Monthly Archives: August 2024

Kristiansand, Norway

We have two sea days as we travel from one of the northernmost points in Norway, Honningsvag, to one of the southernmost, Kristiansand, Norway. Kristiansand sits at a strategic point between Denmark and Norway in route to Sweden and Russia to … Continue reading

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Honningsvag, Norway and the North Cape in the Arctic Circle

Our last port in the Arctic Circle is in Honningsvag, Norway, the northernmost city in mainland Norway.  (I actually think this is an inaccurate description because Honningsvag is on an island, not the mainland.)   In spite of its location, Honningsvag has a … Continue reading

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In the Arctic Circle: Tromso, Norway

After a day at sea when we crossed into the Arctic Circle, we reached Tromso, Norway.  We had expected more fanfare, even a simple announcement from the bridge when we crossed.  We slipped in and that was that.  Even the sea day’s lecture … Continue reading

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