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Alesund – Norway's Art Nouveau Town

December 2, 2009 By Helen Page 1 Comment

Alesund, Norway's Art Nouveau Town

A fairytale town of towers, turrets and ornaments, Ålesund is Norway’s art nouveau town.

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Trondheim – Norway's Coronation City

December 1, 2009 By Helen Page 1 Comment

Var Frue Kirke, Trondheim, Norway

Trondheim has a special place in Norwegian culture and history. As Norway’s first capital, Trondheim is up till today Norway’s Coronation city and a popular destination for pilgrims.

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Norwegian Christmas Traditions

November 30, 2009 By Helen Page 1 Comment

Christmas Street Decorations, Norway

Christmas is a very special time for Norwegians and in many parts of the country it is still celebrated in a very traditional way. With the whole country pretty much covered in snow, it’s a truly White Christmas in Norway.

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Cruising Norway’s Spectacular Coastline with Hurtigruten

November 29, 2009 By Helen Page 11 Comments

Hurtigruten's Richard With

Hurtigruten 12-day Norwegian Coastal Voyage from Bergen-Kirkenes-Bergen is a spectacular voyage showcasing Norway’s scenic coastline, its rich sea heritage and the life of communities along the coastal stretch.

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Norway | Shopping

May 17, 2009 By Helen Page Leave a Comment

Shops at Christmas, Norway

Norway is an expensive country for most visitors outside of the Scandinavian region, but the quality is good.

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Kirkenes Snow Hotel – Kirkenes, Norway

May 10, 2009 By Helen Page 1 Comment

Kirkenes Snow Hotel Bedroom, Norway

A night at the Kirkenes Snow Hotel promises to be the ultimate in Arctic experience.

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