Norwegian Fjords in Unexpected Heat: A Cruise in Scorching 28 Degrees.

An Incredible Cruise Surprised by the Weather in Norway

According to The Sun: So, we were lying on the deck of our luxurious cruise liner at the end of July when the temperature reached 28°C and it was time to get the sunscreen out.

The local ensemble couldn’t stand the heat and canceled their show by the

pool

due to too high temperatures. That happens in Norway. Cruise in Norway in July brought unexpected heat along with stunning landscapes Cruise Travel Image SA The stunning landscapes of Norway looked very green, without ice and snow Getty

Yes, you read that right. Norway is the country where, according to legends, Santa lives with his reindeer, and its beauty was shaped during the Ice Age when glaciers carved out mountains, creating stunning fjords.

When my colleague asked where I was going on vacation this summer, her eyes widened when I confessed I was heading far north to experience the majesty of these fjords.

"But you don’t want to sunbathe on the beach?" she asked.

When I returned, my body had a tan that normally takes two weeks to achieve in the Canaries.

The BBC climate correspondent probably wouldn’t have managed it. I took two sweaters and a waterproof jacket — and never wore them once.

We were waiting for wind and rain, but hoped we could enjoy the fjords in all their beauty when they were not covered with ice and snow.

The advantage was that we saw them in shorts and T-shirts — the sun was warm, and the mountains reflected the water.

We cruised on the Summertime Fjords liner with Ambassador Cruise Line, a company that has been around for just four years but has already gained recognition for its "affordable luxury" service.

This company targets the British market of people over 50 and specializes in what they call "traditional cruising".

This means good food and socializing, thoughtful decor, such as an impressive Centre

Court

area spread over three floors with Wimbledon-themed tennis, and the type of accommodation you can expect in a four-star hotel.

And in our luxurious suite cabin — five-star service, thanks to

Mario

, who was always around, ready to help.

The liner was called Ambience, and the atmosphere was, shall we say, ideal.

After a calm day at sea — even the North Sea was as calm as a cove for boats — we docked in Haugesund and visited the beautiful Akrafjorden.

From there, we took a motorboat to the Langfossen waterfall, where the assistant captain filled a bucket with water from the waterfall and filled the guests' glasses on board.

We were also impressed by a man mowing the roof of his house.

It turns out that grass insulates wonderfully, and when the rain hits, there is not a sound inside.

The next day we headed to Ulvik, a village that looked like a box of chocolates, where we visited a nature center and watched a panoramic film about Norway's breathtaking landscapes, and then spent time by the famous Vøringsfossen waterfall, which has viewing platforms on either side.

The names of villages, waterfalls, and fjords turned out to be not so easy to pronounce.

The Norwegian language is not easy to learn.

Comedienne Pauline Daniels, who performed one night, joked that she told her friends she was going on a cruise to Bergen as it was the only place she could pronounce.

Next, we headed to Flåm (pronounced “Flom”), where we took the "Norway in a Nutshell" tour, in which the railway elevates you to 864 meters to the town of Myrdal, offering breathtaking views.

Bergen was our last stop, the second largest city in Norway, filled with colorful houses and shops Getty

And then we headed to the final destination — Bergen, the port of Norwegian beauty, filled with traditional shops and houses painted yellow, white, or red.

Bergen has suffered more than 30 major fires in its history, which is probably not surprising, as everything here is made of wood.

This is the second largest city in Norway after the capital Oslo, so on Saturday at lunchtime there were noticeably more people, but it could hardly be called a crowd.

If you’re looking for peace, Norway is your place. It is one and a half times larger than Great Britain but has just 5.5 million inhabitants.

For comparison, Greater London has 9 million people. So, there’s plenty of space for everyone in Norway.

Of course, you don’t have to take part in all the excursions on the ship. You can wander through the towns on your own or just relax on board.

The menu here will impress whether you are in the Buckingham service restaurant, in the more casual Borough Market, in the specialized Asian restaurant Saffron, or at Sea And Grass, where they serve a grandeur seven-course tasting menu.

Every night at the 1400-seat Palladium theater, shows take place — there’s a seat for every passenger — performed by a talented troupe that does everything from opera to contemporary rock.

Every bar has talented musicians — pianists, violinists, or saxophonists, with well-organized service that quickly takes drink orders.

Choose the Observatory and enjoy the stars, dancing the night away, or simply relax in a café or library — it’s all your choice.

As we headed home, I longed to take that journey again to see what it looks like when the winter

snow

falls.

I think we would need jackets for that!

This cruise was an incredible adventure that showcased the beauty of Norway at an unusual time for it — during vacations usually associated with heat. In fact, here you can enjoy nature and comfort at a time when many feel like they are heading to an entirely different climate.

The cruise offers the opportunity not just to discover new horizons in travel but also to enjoy exquisite service and a huge number of entertainment options. From culinary discoveries to vibrant evening shows — everyone here will find something to do and something to see.