the hours are limited, and there… Continue reading Cruise Port Planning
Often referred to as the 'Alpine village by the fjord', Åndalsnes was a port full of surprises for us. It's not because the town itself was particularly fascinating, but because of what we experienced on that day. Be sure to read to the end if you want to find out what made our day so… Continue reading A Day in Åndalsnes: Tourist Guide
Need help picking a Norwegian Fjords cruise? In my opinion, every cruise to Norway is an incredible one, but here are our favourite ports to visit! Having cruised the fjords of Norway several times now, we feel we're entitled to an opinion! We've travelled as a couple, as a family of 3 generations and on… Continue reading Top 5 Cruise Ports on a Norwegian Fjords Itinerary
Discover what there is to see and do in Geiranger as a Norwegian Fjords cruise passenger. Visiting as a family with kids, as a couple or going solo, Geiranger has something for everyone. From hiking and sightseeing, to pre-bookable excursions from the port of Geiranger, we'll discover what adventures await in this charming village. Fantastic… Continue reading A Day in Geiranger: Tourist Guide
Once home to a bustling sea trade, the port city of Haugesund is becoming increasingly popular on Norwegian Fjords cruise itineraries. In the past, the majority of fjords cruises visited Bergen, however the port is increasingly busy and less accommodating to the larger ships, so many now dock in Haugesund instead. But what does Haugesund… Continue reading A Day in Haugesund: Tourist Guide
If the port of Olden is on your Norwegian Fjords cruise itinerary, you simply must make time to scale the heights of Mount Hoven (even if your mobility is limited)! Let's explore what it is, how to get there and why it is an absolute must-do excursion! What Is Loen Skylift? Exactly what it says… Continue reading Visiting Loen Skylift (from Olden)
It's Pancake Day (AKA Shrove Tuesday), so let's explore Our Whimsical World of pancakes! What is Pancake Day, and who celebrates it? Shrove Tuesday is a Christian tradition marking the eve of lent. On this day, before beginning 40 days of fasting, Christians would use up all of their eggs, milk and butter (amongst other… Continue reading Pancakes Of The World
Discover what there is to see and do in Olden as a Norwegian Fjords cruise passenger. From hiking and sightseeing, to pre-booking excursions from the port of Olden, we'll explore what you can do with a day in this picturesque village in the heart of the Nordfjord. Let us start by saying we LOVE cruising… Continue reading A Day in Olden: Tourist Guide
Sometimes a weekend away is just what you need, but when time is of the essence, you need to know how to make every minute count! Here are our 5 top tips for getting the most out of your next city break. 1 - Book Ahead In my experience, you can save so much time… Continue reading Maximise Your Mini Break!
If you're cruising to Norway from the UK or Europe, chances are your Norwegian Fjords cruise will include a visit to the charming port city of Stavanger. We've visited on both of our cruises to the region so far, and are scheduled to stop here again in September. So what is there to do in… Continue reading A Day in Stavanger, Norway
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