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Disney Cruise Line Vlog | Day 4 & 5 | Olden & Ålesund Norway | September 2025 | Adam Hattan & Gary C

Adam Hattan
Adam Hattan
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👁️ 96K views📅 10 months ago⏱️ 37:37

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Editorial Summary

The creators document their experiences during days four and five of a Disney Cruise Line voyage through Norway. In Olden, they opt for a self-guided exploration rather than official excursions to avoid long coach journeys. They utilize the local land train, known as the Kontroll, to view the valley and a historic bridge, noting the cost and scenic value. After returning to the ship, the vlog covers various onboard activities including karaoke, dining at Royal Court, and participating in an origami session. The second port visit takes place in Alesund, where the creators explore the Art Nouveau architecture and local shops despite rainy weather. They discuss the benefits of booking independent local excursions compared to ship-organized ones. The video concludes with onboard entertainment such as a Broadway artist performance and a themed dinner at Animator's Palate. The creators also attempt to spot the northern lights from the back of the ship before preparing for their upcoming stop in Stavanger.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

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Seriously Tasty
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A Nibble

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What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

We're right by the town. So, we're It looks It's a very rainy day.

It's cozy. Duck weather. It's cozy.

This is what Disney Cruise Line's all about, isn't it?

What did you get GC? The altered peach tart.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Double-check if local excursions are cheaper than Disney ones.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Long coach journeys or too much walking on excursionsChoose chill adventures like land trains or explore ports on your own.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is there to do in Olden and Ålesund on a Disney cruise?
QHow do local excursions compare to Disney excursions in price?
QWhat is the experience like on pirate night and with onboard activities?

Topics Covered

Excursions2½ Happy BaconService Crew4 Happy BaconDining Main3 Happy BaconEntertainment Shows3½ Happy BaconPool Deck1½ Happy BaconKids Family2½ Happy BaconShip Condition3 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Ålesund3 Happy Bacon
Top: Trolley car excursion ($70 per person)
Olden4 Happy Bacon
Top: Kontroll land train (£30 per person)
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