No. 3 - 2008
Norway - the leading nature-based cruise destination in Europe
In Cruise Norway News number 3 2008, you can read more about:
- Cruise Norway activities 2008 - Mark the dates!
- Norwegian events summer 2008
- Shore excursion news from Oslo
- Shore excursion news from Bergen
- Shore excursion news from Flåm
- Shore excursion news from North Cape
- News from Narvik
- Very Important news from Eidfjord - Hardanger
Cruise Norway activities 2008 - Mark the dates!
United Kingdom May 22nd.
Remember the Norwegian workshop in London May 22nd. From 1:00 pm and/or evening event. If you want to attend, send an email to cruisege@cruise-norway.no.
Germany October 2nd.
Norwegian workshop in Hamburg October 2nd. 12:00 - 4:00 pm
Summer events
On Cruise Norway's site www.cruise-norway.no you can search on the ports and there you will find a link to the local sites, updated with all events in 2008. At www.visitnorway.no there is a link to all Norwegian destinations and events as well.
News from Oslo - The Viking Capital of Norway
Photos: Monika Regozinska
The Norwegian National Opera - On April 12th 2008, the official opening of the Opera House in Bjørvika took place - a magnificent building that has changed the face of Oslo! "The new Opera House will be a transition between the densest part of the city centre and the open fjord; erected in white Italian marble and with big open windows, it will give people the opportunity to look in and have a view out. The thoughts will be led to nature and ice - culture and experience. The attention will be drawn to this unique white house in the sea - from the air, the sea, the railway and the main roads - the most important gateways to Oslo."
The roof landscape will be open to the public. The horizontal and sloping roofs express monumentality and give the building a dramatically different appearance from its neighbours. The glass surface covers 450 square metres and on the wall facing south, Norway's biggest solar panel is integrated in the glass. The expression of openness and accessibility both indoors and out will result in the building appealing to a wide range of users.
Inside the building, one of the world's most beautiful and technologically advanced opera halls is to be found. The centrepiece of the main theatre is Norway's largest chandelier produced by Hadeland Glass works. The unique chandelier consists of 5800 pieces of glass and was designed to achieve optimum acoustics. A warm welcome to the new pride of Norway in Bjørvika!
News from Bergen - The Gateway to the Fjords of Norway
Unique Picasso paintings in Bergen
Bergen Art Museum will host a comprehensive exhibition of the works of Pablo Picasso from 1 February to 8 June. Eighty of the artist's works will be on show, including paintings, drawings, graphic work and sculptures. It is a major event for Bergen Art Museum to be able to present a comprehensive exhibition of the works of Pablo Picasso. www.kunstmuseeneibergen.no
Bergen Science Centre (in Norwegian: "VILVITE" - want to know) gives you "Illusions"
From early June to November 2008, the travelling exhibition, "Illusions", will be on display at VILVITE - and you will not believe your own eyes. This year, you can also take some of your experiences at the centre home with you through the website "My page" at www.vilvite.no.
VILVITE is the new science centre at Marineholmen in Bergen that opened last summer. It is a discovery centre for the promotion of science and technology. At the exhibition, you can try out roughly 75 different experiments and installations.
Bergen Aquarium - New Cruise Norway member
Here at the Bergen Aquarium you will meet famous local personalities like Vitus, Dodraugen and Ping Kong. You can also experience the great atmosphere created by the young and old citizens of Bergen who keep coming back to say hello to the animals ? and to meet each other. In more than 60 large and small aquariums you can watch in fascination all the weird and wonderful things that go on beneath the surface at close quarters. In addition to getting to know the cod, and all the other creatures that live along the Norwegian coast, you can meet animals like crocodiles, snakes, turtles and silk monkeys in our new tropical section. Open all year.
www.akvariet.no
News from Flåm - The Ultimate Cruise Destination
Visit Otternes Farmyard - an authentic cultural experience by the fjord
Departure by bus from Flåm to Otternes. The farmyard is a cluster of houses from the early 16th century. Here you are welcomed by Otternes' local guide who will take you on a tour of the history of the farmyard. On a guided tour you will learn which particular role each house had in the everyday life of the region. Otternes Farmyard represents an important part of West-Norway's building art and way of life.
On the tour you will be able to enter the houses and view their different functions. Some of the buildings house exhibitions today. Otternes also offers local food specialities.
At Otternes Farmyard you will find peace and quiet, and a unique view of the fjord and the majestic nature. We recommend this tour combined with the Flåm Railway !
Booking: www.fjordexperience.no or visit our shop in Flåm station building
News from Narvik - The Ofoten Railway transformed the small village Victoriahavn into the port of Narvik
A town with a view - Narvikfjellet and the Cable Car
A trip by cable car departing from Narvik Fjell situated close to the town centre. Weather permitting! (Always check the weather conditions). Highly recommended for photography enthusiasts. www.destinationnarvik.com
Ofoten Railway - Historic exploration. A trip by train departing from Narvik train station, close to the town centre and arriving at the Swedish border. One hour at the Swedish border before returning to Narvik. Highly recommended for photography and nature enthusiasts.
www.destinationnarvik.com
News from the North Cape - The Northernmost point in Europe
Did you know that a visit to the North Cape can be much more than just experiencing the famous cliff:
Our Artico Ice Bar was voted Best Ice Bar indoors in Europe 2007
ARTICO ICE BAR is an ice bar near the harbour which can be enjoyed in the summer. Everything is made of ice from the lakes of Lapland. Walls, tables, igloo seats, and the screen where we show images of the Arctic, while sounds and lights transport visitors into the polar world.
Wearing warm clothes (which we provide), you can enjoy the polar winter in the summer season! You can also enjoy a drink from an ice glass. ARTICO ICE BAR is an unforgettable Arctic experience.
More info is available at www.articoicebar.com
News from Eidfjord - Hardanger - The Fjord and Mountain Adventure
EIDFJORD OFFERS NOx MEASUREMENT AND REDUCTION !
The port of Eidfjord collaborates with a Norwegian engineering company which measures the level of diesel engine emissions. Their instruments are based on measurement principles approved by ISO, CIMAC and the Norwegian Maritime Directorate (NMD). They report the number of kilos of NOx per ton of fuel providing the basis of the NMD-calculation of NOx-taxes paid by ships operating along the Norwegian coast. Experience shows that the actual figures are up to 50% below the standard values which form the basis of the present NOx tax! Ships calling at Eidfjord will have the opportunity to have their emissions measured.
The engineering company also offers the distribution and installation of NOx-reducing equipment. These emulsifying systems might reduce NOx by some 30%. A combination of emulsifying systems and EGR reduces NOx emissions by about 60%. Contact: helge@visiteidfjord.no
The Business Sector NOx-fund to replace the NOx tax in Norway
For the latest news please refer to: www.cruise-norway.no under Trade News, and for further information see www.nho.no/nox/english.
For more information see www.cruise-norway.no, or contact cruisege@cruise-norway.no.
