We Skipped the Excursion… and It Saved Us Money! 🇳🇴 | Stavanger, Norway

Join us for a rainy but adventurous day in Stavanger, Norway, as we navigate the challenges of cruise port time constraints. We decided to skip the official excursion and head to the iconic Three Swords monument on our own, but did it actually live up to the hype? 🚢 In this video, we take you along as we navigate the local train and bus systems to reach the Sverd i fjell monument. You will hear our honest thoughts on whether this famous Viking site is worth the trek and why we chose to cancel our pre-booked tour at the last minute. After our rainy morning exploration, we head back to the Holland America Rotterdam to enjoy a peaceful afternoon and a spectacular dinner at the Orange Club. 🍽️ We also share some valuable tips on choosing the right cruise ship, managing your time in port so you do not miss the boat, and what to expect when cruising through the beautiful Norwegian fjords. Stick around until the end to hear about our upcoming travel plans to Ireland, China, and beyond, as well as our philosophy on why we share these adventures with you. 🌍 Chapters 0:00 Good Morning from Rainy Stavanger 2:15 DIY Excursion vs Ship Tours 4:30 Visiting the Three Swords Monument 7:00 Back on the Ship and Wildlife Spotting 8:45 Dinner at the Orange Club 11:15 Honest Review of the Day and Port Tips 13:30 Future Travel and Cruise Planning 15:10 Final Thoughts and Sign Off If you enjoyed this look at our Norwegian adventure, please give this video a like and subscribe to follow along with our future travels. We love sharing our honest opinions and travel guides to help you plan your own perfect vacation. See you in the next episode somewhere in the North Sea! 👋 #cruise #norway #traveltips #hollandamerica #stavanger