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I Took a Cruise to One of The Most Remote Places on Earth | Emma Cruises

Norwegian Cruise Line
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👁️ 124K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 16:05

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Editorial Summary

The creator documents a twelve day cruise traveling from Copenhagen up the coast of Norway to Svalbard and ending in Reykjavik, Iceland. The journey features extreme environmental conditions, including ten days of continuous daylight. The itinerary includes visits to various Norwegian ports such as Honningsvåg, where the creator explores the North Cape and experiences a traditional Sami cultural encounter. The trip also involves an excursion to see llamas in Maloy and exploring the unique landscape of Iceland, which the creator describes as safe and welcoming. A significant portion of the video focuses on Svalbard, specifically the town of Longyearbyen. The creator details the unique regulations of the archipelago, such as the prohibition of cats and the restrictions regarding births and deaths. During the Svalbard leg, the creator visits a husky cafe and takes a guided tour through an abandoned coal mine, where they experience the freezing temperatures and narrow tunnels. The cruise concludes with the sighting of several whales at sea, which the creator notes as a highlight of the voyage. Ultimately, the creator concludes that while the remote conditions of the Arctic are not suitable for permanent living, the cruise provided an excellent way to experience these diverse locations.

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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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Northern_europe · Summer · 12 nightsFrom CopenhagenVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I've just disembarked a cruise where I went to a town that is so remote that you're not allowed to die or give birth there.

The cruise was 12 days long and I didn't see the sun set for 10 days because it just didn't set.

This cruise was anything but ordinary and it has to be seen to be believed.

I would love to come back to spend more time in Iceland and Spalbad, Norway, too.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Do a mix of cruise line excursions and exploring by yourself.
Wear appropriate layers for variable weather in Norwegian ports.
Visit the Huskys Cafe in Longyearbyen for great cookies.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow does 24-hour daylight affect a cruise experience?
QWhat is it like to visit remote places like Spitsbergen by cruise?
QHow can you make the most of a cruise to Norway and Iceland?

Topics Covered

Excursions3 Happy BaconPort Destination4 Happy BaconItinerary Route4½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Aurfi4 Happy Bacon
Copenhagen2½ Happy Bacon
Honningsvåg3½ Happy Bacon
Top: North Cape excursion
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