We Almost Stayed on the Ship… Glad We Didn’t! 🇳🇴

Join us for a beautiful rainy day in Skjolden, Norway, as we explore local village life and indulge in a massive Scandinavian seafood boil. From meeting local llamas to witnessing a dramatic emergency helicopter landing on the ship, this day on the MS Rotterdam was packed with surprises and scenic views. In this vlog, we take you through a 60-minute tour of Skjolden, featuring the stunning Washboken Water Hill and some very friendly highland cows. We also dive into the local culture by sampling traditional Norwegian cured meats, including reindeer and moose, before heading back to the ship for a relaxing afternoon. The evening gets even better as we visit the Dutch Cafe for their famous apple tart and then head to Deck 9 for a specialty Scandinavian Seafood Boil. This specialty dining experience is a must-try for seafood lovers, featuring lobster, mussels, shrimp, and smoked sausage. We also share the exciting news of our Mariner Society status upgrade and give you a front-row seat to the high-energy Orange Party and ship-wide bar hop. Chapters 0:00 Exploring Rainy Skjolden and Meeting Llamas 2:15 Washboken Water Hill and Village Tour 4:30 Tasting Norwegian Cured Meats and Local Shopping 6:45 Back on the Ship and Dutch Cafe Apple Tart 8:30 Scandinavian Seafood Boil Dinner Experience 11:15 Mariner Society Rewards and Status Upgrade 13:00 Emergency Helicopter Landing on the Ship 14:45 The Orange Party and Bar Hop Fun 17:15 Future Cruise Planning and Final Thoughts 19:33 Video Wrap Up If you enjoyed this look at life on the MS Rotterdam, please give this video a thumbs up and subscribe to our channel for more cruise content. Have you ever tried a seafood boil on a cruise ship? Let us know your favorite cruise food in the comments below!