No. 4 - 2009
Norway - the ultimate natural cruise experience and the safest country in the world
In Cruise Norway News number 4 2009 you can read more about:
- Visit 14 Norwegian cruise ports at Seatrade Hamburg September 15th - 17th
- Cruise Norway fam trip / Site inspections 2009
- News from Hardangerfjord
- News from Kristiansund
- News from Trondheim
- News from Hammerfest
- News from North Cape
- News from the cruise port Barents
Visit us at Seatrade Hamburg - Stand 612
Use the opportunity to meet with the following Norwegian cruise ports:
From Northern Norway:
- Cruise port Barents
- Cruise port North Cape
- Cruise port Alta & Hammerfest
- Cruise port Lofoten Islands - Leknes & Svolvær
- Cruise port Bodø
- Cruise port Brønnøysund
From Southern Norway
- Cruise port Kristiansund
- Cruise port Molde & Åndalsnes
- Cruise port Geirangerfjord
- Cruise port Skjolden
- Cruise port Flåm
- Cruise port Hardangerfjord
- Cruise port Stavanger
- Cruise port Oslo
Cruise Norway fam trip / site inspection 2009
Cruise Norway arranged site inspections at the end of august to the following Norwegian Cruise Ports:
An Arctic fam trip which included: Oslo, Lofoten, Tromsø and North Cape
A Fjord fam trip which included: Ålesund, Geirangerfjord, Olden/Nordfjord and Bergen and a post trip to Flåm and Stavanger
In total, 21 representatives from 10 different cruise lines participated in the two site inspections. Below a picture taken of the Arctic group, in survival suit, on our way in a RIB boat from Henningsvær to Svolvær in the Lofoten Islands.
In front: Jennifer Marmanillo NCL and Sandra Bratland European Cruise Service
In middle: Altea Palmer Rccl, Barbara McComb Seabourn, Tine Oelmann TUI Cruises, Maria Elenea Artusi Costa, Elisabeth Whewell Saga, Ingrid Maderni Saga, Joni Lunsford Rccl
At rear: Timothy Littley HAL, Knut Volden Nordic Cruise Services, Wenche Nygård Eeg Cruise Norway, Susan Parker Journalist, Dan Viggo Vårum Arctic Guide Service, Lily Urrutia NCL.
Testimonials from the group:
"Thank you endlessly for the fabulous Fam Trip! I very much enjoyed the time spent in Norway and you organized an incredible journey for all of us!"
"Thank you so much for an excellent trip. It was great to see so much in such a short time and it was all extremely well organized"
"Just wanted to send you a quick note of thanks for a wonderful trip and experience in Norway. It was a successful trip for me and I learned a great deal in the various ports. Thank you for setting up this opportunity for us to explore a small portion of Norway. Love to do it again should the chance arise"
"I would like to thank you and all the people involved in the organization of the fam trip. You've done a great job: everything was perfectly organised. I'm happy that the schedule was so intense, because this has given me the opportunity to see and do so many things, and to test most of the attractions that are included in our shore excursion program, and also gathering information about port facilities and new projects. Very good! Beyond my expectation"
News from Hardangerfjord
Port of Ulvik, Hardangerfjord
- EDVARD GRIEG CONCERT AND SPECTACULAR FOLK DANCE
From 2010 Hardangerfjord will be offering a piano concert in Ulvik Church by the famous pianist Rune Alver. He has recorded 2 highly rated CDs featuring the music of Grieg, and for many years he has been giving concerts in Norway and abroad. Through words and melodies he will illustrate how Grieg was inspired by Norwegian folk music.
The guests will then walk to Brakanes Hotel (only 4 minutes away) for a spectacular performance of folk dancing and Hardanger fiddle music. The programme also includes coffee and cakes.
Port of Ulvik, Hardangerfjord
- FRUIT AND CIDER WALK IN THE ORCHARD OF NORWAY
Next year Ulvik is introducing a pleasant walk in the surrounding hills where four fruit farms produce sweet cherries, plums, apples and pears. We will be visiting two of them to learn a bit more about their origins and how they can exist at 60 degrees north. Refreshments made at the farm will be served. A visit to the cider and juice plant is included - and a taste of the production will certainly be on the menu!
