The MS Spitsbergen at Bodo

Crossing the Arctic circle

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February 24th 2017
We crossed the arctic circle. We knew this because there was a little globe on a stand on an island we passed by. There was also an onboard activity where you were initiated into the Arctic Circle by having ice cubes and ice water poured down your back. Your reward was a shot of spirit of some type. So glad I don’t drink …. I have been working hard to stay warm – ice cubes down my back was n ... read more

Europe » 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