Might try to cram in a really quick trip to Oslo....
Sep 17th, 1999, 10:41 AM
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Might try to cram in a really quick trip to Oslo....
I might try to get to Oslo in the next three weeks for a quick 6 day trip before starting a new project (Northwest has really cheap flights). <BR> <BR>Can I get to interesting places in Oslo and Norway quickly? Hotels? Sites? <BR> <BR>Thanks.
Sep 19th, 1999, 01:30 PM
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AJ, <BR>I wouldn't spend more than 1 day in Oslo. The 2 sites in town which are my favorites are: The Vigeland Park, and the Munch museum (if you are an art lover). The other tourist "attractions" didn't attract me. <BR>I would, however, either drive or take the train to Bergen. The route (any route) is BEAUTIFUL. from there, depends if you drive or not, I would drive at least till Geiranger, see all the fjords on the route, don't miss the Jostedal Glacier (easiest from Briksdal). You could drive back to Oslo through Lom. I didn't mention all the sites on the route. Everything is absolutely beautiful. If you had more time, I would recommend going north to Alesund and Kristiansund. <BR>By the way, you can also fly to and/or return from Bergen. KLM (which is a partner company of Northwest) goes there regularly. <BR>I have been in Norway for 5 times. It is so beatiful, you won't regret it. Just don't waist your limited time on Oslo. You'll do much better by avoiding it altogether. <BR>Have a nice trip! <BR>Ada
Sep 20th, 1999, 06:43 AM
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In Oslo itself, Vigeland Park is a MUST see - it's amazing. You could spend half a day there, studying the details of the sculptures, getting the big picture and certainly, people watching. I wouldn't bother going to this local "attraction": the ski-jump - yeah, it's long and I wouldn't want to ski off it, but not worth a trip. Bergen is a good idea, as Ada said.
Sep 20th, 1999, 07:29 AM
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On a prior Scandinavia trip, we spent 3 days in Oslo. Wished we would have had more time there. Go over to Bygdoy(SP?) & visit the Viking ship, maritime, & Thor Hyerdahl(SP?) museums. All are well worth it. Also, depending upon the weather, see the Open Air Museum, which contains historical buildings. Definetly see Vigeland Park & the sculptures. The Castle, & the Resistance(WWII) museum are also worth the time. Again, depending upon the weather, a boat ride on the Oslo Fiord could be enjoyable. Just enjoyed walking thru the town, along the harbor & the mall by the harbor. The Norwegian people that we came in contact with were very friendly. We stayed at the Cecil Hotel, part of the Rainbow chain of hotels. They had a very good smorgasboard breakfast. Again wished we had more time to explore Oslo, but also would have liked to have the time to visit other areas of Norway. That will be another trip.
Oct 1st, 1999, 01:28 PM
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Just returned from Norway on 9-29-99 and had a great time. DO NOT miss Bergen - it is the most wonderful small town. We went on a Fjord 4 hr. cruise - not to be missed. Prices are not cheap but well worth the expense. We stayed at the Rainbow Hotel after a night train ride from Oslo. The price included breakfast at a nearby hotel. We saw the beauty of the train trip when we were leaving Bergen. <BR>
Oct 1st, 1999, 03:59 PM
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Two questions: <BR> <BR>To AJ - Are those Northwest fares as cheap as Iceland Air's current US$399? <BR> <BR>To those that have been there - What's the weather like about 3 weeks from now. I'm in the same situation and thinking of taking a quick jaunt either to Norway, or maybe Finland. <BR> <BR>Thanks. <BR> <BR>
Oct 2nd, 1999, 07:10 PM
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<BR>AJ, I'd say Oslo for two days and Bergen for two or three. Bergen is a must and the "Norway in a Nutshell" train/boat/bus/train trip to Bergen from Oslo is great. Does take all day tho, but wonderful scenery. Nice people, language no problem, very expensive (but the scenery is worth it!) Have a wonderful trip and tell us about when you're home.
