Unfortunately, on the morning we arrived, Disko Bay was not only choked with icebergs but also fog. Still, the transit into the bay was mystical – and memorable. As our ship pierced the fog, I thought of Titanic. Thankfully, we were plodding along slowly. Read more...(110 words, 1 image, estimated 26 secs reading time)
During the summer months, glaciers disperse chunky icebergs that choke Greenland’s idyllic bays. Point a camera in any direction and snap until your battery blinks. With 80 percent of its surface covered in ice, Greenland is a spectacle to behold.
But Greenland is about much more than ice and icebergs. It is a place rich in history and culture, set against a backdrop of immense beauty. During a visit last August, we saw a double rainbow, glorious sunsets, icebergs that resembled sculptures and on one special night, the Northern Lights.
The recession continues to create some unprecedented travel opportunities for decision-makers who are ready to travel. For instance, Hurtigruten is offering a two-for-one deal, for bookings made by May 31, on its “Glaciers & Icebergs of Greenland” itineraries.
The eight-day expedition to the world’s largest island will explore the unspoilt coast of Greenland from the MS Fram, which allows passengers to see the awesome landscape and unique wildlife of the country, close up.