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Stay away from these countries when you’re planning vacation.

By admin On August 7, 2009No Comments

Currently, warns the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (UD) Norwegians to travel to 27 countries. This land is the Norwegian authorities either think you should stay away from or be especially careful if you travel to.

The suggestions can be found here.

http://www.fco.gov.uk/en/travelling-and-living-overseas/travel-advice-by-country/

Wars and conflicts

- Foreign Ministry official gives advice when it is considered to be reason to prevail from the Norwegians to travel to a particular country, area or region, or to leave the place. The reason is usually war, war-like state or other forms of unrest, said Director Ragnhild Imerslund.

A Coast to Coast Walk

A Coast to Coast Walk

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Would you like to go on vacation here

By admin On August 1, 2009 No Comments

Would you like to go on vacation here?
Exotic travel outside main road is no longer reserved for a few extreme persons with special expertise. Organized packages has allowed many to travel extremely.
For example, you can choose to go 1200 kilometres of ski to the South Pole with a heavy sleigh in one of the world’s harshest climates. The participants committed themselves to put on more kilos in advance of the trip to clear the strain. Price: NOK 500.000. (USD 90.000.-)
Alternatively, you can take a trip to Cho Oyo at 8201 meters above sea level. The expedition goes through the so-called death zone.

Third Pole of the Earth

- The money determines your holiday
According to the organizer Hvitserk Eventyreiser has been the steady increase in the number of expedition participants in recent years.

- We have not felt the financial crisis, says CEO Sissel Weng.

Travel Guru Jens A. Risnæs think it’s wrong to talk about trends in extreme tourism.

- Adventure of the population is constant.
What determines whether what we do is how much money we have, “he said. He believes that Norwegians live in the same way as Americans did in the 60-and 70-century.

- Money is freedom and means an infinite amount. Now, most Norwegians travel to the place they dream about. The opportunity we had not before, “says Risnæs.


The worlds best airport this year

By admin On August 1, 2009 No Comments

Incheon International Airport in Seoul has been named the world’s best airport. It shows the results of the survey World Airport Awards conducted by the British company Skytrax.
- We congratulate the Incheon International Airport with the title “World’s best airport in 2009,” said Skytrax chief executive Edward Plaisted, according to Aftenposten.no.
- Incheon, the last 5-6 years have been in the top 5-list, and it is a big win for the airport now to take 1 st place, “said Plaisted.

This is not the first time in years that the airport runs off with such a price. Airports Council International came to the same conclusion earlier this year.

Incheon Airport, S. Korea

Small margins
In the last seven years, the Hong Kong International Airport stand out with the victory, but this year had the former champion carefully with a 2nd place. Singapore Changi Airport took the bronze medal. According to Skytrax margins were among the top three airports tiny.
Asia dominates at the top three spots, while Zurich was voted Europe’s best airport.
A total of 8.6 million travellers has participated in the survey and answered questions about everything from checking the stores to service at the boarding gate. A total of 39 airport-factors for 190 airports around the world has been evaluated.


Expensive to be Norwegian on a holiday

By admin On July 30, 2009 No Comments

Do you take holidays abroad this year, has your holiday wallet shrink in comparison to last year? It provides a weaker Norwegian krone for.

 Aftenpostens review of the currencies in the Norwegians’ most popular holiday shows that the Norwegian krone has become less valuable in most countries in the last year.
 Going to Denmark, one of the euro countries, USA, Bulgaria, Egypt and Thailand this year, it’s been expensive to be Norwegian,
 because these currencies have become more valuable in relation to the Norwegian krone.

Broken ATM

In the popular package holidays countries are far more expensive to be a Norwegian this year. Crown is worth 12 percent less this year in countries such as Spain, Greece, Portugal and Italy, compared to last year. This means that over 12.50 million is gone for each one hundred Norwegian patch you use in restaurants and stores, in the last year.


You must see Rosendal Barony in Hardanger

By admin On July 29, 2009 No Comments

Rosendal Barony is the only of its kind in Norway and is often referred to as “Scandinavia’s smallest castles”. Barony was
completed in 1665 and was built by the Danish noble man Ludwig Rosenkrantz.
The barony was in Danish possession straight to 1927. The different
The owners have left their distinct mark on this institution, which in days serving as a museum of Danish time. Barony Rosendal
organizes exhibitions, concerts and Theater performances. The castle is also perfect for receptions and gala dinners of different occasions.

