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21 Port Stops in 4 Days: Cruising The Norwegian Coast

Emma Cruises
Emma Cruises
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πŸ‘οΈ 551K viewsπŸ“… 2 years ago⏱️ 19:18

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Editorial Summary

The creator documents a four day winter cruise along the Norwegian coast aboard the Havila Polaris, a battery powered ship traveling from Tromso to Bergen. The journey features twenty one port stops, some lasting as little as fifteen minutes, which requires a unique excursion model where buses meet the ship at later locations. The creator describes the ship as environmentally friendly and exceptionally quiet due to its hybrid propulsion system. Observations include the Scandinavian cabin design, the availability of meal packages, and the necessity of wearing heavy winter gear to endure the freezing temperatures and snow. While the trip lacks traditional cruise entertainment like theaters or game shows, the creator finds value in the constant changing scenery and the ability to explore various ports. The summary concludes with a breakdown of the costs, noting that the cruise was priced at approximately seven hundred ninety one pounds per person for a sea view cabin including food, though additional travel expenses like flights to and from Norway were required.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

What This Creator Said
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🧍 Best for SoloNorthern_europe · Winter · 4 nightsFrom TromsoOccasional Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I saw and did things on this trip that have to be seen to be believe from the ports that we visited to the surprisingly luxurious ship and the food I will show you it all

the ship was silent it was so silent

the food was fantastic and the service was really fast

I was perfectly warm in just this dress but of course it did mean that I couldn't just pop outside or I would freeze

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Pack warm clothing including snow boots, hat, coat, and gloves for a winter cruise in Norway
βœ“Consider buying a meal package for included meals in the main dining room and cafe
βœ“Use spikes on your shoes for walking on icy port surfaces
βœ“Be mindful of the ship's schedule as it does not wait for late passengers

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Getting seasick β€” Pack seasickness remedies like tablets, wristbands, and ginger biscuits
Short port visits β€” Plan to explore quickly and be back on time as ships do not wait

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to cruise on a battery-powered ship along the Norwegian coast in winter?
QHow do port stops work on a cruise with very short visits?
QWhat should you pack for a snowy cruise in Norway?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Bergen3 Happy Bacon
Bronis3 Happy Bacon
Stock Marchness3 Happy Bacon
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