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Exploring Skjervøy
Schedules Round Voyage & Voyage North - Day 5 - Arrive @ 22:10, Depart @ 22:25 Round Voyage & Voyage South - Day 8 / Day 2 - Arrive @...

RetiredCormac
Sep 23, 20251 min read


Exploring Tromsø
Schedules Round Voyage & Voyage North - Day 5 - Arrive @ 14:15, Depart @ 18:15 Round Voyage & Voyage South - Day 8 / Day 2 - Arrive @...

RetiredCormac
Sep 22, 20251 min read


The Benefits of Using a Credit Card Abroad
Managing your finances while travelling can be a daunting task. This is where a credit card can become your best travel companion. TL;DR...

RetiredCormac
Sep 21, 20252 min read


Exploring Finnsnes
Schedules Round Voyage & Voyage North - Day 5 - Arrive @ 11:00, Depart @ 11:30 Round Voyage & Voyage South - Day 9 / Day 3 - Arrive @...

RetiredCormac
Sep 21, 20251 min read


Tips to Avoid Getting Hangry When Travelling
To help you stay cheerful and fueled during your travels, here are some really simple tips to avoid getting hangry and to keep your energy high.

RetiredCormac
Sep 20, 20253 min read


Exploring Harstad
Schedules Round Voyage & Voyage North - Day 5 - Arrive @ 07:10, Depart @ 07:45 Round Voyage & Voyage South - Day 9 / Day 3 - Arrive @...

RetiredCormac
Sep 20, 20251 min read


Master Holiday Planning to Create Unforgettable Holidays
Holidays are often seen as a time to relax, unwind, and escape the daily grind. However, the truth is that good holidays don’t just...

RetiredCormac
Sep 19, 20253 min read


Exploring Risøyhamn
Schedules Round Voyage & Voyage North - Day 5 - Arrive @ 04:35, Depart @ 04:50 Round Voyage & Voyage South - Day 9 / Day 3 - Arrive @...

RetiredCormac
Sep 19, 20251 min read


The Ultimate Guide to Finding Local Restaurant Gems on Holiday
Don't leave eating out on holiday to chance. Follow my advice to find good restaurants to visit whilst on holiday.

RetiredCormac
Sep 18, 20254 min read


Exploring Sortland
Schedules Round Voyage & Voyage North - Day 5 - Arrive @ 02:55, Depart @ 03:10 Round Voyage & Voyage South - Day 9 / Day 3 - Arrive @...

RetiredCormac
Sep 18, 20251 min read


Month 2 - Report Card
I started this blog on 16th July 2026. Since then I've learnt a lot, and made some errors. We are now back into holiday season for the retired - so I'll need something to do whilst sunning myself.

RetiredCormac
Sep 17, 20253 min read


Exploring Stokmarknes
Schedules Round Voyage & Voyage North - Day 5 - Arrive @ 01:30, Depart @ 01:40 Round Voyage & Voyage South - Day 9 / Day 3 - Arrive @...

RetiredCormac
Sep 17, 20251 min read


Exploring Svolvær
Schedules Round Voyage & Voyage North - Day 4 - Arrive @ 21:20, Depart @ 22:15 Round Voyage & Voyage South - Day 9 / Day 3 - Arrive @...

RetiredCormac
Sep 16, 20251 min read


Exploring Stamsund
Schedules Round Voyage & Voyage North - Day 4 - Arrive @ 19:15, Depart @ 19:40 Round Voyage & Voyage South - Day 9 / Day 3 - Arrive @...

RetiredCormac
Sep 15, 20251 min read


The Curious Connection Between Svalbard's Mining History and Shoeless Etiquette
The origin of Svalbard's shoeless etiquette can be traced back to the miners’ lifestyle.

RetiredCormac
Sep 14, 20252 min read


Exploring Bodø
Schedules Round Voyage & Voyage North - Day 4 - Arrive @ 13:05, Depart @ 15:20 Round Voyage & Voyage South - Day 10 / Day 4 - Arrive @...

RetiredCormac
Sep 14, 20251 min read


Iceland's Best Lagoons
One of Iceland's most alluring features for me has always been its geothermal lagoons. These unique and magical spots, that aren't...

RetiredCormac
Sep 13, 20253 min read


Exploring Ørnes
Schedules Round Voyage & Voyage North - Day 4 - Arrive @ 10:00, Depart @ 10:10 Round Voyage & Voyage South - Day 10 / Day 4 - Arrive @...

RetiredCormac
Sep 13, 20251 min read


5 Nights Tokyo Itinerary
Here's our draft itinerary for visiting Tokyo in late January 2026. We have been to Tokyo before and loved it. As it's our last stop on...

RetiredCormac
Sep 12, 20253 min read


Exploring Nesna
Schedules Round Voyage & Voyage North - Day 4 - Arrive @ 06:00, Depart @ 06:10 Round Voyage & Voyage South - Day 10 / Day 4 - Arrive @...

RetiredCormac
Sep 12, 20251 min read
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