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posted
19-Jul-2005 21:06
by: romanb »

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13-Jan-2009 12:12
by: romanb »

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Thread Locked Welcome to the Scandinavia Branch!

Welcome to the Thorn Tree's Scandinavia branch.

The countries covered by this branch are: Denmark, Faroe Island, Finland, Greenland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden.

We hope you find plenty of useful information about travelling to Scandinavia here. It is highly recommended that new users check out the Scandinavia FAQ thread before posting a new thread as you may find many of the answers you seek there. It also contains helpful information about how to search the forum, advice for how to post your questions, and obsolete information was deleted as recently as June 2008! If you are a returning user or an Scandinavia guru, please help us keep the FAQ thread up-to-date by adding important information which is absent, or pointing out information which is no longer being represented accurately.

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posted
23-Sep-2003 21:39
by: romanb »

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19-Nov-2009 04:27
by: durhamexile »

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Scandinavia FAQ

The countries covered by this FAQ are: Denmark, Faroe Island, Finland, Greenland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden.

Inside this thread you'll find a collection of information and links to websites about attractions, activities, travel practicalities and news about the countries covered. Have a look at them before asking questions!

Have a good look around before asking your question - quite often your question (or one very similar to it) will have been asked and answered many times already.

When you're ready to ask a question, choose the relevant country from the drop down menu to ensure the most relevant and accurate responses.

Please feel free to add any other useful advice you might have inside this thread!

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posted
26-Dec-2009 12:29
by: volsung »

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26-Dec-2009 12:29
by: volsung »

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Saga od Ze Volsungs

Hi, Iv been reading abit about the viking sagas and am curious about the Odin mind set of your anchient ancestors. Is there a movie about Volsungs Saga, no??? well why not, Any hot shot scandi movie directors make a movie about the volsungs saga

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posted
24-Dec-2009 05:41
by: Nautiker »

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26-Dec-2009 16:43
by: sndr »

3 replies , 87 views location: Finland

Helsinki NYE

had a spur of the moment decision to fly to Helsinki after Christmas. I have been there before, yet never for NYE - anything special I should be aware of? fireworks along the Esplanadi and around Senate's Square? besides: any tips on nice restaurants/bistros in general (i.e. not alone NYE)? my guidebook is getting old, thus recommendations would be welcome (budget: low-medium). finally, any recommendations for an area for hikes/walks in the snow? Suomenlinna looks obvious, what else is easily accessible by public transport, perhaps there are some pleasant paths along the bays towards Otaniemi? or even further away? I know these are some pretty vague questions, so thanks to anyone who's taking their time to reply. note: I'm leaving on the 28th and probably won't check this thread again as long as I'm in Finland, so no need to post after that date ;-)

again: thanks, and Merry Christmas! more »

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posted
23-Dec-2009 20:31
by: taminator911 »

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26-Dec-2009 22:26
by: Bjoern »

9 replies , 215 views

Commonly used language in Europe?

Will be traveling to Europe next year but have no idea what countries yet. I want to learn a little bit of a language that is widely spoken throughout Europe. I speak English only. :-( Would it be best to learn Italian, Spanish, French? I've talked with a few travellers who said English is commonly spoken in the larger cities. But I would love to be able to communicate with people on a more personal basis in another language. Hope this makes sense.

Thanks!

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posted
23-Dec-2009 19:13
by: windipence »

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25-Dec-2009 03:38
by: johnthefinn »

1 replies , 67 views location: Denmark

Emergency: CPH-Münich trains - passport control??

Got a major problem.

I'm a swedish citizen, travelling from Copenhagen to Münich by train.

I've lost my brain and forgot my passport in a place where I can't get hold of it before I go.

Do they regularly check passports on the over-night trains?

Thanks!

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posted
22-Dec-2009 20:49
by: taricha »

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25-Dec-2009 01:34
by: Trine DB »

5 replies , 127 views location: Norway

Hurtigruten boats

We, from Australia, plan to travel on one of the boats cruising along the fjords of Norway.
Could anybody help with recommendations of the Hurtigruten or any other boats travelling from Bergen?
Many thanks

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posted
22-Dec-2009 12:25
by: chrisandsheena »

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22-Dec-2009 21:53
by: activezone »

3 replies , 93 views location: Norway

oslo to lofoten

hi

in july/august2010 im thinking of going on a climbing trip to lofoten island. i am flying in to oslo then someone said to get the train to bodo and the ferry to lofoten island.
how long shoudl i plan for the journey from oslo all the way to lofoten?

also has anyone climbed there before im taking a trad course there and would like to climb some more after and explore a little any advice?

cheers chris

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posted
22-Dec-2009 02:12
by: pnoth »

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23-Dec-2009 01:55
by: Borkur »

6 replies , 162 views location: Iceland

Photo identification

Hi all,

I am trying to tag (= identify) all my pictures from a 5 weeks long trip through Iceland. There is one I cannot properly locate: a memorial with several dozens white crosses, along the ring road. It was somewhere between Selfoss and Borgarnes. But where exactly, and what was the memorial for ?

