Schedules Review the sailing schedule carefully. Depending on the time of the year the boat may dock in Ålesund all day, alternatively it...

More back to nature than the Blue Lagoon, and less commercial.

Ålesund is a busy town - with a great viewing point if you have the energy and time.

I'd rather have too many options and leave some out if it gets too busy to enjoy. We'll commit or change the plans as we go - booking experiences as we go - buying local when we can, which will leave our itinerary nice and flexible.

As a tourist trap - it's a pretty good one. It is bucket list stuff, and the memory does sit with you a long time. You also get a reference point for other Lagoons and rivers to compare to.

Torvik is only applicable to Port to Port travellers.

If driving along the south coast road - this is an interesting stop to make.

Schedules Round Voyage & Voyage North - Day 2 - Arrive @ 05:15, Depart @ 05:30 Round Voyage & Voyage South - Day 12 / Day 6 - Arrive @...

Its fantastic to see how the tomatoes that need a warm mediterranean climate are grown in such a harsh climate. It's not simple - as heat, light, water and bees are combined carefully to make growing a success.

Florø is only applicable to Port to Port travellers.

Discovering the Northernmost Town, Pub, and Brewery on Earth Spoiler alert - they are all in Longyearbyen - Svalbard

Schedules Round Voyage & Voyage North - Day 1 - Depart @ 20:30 Round Voyage & Voyage South - Day 12 / Day 6 - Arrive @ 14:45 Climate...

Tromso should be recognized as a premier destination for Northern Lights enthusiasts, often overshadowed by its Icelandic rival.

I'm writing a brief summary of each port on the Norwegian Coastal Route, stop times, polar night and midnight sun - where applicable, weather, and what you can do at the port if you aren't going on an excursion.

This geothermal exhibition offers visitors a chance to learn about geothermal energy, its benefits, and its vital role in Iceland's energy landscape. This guide will equip you with essential information to make your experience enjoyable and enriching.

Yep - if you are a resident in Svalbard - you ability to purchase alcohol is limited via a quota system.

Under contract granted by the Norwegian government, Hurtigruten and Havila Voyages collaborate to operate the service. The route requires a fleet of 11 cruise ferries for daily departures, with Hurtigruten currently operating seven of these vessels. Havila operates the remaining four ships on the route. The ships sail to the same schedule - visiting the same ports at the same times each day.

Another late night last night, to grab the return AVIOS flights as they were released - 355 days before the flight's departure date. The...

Travelling along the Norwegian Coastal Route during any season is epic. And has remained for me a truly unforgettable experience. And something I'm sure to repeat a few more times

Perfect for first-time visitors, this guide highlights essential information about parking, the hike, available amenities, and tips to ensure a memorable day at Reykjadalur Hot Spring Thermal River.