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Hop-On Hop-Off

This morning, I took breakfast in rush to leave hotel by 8 am.
First, I stopped by at the Tvindefossen Waterfall.

There is a rumor that Disney referred this waterfall for one of the scene in Frozen.

And there is another rumor, perhaps only among Japanese, that a sip of water can make us a decade younger.
Yes, I managed to get few sips. hahaha

Then I stopped by at the Stalheim Hotel for a coffee break.


I enjoyed a cup of coffee while overlooking at a part of fjord.

Of course, coffee tasted much much better.

This is the Stalheim Waterfall.


I proceeded to Gudvangen Port to enjoy the Fjord Cruise.


The weather was nice so I enjoyed gorgeous scenery while cruising.



Ahead of me is the famous Sognefjord.


At the end of cruise, Flam Port, I had Norway Salmon Lunch at the Fretheim Hotel.


By the way, this is the Flam Light Beer, nice beery tasted beer that you should try.

From Flam Station, I took the Flam Railway.

On the way to Myrdal Station, this train stops at Kjosfossen Station to admire the Kjosfossen waterfall and to look for a fairy.

Please enlarge this picture to look for a fairy. fufufu


I changed the line at Myrdal Station to the Bergen Railway to return to Bergen Station.

At last, I climbed Mt. Floyen by taking the Floibanen Funicular. 


I could look over the whole city of Bergen!


Isn’t this nice?

Today, I tried many different rides. hahaha

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Bergen Railway

I enjoyed 6 hours journey from Oslo to Bergen by taking a Bergen Railway.

I thought Oslo Central Station is very practicle. 

Going down to the platform, you walk; going up, use a moving walkway.

The system saves energy wisely.

I enjoyed my packed lunch on the train.

The local chocolate, Feia, is nice and rich.


It took me 6 hours to reach Bergen; however, I didn’t feel tired at all because I enjoyed beautiful scenery.

The lake was calm and water is clear.

The lake is like a mirror. 


A train climbed the mountain and reached to the highest station, Finse.


Look, Glacier…

I finally reached Bergen Station, but I didn’t want to get off. hahaha


At dinner, I tried a glass of local beer, Hansa, with salad and roast beef.

Hansa is nice.

You should try it!


After dinner, it was still bright and I walked around the town.

Sun started to set at midnight.

I just couldn’t believe how this town looks like at midnight.

I better sleep now.

Good night.

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Oslo

First, I visited Oslo City Hall.

This building became famous hosting Norbel Peace Prize Ceremony on every 10 December.


Then we walked Kerl Johans Gate.

The city is so beautiful.

National Theater, parks, university and Palace.

Oh, don’t forget Hard Rock Cafe Oslo!!

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Sightseeing in Copenhagen

We visited many places in a day.

The Little Mermaid

The Gefion Springvandet


Amalienborg Slot og Marmorkirken


Nyhavn

The Stock Exchange and Christiansborg Palace


Lunch at Hereford Village, Stroget 


I’m on the way to Oslo by DFDS Seaways. 

I’ll spend over night on the ship.

Next morning, we’ll arrive Oslo!!

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Checked-in at Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Copenhagen


I checked-in at the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Copenhagen.

This hotel was designed by Mr. Arne Jacobson around 1956.

It was the highest building then.

He designed a guest room and a chair for the hotel as well.

He is also famous as a furniture designer.



It was still bright.

Sun sets around 10 pm here.

We walked around the hotel.

Since I’m a Hard Rock Cafe lover; therefore I had to pay a visit.



Good night.

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My first FINNAIR

I had few long days to reach here.I’m glad that I made it on board.


I really look forward for this vacation.

I’ve never been to Scandinavian countries, and there are many nice Scandinavian iconic designed products: Royal Copenhagen, Marimekko, iittala, etc.
I started with a glass of champagne as posted in my previous blog. 
Wow, all drinks are served with an iittala glass. 


I enjoyed food…

 

For lunch: amuse, starters (assorted Japanese treats), main course (grilled chicken), desserts with a glass of Blue Sky (this drink inspired by Nordic nature is made specially for Finnair).


For light meal before landing Helsinki: bento box (a beautiful assortment of Japanese delicacies and a bowl of miso soup).


I watched Zootropolis while enjoying dinner. Not bad; actually, I enjoyed this movie. 


I also watched London has Fallen, a great action movie.


And I slept well. 
My seat turned into a full-flat bed, very comfy with a fluffy Marimekko designed pillow, comforter and a pair of slippers.
I had time to relax at the Finnair Lounge.

Unfortunately, the place is crowded with people… (・_・;


Okay, time to board for Copenhagen!

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Continue Packing♪

I bought a new make up remover and refill for facial foaming soap because I prefer these.

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For medicine, my boyfriend taught me this combination is good to cure when I start getting a cold: Yunker Kotei (revitalizer) and Kakkonto (herbal based cold medicine).

These are commonly sold in liquid in a bottle, but I found them in powdered form.

It’s definitely lighter and easy to carry around, especially on the plane if necessary.

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I plan to bring a hair dryer, curlers and an electric pot to make tea.

These are all international model; I can switch voltage from 100-120v to 200 – 240v.

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In Japan, the electric outlet/socket is Type A (two flat pins); therefore, I need to bring few plug converters to use these electric appliances in overseas.

I can transform this plug converter according to the electric outlet type.

Don’t you think this is cool?

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