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LUXURIOUS NORWEGIAN FJORD CRUISES WITH SEABOURN
Explore the Norwegian fjords under the midnight sun in ultra luxury on the all-suite 208-guest yacht Seabourn Pride or the 450-guest 2010-built Seabourn Sojourn. Cruise Norway's partnership with Seabourn is now making this affordable. The all-inclusive cruises are up to 65 percent off. Experience the Arctic landscape and wildlife while cruising in luxury. Please call us at 1-800-334-6544 or +1-212-480-4521 (international) and ask about our FLEX SAVINGS plan.

June 5, 2012: Seabourn Sojourn, 10-day Norwegian Fjord cruise from Hamburg to Copenhagen
05 Jun 2012 Hamburg, Germany 05:00 PM
1 06 Jun 2012 At Sea (North Sea) CO
2 07 Jun 2012 Stavanger, Norway 08:00 AM 06:00 PM
3 08 Jun 2012 Bergen, Norway 08:00 AM 05:00 PM
4 09 Jun 2012 Olden, Norway TR 08:00 AM 06:00 PM
5 10 Jun 2012 Alesund, Norway 08:00 AM 11:00 PM
6 11 Jun 2012 Geiranger, Norway TR 08:00 AM 05:00 PM
7 12 Jun 2012 At Sea (Norwegian Sea) CO 10:00 AM
8 13 Jun 2012 Oslo, Norway 10:00 AM 08:00 PM
9 14 Jun 2012 Gotenburg, Sweden 08:00 AM 06:00 PM
10 15 Jun 2012 Copenhagen, Denmark 07:00 AM

Rates from US$5,395 per person.

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Hamburg
The residents of Hamburg have retained the independent spirit which earned this autonomous commercial center its 'Free City' designation in the Middle Ages. One of Germany's principal ports, Hamburg is surrounded by enormous dock areas and the gaudy, licentious Reeperbahn (which translates loosely to 'Anchorage of Joy') is fully prepared to offer every form of entertainment to the world's sailors. The vaudeville acts at the Hansa-Theater are bright and clever (and language is no barrier). The Kunsthalle (art museum) boasts an outstanding collection of 16th- and 20th-century masterpieces, and the Renaissance Rathaus (city hall) sits atop some 4,000 piles driven into marshy ground proving that the engineers of Hamburg have been skilled and imaginative for centuries.

Stavanger
A Romanesque cathedral and old medieval lanes blend beautifully with Stavanger's modern city and spectacular countryside. In 872, when Harald Fairhair won the Battle of Hafrsfjord near Stavanger, he united Norway for the first time. Huge harvests of brisling, herring and sardines have made the key of a sardine can the city symbol. Today, the town is the center of Norway's oil industry, and has become one of the country's most cosmopolitan cities.

Bergen
With its mountain backdrop and painted wood houses, Norway's second-largest city is one of the country's most appealing places. In the 14th century, the port of Bergen was a Hanseatic trading center and for a time, the country's capital. The buildings on Bryggen, as the Hanseatic Wharf is called, are collectively a UNESCO designated World Heritage Site. The harbor-side market, the lovely parks and the shopping district are all best suited to explore on foot. Take a ride on a funicular up to the 1,050-foot-high Floeien lookout, or head to 13th-century Bergenhus Fortress and 16th-century Rosenkrantz Tower to feel transported back in time.

Olden
The village of Olden is situated on the southernmost of three short branches at the end of Nordfjord. As far back as the turn of the last century, cruise ships have been coming here to offer their passengers excursions to the Kjenndal and Briksdal glaciers. The scenery along the fjord is varied and quite beautiful. The peaceful valleys and well-kept farms stand in utter contrast to the stark whiteness of the glaciers and the towering mountains. Olden was for many years home to American landscape artist William H. Singer, scion of a Pittsburgh steel family. A philanthropist, Singer paid to have a road and the regional hospital built here in Olden.

Alesund
Stretching into the Borgundfjord and backed by the Sunnmoere Alps, Aalesund abounds with natural beauty. The town itself dates from the 9th century, when it was a Viking base for establishing settlements in France. Following a great fire in 1904, Aalesund was rebuilt in the popular Art Nouveau style of the time. Today, the towers, turrets and romantic facades make this one of the loveliest towns in all of Norway. The city is also the world's largest supplier of "klippfisk," or dried cod, but the main attraction by far is the scenic beauty of Aalesund's fjords and surrounding peaks, including 550-foot Mt. Aksla.