Here is the picture on my cousin's website: http://www.upsilon.ch/en/viewimage.php?imgid=3971

Thx

Philippe

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posted
21-Dec-2009 08:07
by: johnnyc123 »

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26-Dec-2009 20:55
by: johnnyc123 »

3 replies , 134 views location: Finland

Travelling alone to Helsinki from 19'th January to 1'st of February

Hi All,

my name is John i'm 23 years old from Tasmania, Australia
I'll be travelling alone to Helsinki from Australia on the 18'th and arriving in Helsinki for the 19'th

I'm looking to travel around, do some sight seeing and the usual things! but would prefer to meet and be around people of my age preferably Finns.

I would be most interested in doing structured / guided tours with groups, such as adventure tours and other activities.

Unfortunately no Contiki tours or Top Deck tours seem to operate out of Helsinki..

Any suggestions?

Cheers,
John

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posted
19-Dec-2009 14:21
by: callippo »

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24-Dec-2009 01:37
by: rjsol »

7 replies , 219 views location: Norway

Noway infrastructure.

I was talking to this Swede in a bar in the Philippines last night.

the conversation got round to Norwegians and how so many of them seem to be coming here these days and throwing their money at everything, especially if it's about 20, female, and wearing a short skirt.

they seem to have loads of dosh but he said that compared to Sweden, the infrastructure, and especially the roads, are crap.

is this true?

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posted
18-Dec-2009 19:55
by: jewel70 »

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18-Dec-2009 19:55
by: jewel70 »

0 replies , 73 views

Rovaniemi Accommodation

Can anyone recommend family friendly accommodation in Rovaniemi for xmas 2010? We will be there for 3 nights and are visiting the Santa Clause Village.

Thanks

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posted
18-Dec-2009 08:56
by: caitlinb »

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18-Dec-2009 08:56
by: caitlinb »

0 replies , 79 views location: Iceland

need somewhere to stay in Reykjavik over Xmas & New Year's?

Hi! I'm an American living in Iceland in a honey of a flat--in the Vesturbaer neighborhood of Reykjavik (an old suburb, now pretty much considered to be part of the downtown area) right on the sea with views of the Reykjanes peninsula. Anyway, I have to go home unexpectedly from December 21 til January 4. If you are coming to Reykjavik during that time and are interested in staying at my place, send me an email at caitlin.meleney@gmail.com.

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posted
16-Dec-2009 22:59
by: brancellao »

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17-Dec-2009 08:29
by: yba »

3 replies , 172 views location: Norway

Preikestolen from Svalbard. Getting there on March

Hi, we'll visit Norway on the late March-April and wish visit the Preikestolen from Svalbard. Anyone could confirm that is possible reach the Prekestolen via public transport (ferry plus bus for example) on this dates?

thanks in advance

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posted
15-Dec-2009 22:22
by: cakata »

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22-Dec-2009 21:59
by: activezone »

2 replies , 175 views location: Sweden

long weekend at stockholm

Hi everybody,
I have decided to spend a weekend somewhere ''fantastic'' instead of sitting and itching on the sofa. I might be impolite to say that but spending the whole 48 hours doing nothing but watching tv and reading is a spreading sickness of all older travelers, you get stuck in and become lazier; change your preferences and live completely lost weekends. This time no; I will be the host to my wife and walk/window-shop/xmass shop/dine/enjoy good music/watch dance in beatifull and fantastic Stockholm! and thats where you Stockholmers come into the picture! I have booked Electra (at royal opera), Ek, Laguan & Baryshnikov(at Dancenhus) but I have 3 Nights to dine 3 full days to walk around needing great ideas. As it is in my home town the best places known by locals only. Can yu help me to organize fantastic weekend for us,the 60 years oldies, feeling 40. Do you recomend any pla... more »

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posted
15-Dec-2009 21:54
by: Aneczka »

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16-Dec-2009 08:41
by: Martin2008 »

2 replies , 176 views location: Norway

Norwegian Western Fjords with a 10 month old baby

I posted that same message on the Kids to Go forum.

Dear fellow travelling parents,
We are planning on visiting Norway with our, by then, 10 month old baby. We are planning on renting a vacation home somewhere in the Western/South-Western Fjords and using it as a base for one day trips. Which region, town or village would you recommend? We will have a car, so getting to places won’t be a problem. What we are looking for is an area with stunning views (I know, I know, it’s true for most of Norway) and hiking paths that can easily be managed with a baby on our back.
I would appreciate any suggestions on places to stay, but also itineraries and experiences on hiking with a baby.
Best wishes,
Aneczka

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posted
15-Dec-2009 05:17
by: Copepod »

last reply
17-Dec-2009 02:54
by: steinarh »

5 replies , 182 views location: Norway

Nordic ski hire in Tromso

I'm planning to vist friends in Tromso, Norway for a few days in Feb 2010. As it takes 2 flight legs with Norwegian Airlines in each direction from / to London Gatwick, via Oslo, extra costs for taking my own nordic skis are quite high. So, I'm thinking about taking my own boots (leather with three holes for pins on skis) and hiring / borrowing nordic skis for a day or two. I've found this: "Cycle and ski hire, Intersport Sportshuset, Storgata 87, phone +47 77 66 11 00." at http://www.destinasjontromso.no/english/useful_info_faq.html but can't search any Norwegian language sites very well. If anyone can help with any other hire places and an idea of costs, that would be much appreciated. Obviously, I've asked my friends, too, but perhaps other travellers can help too? Many thanks. more »

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