Cruising to Scandinavia | Planet Cruise Weekly

This week we're exploring where to go and what to do in the fascinating part of the world that is, Scandinavia... https://www.planetcruise.com/en/baltic-and-fjords-cruise-deals?utm_medium=PlanetYouTube&utm_source=planetcruiseweeklyyoutube&utm_campaign=scandanaviaplanetcruiseweekly200918 Birthplace of the Vikings and for many years the beating heart of Europe's seafaring exploration, Scandinavia is home to a myriad of cultures, languages and storied pasts. Today on Planet Cruise Weekly we take a look at why cruising this region should be top of your list. When you travel to Scandinavia by cruise ship, you will be travelling in the Baltic Sea. Historically, we Brits like to chase the sun, so heading north to the ice floes and glaciers of the Baltic Sea was a secret for the lucky few for many years. But Baltic cruises are now loot as popular as the Mediterranean. Dramatic and timeless, the Baltic’s coastal cities are a feast for the senses. From magical Tallinn, with its cobbled streets, city walls and onion-domed churches to the 750-year-old island-city of Stockholm, where the only preserved 17th-century ship in the world will blow you away and the ABBA museum will have you dancing in the street. The region boasts a kaleidoscope of cultures, languages, currencies, artistic traditions and ancient histories, and due to the fact that Sweden, Finland, and Denmark are traditionally more expensive than other parts of Europe, cruising is the ideal way to see it all at a reasonable price. From a practical point of view, one of the best things about cruising Scandanavia is that, English is widely spoken and everywhere is so accessible that it's easy to get around on your own. Ships dock almost in the town centre in Oslo, while the old city of Tallinn is just a 10-minute walk from the port. In Stockholm, there's a 20-minute walk or a 15-minute taxi ride from the Old Town, depending on where the ship has docked. The Baltics is the heart of Scandinavia and St Petersburg, Russia, is the marquee attraction for Baltic cruises. So, we will look at her during this episode. Most lines offer two full days (and one night) in the city; some stay for two nights (and offer 2.5 days in the port of call). St. Petersburg is not only a beautiful and intriguing city; it can be one of the trickiest in Europe to visit, not just because of the language barriers but also due to its visa restrictions. That's another reason why cruising this region of the world can make sense from a logistical standpoint. Besides Russia your port stops on a Scandanavia cruise will expand awareness of this region beyond its well-known fjords and capitals. As mentioned Estonia's Tallinn is a staple of itineraries now, and Latvia's Riga is enjoying increasing popularity. Planet cruise are the first to give you the most up to date cruise information and news. Not only this we will give you insider cruise-travel tips to maximise your adventures. Whether you are a first time traveller or an experienced traveller, this is the channel for you. For more information or to book visit: http://www.planetcruise.com/en You can also find us on FACEBOOK: http://tinyurl.com/kb9n3co Follow us on TWITTER: https://twitter.com/planetcruise SUBSCRIBE to Planet Cruise: http://tinyurl.com/lwhnd8k Or call one of our specialist cruise agents on: 02392 809 486 You Dream It, We'll Plan It! *All deals, prices and information are subject to change*