Baroniet Rosendal

© Rosendal Tourist Service AS 2001
Rosendal Tourist Service AS, Postbox 246, 5486 Rosendal
Phone: 53 47 02 35/90 06 16 80 Fax: 53 47 02 02 E-post: rosendal@turistservice.no http://www.turistservice.no

Rosendal Fjord Hotel is a modern hotel that is beautifully put along the Hardanger Fjord. The hotel is centrally located in Rosendal – only 10 min from the Barony Rosendal.
Rosendal hotel
 
Rosendal Inn (Gjestgiveri) is the oldest tavern in Kvinnherad, with a history dating back to 1887. The tavern  “Gjestgiveriet” is beautifully situated on the quay in Rosendal. Spring 2001 has instead undergone a major renovation and is now a building with modern style.


Visit Bergen Aquarium and meet Pondus

By admin On July 29, 2009 No Comments

Bergen Aquarium is much more than a tourist attraction. This special environment is also suitable for receptions and dinners, with fish as the most natural options menu. An arrangement can be combined with visits in the video graph, where you can see Ivo Caprino’s film about life in the sea along the western coast of the 5 movies.

Bergen Aquarium has much to offer, whether you visit the aquarium on your own or are a guest at a private event. If you want to study fish and animals at rest and can mak a wander around the more than 50 tanks where you can experience everything from tropical fresh and salt water species to the more experienced Nordic aquatic fauna.
ponus
In the cinema you can see the spectacular 3D film and the classic Ivo Caprino film about the Bergen Aquarium, Bergen and the Norwegian coast. In summer you can also attend funny and musical performances. If you are hungry you can visit Nøsted, or the restaurant at the aquarium.

Here at the Bergen Aquarium you will meet local personalities like Vitus, Draugen and Pondus. You can also experience the great atmosphere among the young and old citizens of Bergen who keep coming back to say hello to the animals – and to meet each other.

 Visit To The aquarium In Bergen

I had to re-upload it because there were som minor faults on the other one. Song: Marit Larsen – Don’t Save Me

 

 akvariet i Bergen

Address: Nordnesbakken 4, 5005 Bergen
Phone: 55 55 71 71
E-mail: post@akvariet.no


My visit to Oslo Norway Vigeland park

By admin On July 28, 2009 No Comments

Between the Oslo Fjord and the grassy hillsides of Oslomarka lies the Norwegian capital. 
The combination of city life and simple access to outdoor activities makes Oslo a unique destination. 

With a population of about half a million Oslo is also the cultural capital of Norway, with a rich and varied cultural scene. 
You can learn more about the Norwegian Viking history and see the magnificent Viking ships at the Viking Ship Museum in Oslo Norway

You can add interesting city sightseeing in Oslo and Oslo fjord cruises to your tour.

Opera House:
The Norwegian Opera & Ballet wants to open up the house and show off the building’s spectacular architectural framework and all the impressive facilities. You will also gain insight into the activities behind the scenes.
Buying individual tickets for guided tours: Please visit the calendar at the top of the right margin on Operaen’s website, select the date and order tickets. (You can find link to Operaen’s side of this page). Pre-Purchase is recommended when it is sold quickly. Ticket can also be done in our box offices, or via the ticket phone 815 444 88. Single tickets to tours purchased in the same way as the performances, and costs NOK 100, –
Daily guided tours. Norwegian and English throughout the June-July and August.

More video and photo information from Oslo:

 2008 - Juli

Frognerparken a national monument.
The park is the most visited tourist destination, and has a reputation far beyond the Scandinavian Country.
It has an interesting history that can be traced right back to the Middle Ages.

Frogner Park is an oasis, whether it is spring, summer, autumn or winter.
Appealing is that it offers breathing space in a busy weekday.
Frogner Park is a completely separate mood, monumental and magnificent as it is.
One looks long and free from all directions, and Gustav Vigeland’s sculptures are as fascinating as the sun in rain.

 

Vigeland Sculpture Park 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We hereby welcome you to find your Oslo.


