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Island Hopping in Alesund

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August 30th 2017
We seem to be getting into our groove, starting with breakfast in the Lido. I got two of the demitasse cups of Swiss Muesli and some rolls, cold cuts and cheese for my “Continental Breakfast”. Sharon is sticking with French Toast because it’s not a “Waffle Day”. Alesund is the main island of a group comprising a region of islands. James Arness has grandparents who emigrated from this ar ... read more

Europe » Norway » Western Norway » Ålesund

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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