A brand new product was introduced this summer in Eidfjord, Hardangerfjord.  As a pilot area for the Norwegian ports, Hardangerfjord tried out a concept involving demonstration of and tasting the local food and drink specialties. 

Hardanger is often called “the Orchard of Norway” and fruit farming dates as far back as to the 12th century when monks harvested the fruit.  In addition, traditional farming, hunting and fishing has been going on for ages in this region.

Yesterday like every year for over
100 years Le Havre hosted France’s biggest flower parade
called “Corsiflor” which gathered more than 50 000 people on a 3km long
itinerary.

Greenock Ocean Terminal’s cruise operation is enjoying a record year, with 36 ships booked to call, bringing 52,570 passengers – up a quarter on 2009 and two thirds on 2007.

Lerwick Port Authority is investing £85,000 (E102,817) in a new welcome ashore pavilion for meeting and greeting cruise passengers.