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The following hotel list is preliminary and subject to change. Although we contract our hotels a year in advance, unforeseen situations do occasionally occur. Should it be necessary to change a hotel, one of equal quality and value will be substituted. You will receive verified hotel information with your final itinerary. Please note that hotel ratings are based on the Hotel and Travel Index, a leading travel industry authority on hotels throughout the world.
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Radisson SAS Royal Hotel
Bergen, Norway
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The Superior First-Class Radisson SAS Royal Hotel is located downtown on the famous Bryggen, the picturesque harbor waterfront dating back to 1702. The hotel’s traditional architectural style perfectly harmonizes with its atmospheric surroundings. The hotel features a restaurant, bar, nightclub, indoor swimming pool, weight-training facilities, and a relaxing sauna and solarium. Guest rooms have a TV, radio, phone with voicemail, Internet access, in-room safe, minibar, trouser press, and private bath.
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Radisson SAS Norge Hotel
Bergen, Norway
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Bergen’s most prestigious and historic hotel, the Superior First-Class Radisson SAS Hotel Norge is located in the heart of the city adjacent to the city park. The hotel is rich in culture and is within walking distance of all the city’s attractions, historical sites and the modern shopping district. The guest rooms have Scandic design and are smaller in nature, but the hotel provides an excellent location near the city park.
The hotel offers 345 rooms (fully refurbished by March 2007) that include suites and Business Class room and offer high-quality amenities including free broadband. The hotel has a Spa with swimming pool, Jacuzzi and sauna.
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Hurtigruten Norwegian Coastal Vessel
Norway
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 You'll sail aboard one of the delightful coastal vessels, Hurtigruten.These compact, sturdy ships transport local passengers and deliver
goods to communities tucked into the dramatically beautiful coastline.
With most of the population of Norway living near the sea, there's no
better way to get close to the local culture! You'll find that your
ship is surprisingly comfortable and well-appointed, with a panoramic
lounge, a dining room serving tasty Norwegian fare, and front and top
decks for viewing the passing scenery. Your cabin features two lower beds and a private bath with shower.
You can choose from a selection of cabin categories:
Outside cabins: Categories U, P, N, L
Inside cabins: Category I
Millennium Class
Norwegian Coastal Voyages' newest vessels, the ms Midnatsol and ms Finnmarkenwere built within the last four years. They accommodate over 650 passengers
and have larger decks and 40% more berths than the Contemporary class
ships. Both ships boast panoramic lounges, a gym, saunas, Internet
café, conference facilities, a small outdoor pool, and jacuzzis.
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ms Finnmarken
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 Built 2002, The MS Finnmarken is a beautifully appointed ship, decorated in Art Nouveau style, reminiscent of the first Coastal Voyage ships in Old World elegance. Eleven Norwegian artists have put the finishing touches on the interior with drawings, watercolors, oil paintings, charcoal drawings and sculptures. All cabins have a safe, refridgerator, telephone and TV. The fitness center with sauna and a massage room is located on Deck 8. You'll also find a hair salon, internet cafe and outdoor swimming pool on Deck 7. Several restaurants, bards and indoor and outdoor cafes are available throughout the ship, as well as numerous panoramic lounges and observation areas.
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ms Midnatsol or ms Trollfjord
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The ms Midnatsol and ms Trollfjord have a modern design, with extensive use of Norwegian materials. The name Midnatsol means "Midnight Sun," and the ships interior is dedicated to the Norwegian summer. Large glass surfaces allow the outside light to enter, creating a proximity to nature throughout the ship. She has a large two-story panoramic lounge on the two upper decks and a top deck with saunas, a gym, a bar, and a large sundeck with a small swimming pool and jacuzzi. Deck 5 houses the main restaurant, cafés, an arcade with playroom, shops, and lounges. Deck 8 also has several lounges, including an Internet café, TV lounge, and a library. There are 23 beautifully appointed suites, some with a balcony. All cabins have telephones. The suites and inside cabins all have TVs.
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ms Trollfjord
Hurtigruten
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 The ms Trollfjord has a
winter theme with a modern design, featuring Norwegian wood and stone
throughout the interior. Large windows have been installed throughout
the ship to let the light and scenery into the public areas, and even
the elevators are made out of glass. The works of Norwegian artists
decorate the ship's interior. The sauna and fitness area, as well as
the small swimming pool and Jacuzzi, are located on the top deck, where
passengers can enjoy the spectacular views from the large outdoor area
or from the panoramic balcony. On deck 8 are numerous bars, panoramic
areas, a libray, and an Internet café. Deck 5 houses two restaurants
and several cafés. There are 23 suites, 5 with balconies. Suites and
inside cabins have TVs.
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