Cruise norway

Cruise is one of the fascinating experiences in various modes of travel. Once regarded as the rich man?s privilege it is slowly but steadily becoming the travel of the masses. One of the most enchanting experiences that one could think of is to see Norway by cruise. Norwegian cruise is world famous. It is full of natural beauty at its best. There are several cruise companies offering Norwegian cruise with various travel options.

PACKAGES

If one wants to see Norway at its best it is recommended to take a twelve day, seven day or a six day packages along the Norwegian coastal line.

There are daily departures on offer from the ports of Bergen and Kirkenes. There are 34 ports at call both on the northbound and southbound voyages . The ports which are visited during the day at the northbound voyage are called at night during the southbound voyage . It is the vice versa during the other way round.

The port calls varies from a minimum of forty five minutes to a maximum of six hours.

The twelve day trip takes the passenger to the magnificent fjords, breathtaking mountains and to the fishing villages. It then crosses the Artic Circle. One of the life time experience is the Midnight sun near north cape during summer .

There is a seven day north bound voyage which ends in Kirkenes . Kirkenes is close to the Russian border. The six day south bound package starts from Kirkenes .

NEW SHIPS

Recently three new ships were introduced into the cruise route . They are

a) MS MIDNATSOL

This is the most modern ship of its kind with all the latest technological advancement. It is built in 2003, weighs 15000 tones and can accommodate 674 passengers.

The ships name refers to the midnight son. Its glass exteriors allow the sunlight to enter the ship and the passenger is very close to the nature. There are two decks. The top deck has sauna, gym and a large and spacious sun deck . There are also restaurants, play area, shops and lounges . There are 19 suites most of them with a private balcony. All the cabins are fitted with telephones and floors are heated to withstand the biting cold. The inside staterooms and the suites have television in each of them .

B) MS FINNMARKEN

This is built during the year 2003 and it can house 643 passengers. The artists of Norway have shown all their talent in decorating this beautiful ship. It is decorated with drawings, oil paintings, charcoal drawing and sculptures . There are 32 suites all with a private balcony. All have telephones and television sets in them. Many restaurants, internet cafes, observation decks, indoor and outdoor games are located throughout the ship . It also has a massage parlor and sauna in it.

C) MS TROLLFJORD

It is MIDNASTOL?S sister ship. It was built during the year 2002. It is decorated with wood and stone interior. The unique feature are it elevators. It is completely made out of glass to have a wonderful view outside . The fitness centre and the sauna are located on the top deck . There is a library, internet caf? and many bars to raise the spirit.

There are 19 suites and some have private balcony in them . All cabins have television. The floors are heated.

CONCLUSION

Thus Cruise Norway with its latest and modern vessels gives one an experience of life time. Hope everyone has time and money to have this blissful experience.

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