Geiranger
Each of Norway's fjords has its own special attraction, but one of the most outstanding is without doubt the Geirangerfjord. Breathtaking waterfalls with names like 'The Seven Sisters' and 'The Suitor' course down steep, opposing cliffs which loom over the deep, narrow waterway.At the head of the fjord lies the charming village of Geiranger. Its inhabitants are mostly self-sustaining, building their own homes, furniture and boats, and spinning their wool during the long winter months when the area is cut off from the rest of the world.Geiranger is a popular starting point for spectacular mountain rides full of hairpin turns, stunning scenery and splendid views.

Oslo
Norway's capital lies at the head of the majestic Oslofjord and dates back to the mid-11th century. Arriving by ship, your first sight is the imposing Akershus Fortress towering above the docks. Vigeland Sculpture Park holds astonishing sculptures in granite, bronze and iron. The interior of the City Hall features Socialist modernism in its purest form. Edvard Munch, the famous Norwegian artist, bequeathed an extensive collection to the museum that bears his name. Sagas of Norway's explorations are preserved in the polar ship Fram, and the Viking Ship Museum.

Gotenburg, Sweden
Officially founded by King Gustav II Adolph around 1620, Gothenburg's roots go back as far as the 11th century. Now Sweden's second-largest city and busiest port, the city has a population of just under half a million. Home to the Volvo automobile plant, Gothenburg's other industries include ship maintenance, brewing and distilling, textiles and cabinet making. Its cathedral, Gustavii Domkyrka, dates back to 1633, while its Opera House was just opened in 1994.

Copenhagen, Denmark
Denmark's capital is arguably one of the world's best-loved cities, and certainly the liveliest of all the Scandinavian capitals. It is a gracious and comfortable place, with a decidedly friendly, hospitable and fun-loving atmosphere. If there is such a thing as a cozy city, Copenhagen is it. From the lingering memory of the tales of Hans Christian Andersen to the colored lights of Tivoli Gardens, there is a delightful ambience that surrounds the visitor everywhere. Tidy, narrow streets are lined with tempting restaurants and cafes, and the pedestrian-only Stroget abounds with stylish shops. The spirited Copenhageners are imaginative and unconventional and exude a "do-what-you-want" philosophy that embraces and respects almost all aspects of life. Every friendly Dane you meet further illustrates the city's motto "Wonderful, wonderful, Copenhagen."

June 26, 2012: Seabourn Pride 16-day Norwegian Fjords and North Cape cruise from Copenhagen to Stockholm
26 Jun 2012 Copenhagen, Denmark 05:00 PM
1 27 Jun 2012 At Sea (North Sea) CO
2 28 Jun 2012 Stavanger, Norway 07:00 AM 05:00 PM
3 29 Jun 2012 Floro, Norway TR 10:00 AM 06:00 PM
4 30 Jun 2012 At Sea (Norwegian Sea) CO
5 01 Jul 2012 Svolvaer (Lofoten), Norway 09:00 AM 05:00 PM
6 02 Jul 2012 Tromso, Norway 08:00 AM 04:00 PM
7 03 Jul 2012 Honningsvag, Norway 10:00 AM 10:00 PM
7 03 Jul 2012 Scenic Cruising North Cape SE
8 04 Jul 2012 At Sea (Norwegian Sea) CO
9 05 Jul 2012 At Sea
10 06 Jul 2012 Alesund, Norway 09:00 AM 05:00 PM
11 07 Jul 2012 Scenic cruising Sognefjord SE
11 07 Jul 2012 Flam, Norway TR 10:00 AM 08:00 PM
12 08 Jul 2012 Scenic cruising Hjelterfjord SE
12 08 Jul 2012 Bergen, Norway 08:00 AM 06:00 PM
13 09 Jul 2012 At Sea (North Sea) CO
14 10 Jul 2012 Copenhagen, Denmark 08:00 AM 05:00 PM
15 11 Jul 2012 At Sea
16 12 Jul 2012 Stockholm, Sweden 07:00 AM

Rates from US$6499 per person.

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Floro
Florø is a town in the county of Sogn og Fjordane, Norway. The town was founded on the Florelandet island between the Botnafjorden and Solheimsfjorden by royal decree in 1860. In 2009, the city of Florø had 8,448 inhabitants.Florø is Norway's (and thus the Scandinavian Peninsula's) westernmost town, west of Amsterdam, Brussels, and Nice. The municipality is named after the farm Flora and the town is located on an island. The basis for the foundation of the town was the rich herring fisheries, symbolised by the three herrings in the municipality's coat of arms. Fishing is still an important part of the economy, in addition to shipbuilding and service industries.

