The Nordic Company knows that sometimes life gets so busy that it’s hard to grab even a week away from home, but that’s no reason to give up hope. Not only are we incredibly skilled at designing short, but sweet custom itineraries to suit your dreams – we also offer plenty of great, group tours that give you the best without piling on the “I’ve been gone way too long” stress.
Our Fjords of Norway tour offers 7 nights and 9 days of spectacular scenery throughout
Of course,
Sunday, December 14, 2008
I Only Have a Week! Short, but Sweet Travel Treats
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
2009 Travel Developments
By June 1st, the
Another new development in the world of travel is that European airlines are now required to quote the total price for European tickets instead of itemizing the surcharges and adding them onto the base ticket price. Americans airlines may also be following suit shortly. Although the Nordic Company is more than happy to handle your airfare for you with our excellent contract rates, if you decide to book your airfare independently, it should now be much easier and more transparent for you to know exactly what you are purchasing with your airline ticket.
Lastly, due to the often unpredictable nature of the airline industry, a passenger bill of rights may be in the works. The State of
Monday, December 1, 2008
Finland - Where Santa Claus Lives
Along with the holiday season comes the incessant queries of children eager to know just exactly where Santa comes from. With the help of the Nordic Company, you don’t have to just tell them – you can show them. Take your child on an unforgettable journey to the northern city of
Santa Claus village is only 8 kilometers from the Rovaniemi airport and makes a spectacular finish to your Finnish holiday. Christmas in
Monday, November 24, 2008
Grand Scandinavian Capitals Journey - A New Take on a Classic Getaway
We have worked hard to put together an impressive collection of tours for the upcoming 2009 season, but we have also kept on a few of our old favorites, with some new and exciting twists. Our Grand Scandinavian Capitals Journey is a timeless tour that has been with us from the beginning and this year, it is only bigger and better.
From Oslo, you will venture into the breathtaking Norwegian countryside, ensuring that you get the best panoramic views of its stunning mountains and serene fjords. Your time in the countryside will act as a refreshing balance to the time that you spend in the cities. After an in-depth look at Oslo, you make your way to Stockholm for a few glittering days, and onto Helsinki by boat.
Monday, November 17, 2008
Scandinavia - The Perfect Time to Plan
As the holiday season approaches, we at the Nordic Company like to impress upon our clients that there is no better time to start planning that memorable family vacation. By November, our dazzling 2009 brochure is off the press and ready to deliver to your door. We’ve just spent the last few months organizing new tours and revamping old ones, so we are practically bubbling over with eagerness to share with you this year’s latest knowledge and greatest tips. Furthermore, the generally gradual start to the travel season enables us to put a lot of care into your itineraries.
The holiday season enables you to get together with your family and discuss trip ideas in detail. Many of our clients come to us after Thanksgiving and having spoken with their family, they present us with a list of their travel ideas. The Nordic Company takes these ideas and turns them into a beautifully crafted, exceptionally memorable travel itinerary that will suit the whole family. Next time the family gathers, whether it be Christmas, Hannukah, or New Year’s, they can discuss the itinerary proposal, make amendments, and come back to us with a fine-tuned trip. Once all are in agreement, the Nordic Company will make the necessary adjustments and present the final product.
The best aspect of planning in the winter time is that you beat the springtime rush and you give yourself something to look forward to, just as the New Year begins. In the next few blogs, I’ll talk about some of the phenomenal tours we have for 2009 and some of the more unique independent itineraries that we have designed this past year. With a country as beautiful and rich as
Monday, November 10, 2008
Scandinavia - An Economy Apart
Business is also strong in
Although the sustainability of a socialist welfare state is contested by some economists, over time, the Scandinavian countries have done well to support themselves. Even in the current economic decline, Scandinavian countries remain strong and relatively rich due to their valuable natural resources and of course, their spectacular tourism industry.
Come enjoy the beauty of
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Do Scandinavians Celebrate Halloween?
You would think in a land characterized by Norse mythology and tales of goblins and trolls that a holiday like Halloween would be easily embraced, but it is only recently that Scandinavians have warmed to the idea. Halloween has arrived primarily in a commercialized sense, providing an opportunity to host elaborate parties and attract curious consumers - and even the major sightseeing attractions have commandeered many of its festive qualities.
The best place to celebrate Halloween in Scandinavia? Tivoli Park in Copenhagen also known as Europe's oldest amusement park. Imagine a magical night time land lit up with glittering lights and whimsical characters - then add an incredibly eerie, ghoulish twist. On your stroll through Tivoli, you will be met with leering scarecrows, grinning pumpkins, and dancing skeletons - oh my! Like their festive Christmas twist, Tivoli goes above and beyond to make your holiday memorable and unique.