How to Plan a Summer Vacation in Scandinavia
Geographically, Scandinavia includes Norway, Sweden and a small part of Finland. Nordic territories include Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark and Iceland. Follow these steps to plan a summer holiday in Norway, Sweden and part of Finland.
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Things You'll Need
- A pencil or pen and paper
- An Internet connection
- A telephone
- A credit card
Instructions
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Consider your budget to decide how much you can afford to spend on your hotel stay, airfare, ferries, attractions, meals and tips.
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Collect passports, birth certificates and an additional photo ID for each person in your travel party. Passports valid for 6 months beyond your intended return are required. Travel visas are not required for stays less than 90 days.
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Decide whether or not you'd like to be in Scandinavia for the "Midnight Sun," when there will be sunlight 24 hours a day.
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Create a list of countries, cities, festivals and events you'd like to see or participate in.
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Make a list of amenities you want the most in your accommodations.
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Search Hotels.com (see Web site below) for hotels, motels and inns that meet your criteria of price, location and amenities.
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Ask your travel agent or search your favorite online travel broker for packages including transportation and a hotel stay that fits your bill.
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Pack your suitcases and remember to bring sunscreen, bug repellent and light clothing.
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Print out your itinerary to bring along with you.
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Check the weather a couple days before departure to allow you to pack properly.
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Tips & Warnings
Most Scandinavians speak English with a British accent.
If you visit during the "Midnight Sun" and have trouble sleeping, try darkening the windows or closing the blinds. If that doesn't work, ask for assistance. You won't be the first person to take issue with the sun being out all day and night.
"Midnight Sun" occurs in various parts of Norway at varying times of the summer. If you have difficulty sleeping or expect 24-hour sunlight will take away from the enjoyment of your vacation, avoid the following places during the following dates: Longyerbyen (Spitzbergen) from April 20 through August 20 Nordkap from May 14 through July 30 Hammerfest from May 16 through July 27 Tromso, Hausberg from May 20 through July 22 Narvik, Hausberg from May 25 through July 18 Lofoten and Vesterålen from Late May through Mid July Bodo from July 4 through July 8
