About Faroe Islands

The Faroe Islands are an archipelago and autonomous region of Denmark, situated between the Norwegian Sea and the North Atlantic Ocean, halfway between Norway and Iceland. Although offering an unpredictable climate, the 18 Faroe Islands have a rugged beauty comprising steep cliffs, green mountains and areas of unspoilt nature, making them a hiker’s paradise. You can even dive in the crystal clear water, or, if you’re particularly adventurous, take advantage of the excellent surf breaks during the winter months. There are also many fascinating museums giving a detailed insight into the Faroe’s exciting history, featuring various artefacts dating from the Viking Age to the 19th Century. The main port can be found in the capital and largest city, Torshavn, where you can sail to the north Danish coast, making the Faroe Islands a useful gateway to mainland Europe.

About Norway

Norway is the westernmost country on the Scandinavian Peninsula in northern Europe, comprising a mainland, the Svalbard archipelago to the north and the island of Jan Mayen to the west. A country of countless geological delights, Norway leaves even the most seasoned travellers speechless. Best of all, as one of the most sparsely populated countries in Europe, you may even get the deep fjords, vast ice fields, glistening glaciers and mesmerising displays of the Northern Lights all to yourself. Populating these beautiful landscapes are some of the most fascinating and varied animals on the continent; polar bears in Svalbard, Eurasian lynxes, arctic foxes and musk oxen are all common, so be sure to organise a wildlife watching tour. The capital, Oslo, stands on the south coast, boasting internationally acclaimed museums, excellent restaurants and happening nightclubs next to green open spaces and lush forests. It’s easy to reach Norway by ferry, with numerous port cities and ferry terminals all the way from Bergen on the southwest coast to Oslo in the southeast. Aside from the plentiful domestic routes, there are regular international ferry crossings from Scandinavia and northern Germany, too.