Svolvaer (Lofoten)
Huddled together in what appears to be a wall of solid rock, the Lofotens are actually several islands. Their scenery, revealed when the ice disappeared from the last Ice Age, is held to be among the most dramatic in Norway. Svolvaer, located on the island of Austvaagoey, received town status in 1996, and is the Lofotens' most important city with about 4,500 residents. Dominating the town is the mountain peak called Svolvaergeita, a beacon for climbers. Fishermen flock here when the Norwegian Arctic cod enters the Vestfjord to spawn. Artists prize the picturesque setting and extraordinary light conditions.

Tromso
Many a polar expedition has begun from Tromsoe. The town was founded in 1794, but its roots go back to Hanseatic and, even earlier to Viking times. Situated inside the Arctic Circle on the forest-clad island of Troms, this spirited city is linked to the mainland by the spectacular Tromsobrua Bridge, built in 1960. During WWII, Tromsoe was one of the few places in northern Norway to escape bombing, and a number of old wood buildings still remain. At the Tromsoe Museum, the exhibits include an extensive display on the people of Lapland. The town also boasts both the world's northernmost university and brewery.

Honningsvag
The perpendicular cliffs of Nordkapp, or the North Cape, mark the very top of the European continent. This ultimate destination has long drawn adventurous royalty including Oscar II, King of Norway and Sweden, who visited in 1873, and followed by the King of Siam in 1907. The North Cape is located on the island of Mageroey, a name derived from a word that means "meager." While the landscape may have a lunar appearance, it is not really so isolated. Just 21 miles away, the main town, Honningsvåg, has some 4,000 inhabitants. In summer that number swells when the Sami people and their reindeer settle on the outskirts of town.

Flaam
The village of Flaam enjoys a spectacular location at the very end of the Aurlandsfjord, a branch of the mighty Sognefjord. Surrounded by sheer mountain walls, this Scandinavian village is straight out of a picture postcard. Flaam is best known for its beautiful scenery and the breathtaking railroad journey that can transport you through its splendor.

Stockholm, Sweden
Sweden's capital has been called the most beautiful city in the world. This "city that floats on water" sprawls over 14 islands that are linked by over 50 bridges, which cross winding waterways in all directions. To the east is an archipelago of thousands of islands in different shapes, sizes and contours. Venice, for all its gondolas, does not approach the water traffic of Stockholm. The hundreds of small boats that line the inlets and canals testify to the passion of every family to own and sail a boat.

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June 29, 2012: Seabourn Sojourn 14-day Majestic Fjords and North Cape cruise roundtrip Copenhagen
29 Jun 2012 Copenhagen, Denmark 05:00 PM
1 30 Jun 2012 At Sea (North Sea) CO
2 01 Jul 2012 Flam, Norway TR 09:00 AM 06:00 PM
3 02 Jul 2012 Alesund, Norway 10:00 AM 08:00 PM
4 03 Jul 2012 At Sea (Norwegian Sea) CO
5 04 Jul 2012 Leknes, Norway TR 08:00 AM 05:00 PM
6 05 Jul 2012 Tromso, Norway 10:00 AM 06:00 PM
7 06 Jul 2012 Honningsvag, Norway 10:00 AM 10:00 PM
8 07 Jul 2012 At Sea
9 08 Jul 2012 At Sea
10 09 Jul 2012 Olden, Norway TR 09:00 AM 06:00 PM
11 10 Jul 2012 Bergen, Norway 08:00 AM 06:00 PM
12 11 Jul 2012 Stavanger, Norway 08:00 AM 05:00 PM
13 12 Jul 2012 Cruising the Skagerrak Strait SE
14 13 Jul 2012 Copenhagen, Denmark 07:00 AM

Rates from US$7,325 per person.

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Leknes
Leknes is the most populous municipality in Lofoten and Vesterålen in North Norway. The town is situated in the geographical middle of Lofoten and has 2,647 inhabitants. Leknes is the trading and shopping centre of Lofoten, only rivalled by Svolvær. Leknes is one of the few towns in Lofoten which is not based upon fisheries and which does not have its town centre by the sea. Because of this, and because of its rapid growth in recent years, it does not have the same traditional wooden architecture as most other towns in Lofoten, and may thus not be regarded to be as picturesque as its neighbouring fishing villages. However, the natural surroundings are regarded to be among the most stunning in Norway, with mountains, peaks, cliffs and white sandy beaches. The old school of the neighborhood Fygle has been converted into a museum.

