stinks like hell

An Arctic Adventure

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September 16th 2016
While waiting at Bodo docks for the ferry to take our entourage to the Lofoten Islands, I glanced at the North Atlantic Ocean and observed a smooth and still slate grey expanse – not a wave to be seen. I turned to impart this good news to Wendy the Navigator only to find her ensconced in life belts and guzzling sea sickness tablets. This calm sea was just a front and soon we would be getting bat ... read more

Europe » Norway » Northern Norway

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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