BRIGHT THINGS ARE AHEAD
Make this year one to remember. Let Princess Cruises take you and your loved ones on a wonderful Nordic adventure
T he great outdoors is always ripe for exploration, but while last year may have seen you seek solace in our native rolling hills and grassy riverbanks, 2021 is offering you the chance to reconnect with the wider world. So, if the thought of exploring new terrains once again gets you excited, set sail for the journey of a lifetime with Princess Cruises.
The 14-Day Search for the Northern Lights cruise is a voyage to the serene shores of Norway. In this magical land of ice and snow you’ll discover breathtaking fjords, panoramic vistas and glistening mountains. You can explore on your own or join one of the many planned excursions, all of which are designed to help you to absorb the local culture.
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the soothing Lotus Spa®, live entertainment, and gourmet cuisine, including the Bayou Café and Steakhouse, which features New Orleans-inspired Cajun and Creole cuisine. Plus, you’ll have ample opportunity to get to know your fellow explorers along the way.
PORT ONE: STAVANGER
Welcome to Norway! As you sail into this beautiful port, you’ll be retracing the steps of the Vikings who conquered these waters more than 1,000 years ago. Stavanger couldn’t be a more TIVJIGX ƤVWX WXST MJ ]SYŭVI OIIR XS experience the country’s natural beauty. Thanks to the region’s mild GPMQEXI MXŭW PYWGMSYW [MXL ƥSVE and fauna. Experience the best of it by joining the excursion to the island of Sør-Hidle to see the Flor Og Fjaere Gardens, a collection of tropical landscaped spaces bursting with colourful displays.
PORT TWO: TROMSØ
Lying just north of the Arctic Circle, Tromsø is home to the northernmost university in the world – The Arctic University of Norway – which gives the city a surprisingly lively buzz, with lots of cosy cafés, restaurants and bars to stop by. If you’re feeling brave, ride the cable car to the summit of Mount Storsteinen and take in the sweeping views of the frozen coastline – how’s that for a fresh perspective? And, if you [ERX ER IZIR FIXXIV ZMI[ ƥ] LMKL with the Tromsø Helicopter Ride, which takes you on a 20-minute tour above the snow-capped mountains and icy fjords.
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People from around the world ƥSGO LIVI XS WIIO SYX XLI IPYWMZI Aurora Borealis (also known as the Northern Lights), a celestial parade of colour that is often found dancing across the sky here. The best way to enjoy the display is to take part in the Northern Lights Safari excursion, at Paeskatun. You’ll get to enjoy ER MRJSVQEXMZI ƤPQ [LMGL SJJIVW an insight into the science behind the natural wonder. Guides here will assist you in capturing beautiful photos, or you can choose to buy a portrait of you and your loved ones with the lights in the background, which makes for a lovely souvenir.
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THE LOFOTEN ISLANDS
Draped across the icy waters of the Norwegian Sea, the tranquil Lofoten Islands offer the perfect opportunity to enjoy a bracing walk along a sweeping beach.
Fill your lungs with the fresh air and feel any stress you may be holding onto melt away. When night falls, you can get to know your fellow travellers at the Magic Ice Bar and Gallery in Svolvaer, a sub-zero experience designed by local artists to represent the bond between man and nature.
PORT FIVE: ÅLESUND
In the early 20th century, a HIZEWXEXMRK ƤVI XSVI XLVSYKL Ålesund. It was rebuilt in the then-popular Art Nouveau style, Jugendstil. Now, it’s one of the prettiest ports in Norway, with colourful buildings adorned with elegant turrets and spires lining the cobbled streets. But the region’s natural beauty is the real star of the show, so don’t miss your chance to take part in the group hike to Sugarlump Mountain – when you reach the top, you’ll be rewarded with a 360-degree view of the stunning verdant landscape.