Cruise Destination Hardangerfjord - www.cruisehardangerfjord.com
News from Kristiansund
The Atlantic Road -The world`s best drive- now more accessible
The stretch from Kristiansund to Bremsnes on Averøy Island, connected to the Atlantic Road, was previously based on transportation by ferry. From 9 November the ferry will be replaced by the Atlantic tunnel, shortening the travel time from Kristiansund to the Atlantic Road from 45 to only 30 minutes.
The Atlantic Road is one of the major attractions on the Top of Fjord Norway and is only 30 minutes' drive from Kristiansund. The Guardian newspaper has voted the Atlantic Road. It also received the prize for Norway`s "engineering feat of the century". The road is about 8 km long and has 8 bridges that stretch across islands, islets and skerries. The Atlantic Road gives you an unforgettable experience for life!
www.visitkristiansund.com
News from Trondheim
"Rockheim" - Norway's National Centre for pop and rock music
Just next to the fjord and the cruise pier and only 10 minutes' walk from the city centre, "Rockheim" will open its doors early in 2010. In this unique building visitors will be able to experience Norwegian pop and rock music history, as well as concerts and other adventurous musical events.The restaurant looks out over the beautiful Trondheim Fjord, a setting guaranteed to make your meal - or even a cup of coffee - that much more delicious and memorable. The facade of the black box built on top of the old flour warehouse will be covered with huge formats of the ten most famous record covers ever from Norwegian artists.
At www.rockheim.no you will be able to watch the development and construction of the centre, study the virtual museum and of course send in your comments.
News from Hammerfest
In Hammerfest - THE NORTHERNMOST TOWN IN THE WORLD - you can, from 2010, participate in new and exciting excursions
Starting in 2010, Hammerfest Turist AS will be offering excursions from Hammerfest to the North Cape. The tour takes about 7 hours, with a lunch break.
Visit Galleri Syvstjerna in Hammerfest. The artist Eva Arnesen made the diploma for the Nobel Peace Prize in 1997, and was especially inspired by the Northern Lights and the Midnight Sun.
For more information:
post@hammerfest-turist.no
www.hammerfest-turist.no
News from North Cape
New panoramic film at the North Cape
This summer, the North Cape Hall started showing a new panoramic film based on the four seasons at Magerøya (North Cape). The film chronicles meteorological phenomena such as the Midnight Sun and the Northern Lights, as well as flora and fauna, and local culture. The film has no commentary and is shown using the best HD technology, on a 180-degree, seamless screen.
News from Cruise port Barents
Recommendations from Cruise Port Barents in Kirkenes
One of Cruise Port Barents cooperation partners is Arctic Adventure Resort at Jarfjord, Kirkenes. Arctic Adventure Resort achieved fame through TV-chef Gordon Ramsey, and also when the King Crab Safari was selected by National Geographic as one of the 25 best new excursion experiences in the world in 2008.
The King Crab Safari can be arranged as shore excursion on both summer and winter, and can be book for cruise ships through Cruise Port Barents.
Watch Gordon Ramsey reporting here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LpQwZnjtnpc&feature=related
KARASJOK - The Sami experience
Kárásjohka is at the very heart of the Sami region, and it is the cultural and social capital of Lapland.
80% of the population speak Sami, with Sami and Norwegian having equal status in the municipality. The service industry is the biggest employer, while other important industries are reindeer herding, farming and traditional outfield industries such as hunting and fishing.
Karasjok has lots to offer when it comes to excursions, outdoor activities and the Sami culture. Untouched nature and the wilderness on the plateau, prepared ski tracks, organised hunting and fishing trips, gold washing, ski, dog sledging and scooters tours, joik and enjoying traditional food in a Sami lávvu are just some of the activities to choose from.
Cruise Port Barents shore excursion programme in Karasjok varies from a few hours to a whole day at Sapmi Park, and in Sami surroundings.
Watch more at www.cruiseportbarents.com