Visit Vikna and try Rorbu vacation

By admin On July 27, 2009 No Comments

This summer I visited a place called Rorvik Vikna,  in Nord Trondelag.
We hired a Rorbu in centre of Rørvik on the mainland. It’s fantastic. …
I will recommend Rørvik Rorbuer for a vacation.
Rørvik has over 6000 islands and offers very fishing and other activities linked to the sea, such as canoeing and diving.Rørvik is one of the most active fishery districts in Norway.

Here you have some of my photos from the Island.

Link to Rørvik Rorbuer Gallery
Rorvik-harbor

Diving in Vikna Rørvik area.

Check with Sivert Wiklund on Nærøy Dive.
He has lots of good advice about the dive sites in Vikna and Nærøy, with among others wreck diving,
drift diving, etc. He also has accommodation for a reasonable price.
Driver and shop service of the diving equipment.
Otherwise, it is a paradise for diving in this area as recommended.
Home page to the Nærøyfjord Dykk is: www.ndive.no
Rørvik islet


What to eat in Norway and visit in Oslo

By admin On July 27, 2009 No Comments

Sons of Norway Blog: Norwegian Experience 2009: We’re off and running!

What are you most looking forward to when you travel to Norway? Returning to Oslo and Bergen, seeing new areas along the southern coast (Kristiansand and Stavanger), experiencing the beauty of more fjords and waterfalls, and meeting and …

Enjoy – Food & Travel: 5 best roadside diners in Norway 2009

In order to get better, and more healthy food for those of us traveling along the roads summertime, a group studying nutrition at the University of Oslo and DHL drivers have tested food under offer at diners in Norway. …

Norway:Oslo – July 2009

Vigeland Sculpture Park – obeliskFor Kristi’s birthday this year I took her to Oslo the Capital city of Norway for a weekend break :) Kristi had no idea where.

Vigeland Sculpture Park


Are-you-armed-with-the-right-fishing-accessories

By admin On July 27, 2009 No Comments

Fishing is treated as a serious recreation over and above it being a relaxing activity.
Whichever way you look at it, angling is fun given you are armed with the right accessories.

Here is a list of some of them.
Getting across to the water is a point of concern. One of the oldest ways to travel in water is the kayak , trusted by Alaska Indians.
This need not be the best way to travel, as far as you are concerned.A kayak or canoe can be wavering at the best of times and especially difficult to cope with in the wind but paddling or floating along makes it easy to access good spots to fish undetected.
consern wavering optimal A motor-less rowboat is the best since it allows you to stand up to cast. For short distances, row the boat to reach the fishing spot; for longer distances keep a small trolling motor with you. If you wish to fish in big lakes or rivers, choose a boat with high sides so as to remain secure against large waves. However, pleasure boats with outboards are also used.
Lures
Footwear is one of the most important accessories, especially if you are going to fish beside a lake. If you are not thinking of wading, hip boots can provide the most potential solution as they can be rolled down feather. There is no problem if you use hip boots as stream waders, but chests and hip waders are usually the favoured choice. A tight fitting chest and hip waders should be avoided as they can cause great discomfort to your leg mobility. In addition, tight fitting gear can cause problems at the seams, which eventually leave you wet.

The proper jacket is also a requirement which normally comes in two basic lengths: Long and short. The long jacket is usually worn to wade through shallow water or while fishing from a boat. Wear a short jacket while using chest waders; otherwise, the bottom part of long jackets would dip in water. Always buy a fishing jacket which is equipped with large number of pockets. This makes carrying lure and other necessities very convenient. Another useful accessory is a hat with a visor. This can provide shade while you keep a watch on the waters.

The three stashes of lure and tackle box containers which are the normal accompaniment for any angler, are for the following needs: the first is for home stockpile; the second for the boat and the third is for the car. With this you are prepared for any eventuality. Buying all fishing supplies in large quantities at the start of the season makes good sense. This would keep you prepared even when you go to fish at night.
Norway Fishing

Wilson and Lewis do a spot of cod fishing
Right gear and accessories eventually add a lot of value to the fishing experience. There is nothing as distressing as finding that there is a vital piece of equipment that is missing, just when a prize catch is nearing you.
Being ready is one of the most critical aspects of fishing. This ensures that you can make every moment of your fishing experience memorable.

Fishing Books online.