July 27, 2012: Seabourn Sojourn 10-day Scenic Norway and Fjord cruise roundtrip Copenhagen
27 Jul 2012 Copenhagen, Denmark 05:00 PM
1 28 Jul 2012 At Sea (Norwegian Sea) SE
2 29 Jul 2012 Eidfjord, Norway 07:00 AM 04:00 PM
2 29 Jul 2012 Scenic Cruising Eidfjord SE
2 29 Jul 2012 Scenic cruising Hardangerfjord SE
2 29 Jul 2012 Scenic cruising Hjelterfjord SE
3 30 Jul 2012 Scenic Cruising Hellefjord SE
3 30 Jul 2012 Floro, Norway TR 09:00 AM 06:00 PM
4 31 Jul 2012 Geiranger, Norway TR 08:00 AM 06:00 PM
4 31 Jul 2012 Cruising Geirangerfjord SE
5 01 Aug 2012 Alesund, Norway 08:00 AM 06:00 PM
6 02 Aug 2012 Scenic cruising Hjelterfjord SE
6 02 Aug 2012 Bergen, Norway 08:00 AM 05:00 PM
7 03 Aug 2012 Kristiansand, Norway 11:00 AM 07:00 PM
8 04 Aug 2012 Oslo, Norway 08:00 AM 06:00 PM
8 04 Aug 2012 Scenic cruising Oslo Fjord SE
9 05 Aug 2012 Skagen, Denmark 08:00 AM 06:00 PM
10 06 Aug 2012 Copenhagen, Denmark 07:00 AM

Rates from US$5,385 per person

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Eidfjord
This charming village is nestled deep in fjord country, in the northern reaches of the mighty Hardangerfjord. Eidfjord was built on sand and gravel moraines that remained from the last Ice Age. Today, Eidfjord is a gateway to Hardangervidda, Norway's largest national park, and a hiker's paradise. Waterfalls such as the Voeringsfoss, which tumble 600 feet to the floor of the Maaboedal Valley, are also a prime attraction. The River Eid offers good trout and salmon fishing amid some of Norway's most magnificent scenery.

Kristiansand
The colorful yellow, red and white houses of Kristiansand cluster around the town's 17th-century Gothic cathedral. This South Coast town, situated on an estuary of the Otra River, was founded in 1641 by Christian IV, King of Denmark and Norway. The picturesque Old Town, called "Kvadraturen" in Norwegian, is known for its right-angled street plan, inspired by Renaissance classicism. Much of the town was destroyed during the intense bombing of WWII, and reconstructed in the vibrant colors you see today.

Skagen, Denmark
At the tip of Jutland, Skagen is a summer retreat with long stretches of beach and a luminous light that has long inspired painters.

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WHY SEABOURN?

▪ Intimate yachts with just 104 or 225 suites. A Seabourn yacht has expansive open decks, inviting social spaces, and the personalized attention of an exceptional crew.

▪ Unique itineraries to must-see cities and hidden gems where larger ships cannot go. Each cruise is a hand-picked collection of fascinating places, and each day brings a new opportunity for authentic discovery — another chance to explore your world in a personal and meaningful way.

▪ Intuitive, gracious service provided by a staff passionate about pleasing our guests. It is supremely relaxing to be looked after by thoughtful hosts, whose knack for anticipating what you might like borders on the clairvoyant.

▪ Spacious, all-suite accommodations with sweeping ocean views — many with verandas. Seabourn suites are thoughtfully appointed and inviting, designed as homes-away-from-home with room to unwind or entertain.

▪ Fine wines poured at lunch and dinner, and open bars throughout the yacht. Meet and mingle with fellow guests in a carefree atmosphere, where no one has to pick up the tab.

▪ All dining venues are complimentary — dine where, when and with whom you wish. From casual to elegant, indoors, al fresco or in your suite, a range of choices invites you to be spontaneous.

▪ Gourmet dining experiences that rival the finest restaurants anywhere. From French fries to foie gras, every dish served on Seabourn receives the expert attention of highly skilled and imaginative chefs. The finest ingredients are selected with care, perfectly prepared to your order, and served with pride.

▪ Complimentary welcome champagne and in-suite bar stocked with your preferences. Soft drinks, beer and mineral water, complete glassware and your favorite wines or spirits are ready for your enjoyment or for entertaining.

▪ Tipping is neither required nor expected — service simply to delight you. Our award-winning staff is driven only by their sincere desire to please, and with a smile that comes from the heart.

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