NORWAY
Couples Trip
September 11 - 16, 2024
NATURAL BEAUTY IN NORWAY
Norway is a Scandinavian country encompassing mountains, glaciers and deep coastal fjords. Oslo, the capital, is a city of green spaces and museums. Preserved 9th-century Viking ships are displayed at Oslo’s Viking Ship Museum. Bergen, with colorful wooden houses, is the starting point for cruises to the dramatic Sognefjord. Norway is also known for fishing, hiking and skiing.
TRAVELER CHECKLIST
01
Book Your Flights
Purchase your flight and email us your confirmation number so we can arrange transportation to and from the airport.
02
Check Your Passport
Your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay. However, it's recommended that it's valid six months past your stay.
03
Complete Activity Survey
Please submit one survey per couple for your desired activities as soon as you're able here.
PACKING LIST
In mid-September, Norway experiences cool temperatures and possible rainfall. Daytime highs range from 54°F to 61°F, while nighttime lows can drop to 46°F to 52°F. When packing prepare for cool temperatures, rain, variable weather, and varied activities. Daytime dress code will be casual and activity-based, whereas dinner dress code will be smart casual. Please note both Hotel Norge and the Kviknes Hotel offer laundry service at an additional cost, if needed. As always we recommend packing a carry on with enough items to get you through the first few days if luggage is lost along the way.
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Passport
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Medications (including allergy or motion sickness medicine)
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Type C or Type F plug adapter for your electronics
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Smart Casual Outfits for dinners
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Base Layers: Moisture-wicking
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Mid-Layers: Warm, like fleece or wool
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Outer Layers: Down jacket
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Walking Shoes: Comfortable
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Waterproof Boots: comfortable for activities or rainy days
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Wool Socks: To keep feet warm and dry
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Gloves and Scarf: For cooler weather
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Swimsuit: If braving the cold fjords
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Sunglasses and Sunscreen: UV protection
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Camera or Smartphone: For capturing landscapes
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Portable Charger: For electronics
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Binoculars: For wildlife spotting (if desired!)
SUGGESTED FLIGHTS
OPTION 1
09/10/24
DL 56 Depart SLC 4:20 PM Arrive AMS (+1) 10:00 AM
09/11/24
DL 9312 Depart AMS 11:50 AM Arrive BGO 1:25 PM ​
09/16/24
DL 9442 Depart BGO 6:00 AM Arrive AMS 7:40 AM
DL 57 Depart AMS 10:40 AM Arrive SLC 1:20 PM
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OPTION 2
**requires overnight stay in Amsterdam. You are responsible for making arrangements in Amsterdam. This option is only available via Google Flights.
09/10/24
DL 56 Depart SLC 4:20 PM Arrive AMS (+1) 10:00 AM
09/11/24
DL 9312 Depart AMS 11:50 AM Arrive BGO 1:25 PM ​
09/16/24
DL 9466 Depart BGO 10:45 AM Arrive AMS 12:30 PM
09/17/24
DL 57 Depart AMS 10:40 AM Arrive SLC 1:20 PM
ITINERARY
Tuesday, September 10th
Scattered departures from SLC
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Wednesday, September 11th
Scattered Arrivals in Bergen
Hotel Norge Check In
Walking Tour of Bergen
Welcome Dinner
Thursday, September 12th
Breakfast at Hotel Norge
Choose Your Own Adventure Activities
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Pre Ovre Eide Farm Funicular & Hike
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Pre Ovre Eide Farm - Rest & Ride-Along
Lunch and Nature Walk at Ovre Eide Farm
Afternoon at Leisure
Group Dinner
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Friday, September 13th
Breakfast at Hotel Norge
Group Sail to Balestrand
Lunch in Undredal
Transfer to Balestrand
Arrive at the Kvinkes Hotel
Afternoon at Leisure in Balestrand
Group dinner at Kviknes
Saturday, September 14th
Breakfast at Kviknes Hotel
Optional activities:
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Day Trip to Vik
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Hiking
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Fishing
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Biking
Lunch
Optional activities:
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Fishing
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Hiking
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Biking
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Kayaking
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Self-Guided E-Biking
Group Dinner at the Kvinkes Hotel
Sunday, September 15th
Breakfast at Kviknes Hotel
Hotel Check Out
Boat back to Bergen
Group Lunch
Hotel Norge Check In
Farewell Dinner
Monday, September 16th
Breakfast at Hotel Norge
Scattered Departures
“Pretty didn't do it justice. I felt like we'd sailed into a world meant for much larger beings, a place where gods and monsters roamed freely.”
