Decided to swim towards the boat

Svalbard

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July 23rd 2023
Yes! Another absolutely amazing trip!! We spent 10 days on board Ocean Expeditions’ Hondius ship circumnavigating Svalbard. We could not have asked for a better trip. When we booked it, we were a little concerned with the size of the boat and the # of passengers (170), not our usual style. But it was incredibly well organized with excellent guides, lectures and zodiac trips. Sara, the Expedition ... read more

Europe » Norway » Northern Norway » Longyearbyen

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Two centuries of Viking raids into Europe tapered off following the adoption of Christianity by King Olav TRYGGVASON in 994. Conversion of the Norwegian kingdom occurred over the next several decades. In 1397, Norway was absorbed into a union with De... ... read more