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18/7/2020 at 7:18pm
Location: Derbyshire
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Norway and the Fiords are one of my favourite destinations, and we have been lucky enough to cruise them several times over the years. It used to be possible to sail from Newcastle to Bergen, then pick up one of the local ferries to various destinations Up the coastline as far north as Alta. The best time of year to travel is during June and July, when the daylight hours are at their longest, and the weather is at its mildest. During the winter months the daylight hours are very short, visibility is often poor, and many of the tourist areas and hotels are closed down. Tbh, it was mainly Motorhomes that we spotted on the roads and campsites, very few Caravans if any, but also a few sites aimed at backpackers and bunk barn type of accommodation.
For us, the best scenery and experiences were gained from sailing the Fiords, and stopping off at the small towns and villages en-route to the North cape. The Midnight Sun is quite spectacular, the waterfalls stunning, and the North cape and Finmark fascinating to see the lifestyle of the nomads and their herds of reindeer, living in teepees during the Summer months, and Log cabins during the Winter.
Like others have said, the cost of living is rather expensive, and we actually found it cheaper to pic up a cruise ship in the U.K. with an onboard all inclusive deal, than trying to travel around the country independently.
Julia
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Just love to be out amoungst Nature and Wildlife
Celebrating 37 years of Caravanning in 2019, Recently Considered Retiring, but Totally Addicted for Life!
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