-Rick Riordan
ATTENDEES
Charlie & Annika Alexander - Alexander's Print Advantage
Nick & Whitnie Alexander - Alexander's Print Advantage
Ken & Marci Thompson - AlignOrg Solutions
Terry & Lisa Grant - Altabank
Jim & Tana Evans - America's Freedom Festival
Eric & Julie Barlow - Andina Family Offices
Brett & Tammie Belliston - Andina Family Offices
Russ & Khara Westergard - B10 Capital
Jim & Gay Bennett - C-Level Strategy
Paul & Margaret Liljenquist - ClearView
Buddy & Julie Zarbock - Commercial Funding Partners
David & Linda Jolley - Domo
Dan & Mary Nelson - GBS Benefits
Matt & Lindsay Hansen - Global Stone & Tile
Kevin & Tessa Santiago - Greenlight Hospitality
Jason & Carrie Harris - Harris Investment Group
Corbin & Kara Church - iHUB Impact Fund
Andy & Lindsey Crossman - Journeys Family of Services
Brian & Erin Tenney - JourneyTEAM
Craig & Kari Weston - Kane Springs Development LLC
Eric & Ally Robinson - Kirton McConkie
Chad & Crystal Magleby - Magleby Construction
Phil & Nanci Case - Max Connect Digital
Nathan & Gina Anderson - Mountain America Credit Union​
Sterling & Stephanie Nielsen - Mountain America Credit Union
Paul & Courtney Belcher - Mountain Crane Service
Josh & Jamie Chafin - Mountain Crane Service
Norm & Dolly Wright - Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine
Randy & Kim Christensen - Now CFO
Russell Burnett & Mindy Smith - Online Image
Brandon & Karley Radmall - Paul Davis Restoration
Harvey & Lindsay Scott - Redmond, Inc.
Grant & Kristin Collard - Redstone Residential
Jake & Emily Jarman - Redstone Residential
Brandon & Liz Mackay - SnugZ USA
Austin Walters & Elizabeth LeBaron - Springtide Ventures
Dillan & Katelyn Lewis - Summit Home Loans
Gary & Mayumi Post - The K Fund
Mike & Karrie Harker - ThoughtLab
Ryan & Kara McCoy - Travelpass Group
Jeff & Anna Rust - Truss
Megan Clark - Truss
Kylee Rampton - Truss
John & Andrea Briggs - UBA
Chris & Jodie Olsen - UBA
Kara & Mark Schneck - UVU
Kimball & Rebecca Hodges - Wasatch Energy Management
Cole & Mindy Smith - Western States Lodging
ACCOMMODATIONS
Hotel Norge
Hotel Norge first opened in 1885, and since its opening has been an icon and one of Bergen's most prominent hotels. In 2018, the hotel was completely renovated and now appears as an iconic and modern hotel - and a lively meeting place where the local meets the international in a lively and unique atmosphere.
At Kviknes Hotel, the hospitality traditions stretch back to 1752. The Kvikne family, who today own the hotel, took over in 1877. The hotel was built in the Swiss style, and has retained its distinctive character even after several renovations and extensions. Kviknes is a modern hotel with soul and atmosphere, and with its 190 rooms is one of the most traditional hotels in Norway.
