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Of the three Millennium Ships, the
m/s Finnmarken and
m/s Trollfjord, were built in 2002, and the
m/s
Midnatsol
came into traffic in April 2003. These
ships accommodate over 600 passengers and have 50%
more deck space and 40% more berths than the
Contemporary Ships. All ships are equipped with a
variety of public areas and panoramic lounges, a
gym, saunas, Internet café, and first-class
conference facilities.
m/s Midnatsol is the elegant sister ship to the m/s
Trollfjord. Midnatsol translates to the Midnight
Sun, and the ship truly lives up to its name, warmly
decorated in colors of various hues of red, yellow,
and orange. She is modern in design, with an
extensive use of Norwegian materials and various
forms of Norwegian modern art throughout. Large
glass surfaces in the many various public lounges
allow for the outside light to infiltrate the ship,
creating a warm atmosphere and a closeness to the
passing magnificent scenery. Spacious, comfortable
cabins come in a variety of categories, all with
lower berths. There are 23 suites on board, four
with a balcony.
The name m/s Finnmarken is linked to coastal culture
and nostalgia. Her style is clearly associated with
the first Finnmarken, which was introduced on the
route in 1912, and other classic cruise ships of the
past. Inside, the ship's cabins, suites, many
elegant lounges, and furnishings are all decorated
in the Art Nouveau style, down to the last detail.
The finishing touch is provided by the 11 well-known
Norwegian artists who contributed the many wonderful
paintings, lithographs, drawings, and sculptures on
board. She also boasts a massage parlor, a hair
salon, and an outdoor swimming pool. Of the 32
suites on board, 14 have a balcony and two have a
Jacuzzi.
The m/s Trollfjord is named after one of the most
spectacular fjords in Norway, and one of the
highlights on a Norwegian Coastal Voyage. As the m/s
Midnatsol, she is modern in style using a variety of
Norwegian materials for the interior, such as light
wood and stone. She has large panoramic windows and
the color scheme on board is in hues of blue and
green, celebrating the coastal landscape. The art
decorating the many spacious public areas has a
Norwegian link, such as the Kaare Espolin-Johnson's
Gallery, with works transferred from the retired
coastal vessel m/s Harald Jarl. Of the 21 stylish
suites on board, four have a balcony.
The six charming Contemporary Ships
m/s Kong Harald,
m/s Nordkapp, m/s Nordlys,
m/s Nordnorge,
m/s Polarlys,
m/s Richard With were built between 1993 and 1997
to meet cruise standards, and accommodate
approximately 490 passengers each.
Although similar in the exterior, each ship has its
own specific style in terms of color schemes on
board and the art and artists chosen to decorate the
interior. Depending on the ship, there are 2-14
suites available. Cabins are appointed with two
lower berths, bathrooms with hair dryers and heated
floors, a writing desk, and closet. The ships are
stabilized and have elevators and cabins that are
wheelchair-accessible. Each ship features a large,
glass-enclosed panoramic lounge for viewing the
passing scenery, as well as smoking and non-smoking
lounges. All ships have conference facilities, a
small fitness room, sauna, and a self-service
laundry room.
The Mid-Generation Ships m/s Narvik and
m/s Vesteralen were built in the early 1980s and
refurbished in 1995. Each accommodates approximately
320 cruise passengers. Cabins are a mix of two lower
berths and upper/lower berths. All have private
facilities, some with hair dryers. There are
elevators on each ship, as well as a cabin that is
wheelchair-accessible. In addition, all ships are
equipped with conference rooms, a glass-enclosed
panoramic lounge, smoking and non-smoking lounges,
and a self-service laundry room.
Reminiscent of classic steamer vessels, the
Traditional Ship, the m/s
Lofoten was built in the early 1960s and refurbished
in 1995. She is the most intimate of the Norwegian
Coastal vessel, accommodating 171 cruise passengers.
The majority of cabins have upper/lower berths,
about half with private facilities. A restaurant, a
24-hour cafeteria, a smoking and non-smoking lounge
are available on board.
The
m/s Lofoten, the second oldest in the fleet,
protected by the Chief Inspector of Inspectorate of
Ancient Monuments and Buildings in Norway. In lieu
of excessive luxury, you'll find plenty of
character, as well as an inviting, cozy atmosphere.
The ship has been modernized, but not at the expense
of the original Coastal style and atmosphere.
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