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Norway - Explore the Sunnylvsfjorden fjord on a cruise ship and see the Seven Sisters waterfalls in western Norway.
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Norway - Norway can also offer some urban respite. Bergen has charming colourful wooden merchant houses that date back to the 15th century.
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Norway - A traditional red cottage in Flam.
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Iceland - Iceland waterfall Skogafoss in Icelandic nature landscape.
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Iceland - Iceland offers stunning views such as this one of Kirkjufell mountain.
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Iceland - July boasts the warmest temperatures, with average highs around 14°C.
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Iceland - The capital city of Reykjavik has old-world charm, cutting edge design, and breathtaking natural views in equal parts.
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Sweden - Consider a city break in Stockholm, which is surrounded by water and offers innumerable green spaces to relax and enjoy the mild summer climate.
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Sweden - Explore the grand architecture in the nation's capital.
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Sweden - Lund is a quieter, smaller option on the southern tip of Sweden. Take a stroll through the cobblestoned old town.
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Sweden - The cathedral in the old town of Visby in Gotland.
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Sweden - Midsummer is a major festival in Sweden, with maypoles being raised throughout the country.
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Sweden - Take a dip in one of the idyllic lakes.
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Sweden - Clear skies make amazing stargazing opportunities.
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Sweden - Abisko National Park in Lapland offers unique natural beauty.
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Sweden - The beaches of Sudersand are on the tiny island of Fårö.
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Denmark - If all this natural beauty isn't your thing, take a city break in Copenhagen.
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Denmark - Nyhavn Pier welcomes you with with colourful buildings and boats.
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Denmark - The capital city is the cultural hub of Denmark and offers parks, promenades, and waterfronts that are ideal for summer strolls.
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Denmark - The town of Hillerød makes a great day trip from Copenhagen, with the Frederiksborg Castle a must-see.
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Denmark - The Faroe Islands are Denmark's wilder alternative. They're remotely located in the North Atlantic but only a short flight from mainland Europe!
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Finland - Temperatures in July average 13 to 17°C in Finland.
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Finland - Helsinki is home to an 18th century sea fortress, fashionable designer shopping, and several museums.
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Norway - The Lofoten Islands are an archipelago in the county of Nordland, Norway. The islands have sheltered bays, rocky beaches, and unspoiled access to nature.
© Shutterstock
1 / 32 Fotos
Norway - Explore the Sunnylvsfjorden fjord on a cruise ship and see the Seven Sisters waterfalls in western Norway.
© Shutterstock
2 / 32 Fotos
Norway - Norway can also offer some urban respite. Bergen has charming colourful wooden merchant houses that date back to the 15th century.
© Shutterstock
3 / 32 Fotos
Norway - Tromsø is a fascinating city above the Arctic Circle and offers warmer weather than most other places on the same latitude due to the warming effect of the Gulf Stream.
© Shutterstock
4 / 32 Fotos
Norway
- The Fishing village of Undredal, near Flam in south-west Norway.
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5 / 32 Fotos
Norway
- Preikestolen is a steep cliff that rises 604 metres (1,982 ft) above the Lysefjorden fjord and is one of the country's most-visted sites.
© Shutterstock
6 / 32 Fotos
Norway - A traditional red cottage in Flam.
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7 / 32 Fotos
Norway - Oslo offers the draws of a metropolis, including many museums and beautiful urban parks. It makes a great base from which to explore the rest of the country.
© Shutterstock
8 / 32 Fotos
Iceland - Iceland waterfall Skogafoss in Icelandic nature landscape.
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9 / 32 Fotos
Iceland - Iceland offers stunning views such as this one of Kirkjufell mountain.
© Shutterstock
10 / 32 Fotos
Iceland - July boasts the warmest temperatures, with average highs around 14°C.
© Shutterstock
11 / 32 Fotos
Iceland - Its dramatic landscapes feature volcanoes, geysers, hot springs, and lava fields. Massive glaciers are protected in Vatnajökull and Snæfellsjökull national parks.
© Shutterstock
12 / 32 Fotos
Iceland - The capital city of Reykjavik has old-world charm, cutting edge design, and breathtaking natural views in equal parts.
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13 / 32 Fotos
Sweden - Consider a city break in Stockholm, which is surrounded by water and offers innumerable green spaces to relax and enjoy the mild summer climate.
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14 / 32 Fotos
Sweden - Explore the grand architecture in the nation's capital.
© Shutterstock
15 / 32 Fotos
Sweden - Lund is a quieter, smaller option on the southern tip of Sweden. Take a stroll through the cobblestoned old town.
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16 / 32 Fotos
Sweden - The cathedral in the old town of Visby in Gotland.
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17 / 32 Fotos
Sweden - Midsummer is a major festival in Sweden, with maypoles being raised throughout the country.
© Shutterstock
18 / 32 Fotos
Sweden - Take a dip in one of the idyllic lakes.
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19 / 32 Fotos
Sweden - Clear skies make amazing stargazing opportunities.
© Shutterstock
20 / 32 Fotos
Sweden - Abisko National Park in Lapland offers unique natural beauty.
© Shutterstock
21 / 32 Fotos
Sweden - The beaches of Sudersand are on the tiny island of Fårö.
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Denmark - If all this natural beauty isn't your thing, take a city break in Copenhagen.
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23 / 32 Fotos
Denmark - Nyhavn Pier welcomes you with with colourful buildings and boats.
© Shutterstock
24 / 32 Fotos
Denmark - The capital city is the cultural hub of Denmark and offers parks, promenades, and waterfronts that are ideal for summer strolls.
© Shutterstock
25 / 32 Fotos
Denmark - The town of Hillerød makes a great day trip from Copenhagen, with the Frederiksborg Castle a must-see.
© Shutterstock
26 / 32 Fotos
Denmark - The Faroe Islands are Denmark's wilder alternative. They're remotely located in the North Atlantic but only a short flight from mainland Europe!
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Denmark - Consider a trip here for unique culture and unspoiled views.
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Finland - Temperatures in July average 13 to 17°C in Finland.
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Finland - Helsinki is home to an 18th century sea fortress, fashionable designer shopping, and several museums.
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Finland
- Or hide out in a cabin in the woods and enjoy the quiet, lakeside life. See also: Paris is ready for the Olympics
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