Took DFDS Seaways (I think they are called Go Nordic Cruise line, now) for our transit to Oslo, and it was a lot more fun than expected. The ferry felt more like a mini cruise, with bars, restaurants, a duty-free shop, and even live music onboard. We grabbed a drink and hung out on deck, and it made the trip feel like part of the vacation. Cabins are basic but clean. Don't expect luxury, but it's comfortable enough for a night's rest. The boarding and check-in process was smooth, and the staff were friendly throughout. If you're traveling between Norway and Denmark, this is a scenic, relaxed alternative to flying. Bonus points for the Fjord views and the relaxed onboard vibe. read more

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DFDS offers modest rooms and standard food service. Boarding was relatively simple, even for foreign passport holders, and the ride was smoother than expected. Not a luxury service in any way, and the cabins could use some maintenance (even a staff member could barely open the door to ours and had to call for assistance), but it's a decent way to move from Copenhagen to Oslo. read more

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6/30/2024 - taking a mini cruise ship from Copenhagen, Denmark to Oslo. The port is only about a 10 minute taxi drive from most the hotels in Copenhagen. Very easy directions. Take the elevator or escalator when you arrive. There are check in kiosks to the right or walk about 50 yards and to the right a person can check you in. Check in is 12:30pm, start to board at 12:45. The rooms aren't ready until 2:45. You have to carry all your luggage in board and wait for the rooms to be ready. More to come. read more

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For a recent business trip I had to to go to both Oslo and Copenhagen and being a marine-kind-of-guy, I decided to take the overnight ferry. Both my Norwegian and Danish colleagues warned me about the "type" of people that would be on such cruise...I specifically remember them saying: "There's a reason why they call it booze cruise!" Well, I had no intentions of getting hammered, nor engage in some other reckless activity: I simply wanted to be offline for some time (literally and figuratively speaking). And that's what I got; plus I got to see some beautiful fjords passing by when coasting along Norway. The highlight of my trip was definitely my solitude. Don't get me wrong, I love socializing, but I'm equally happy spending time on my own. And that's what I did: I sat outside as long as I could bare, watching Oslo getting smaller and smaller by the minute. Then I went inside and sat by the windows in the grand bar; this is where I ordered a glass of champagne and watched the beautiful scenery passing by. Later in the evening, after the dinner, I returned to the bar, which had now transformed into a club with live band and people dancing like crazy! Let me tell you: it was so much better than watching American Idol on TV! Culinary-wise, I wasn't too impressed: both the dinner and the breakfast-buffets were quite unappealing. I would suggest to see if you could get into one of the more upscale restaurants on other floors. Another tip: don't book the cheapest cabin there is - like I did. While I didn't mind the simplicity of the cabin itself, I did find myself woken in the middle of the night by some drunken students who were happily chatting away in the hallway for over an hour. My guess: if you are willing to spend a bit more money, you might avoid this scenario ;-) Overall, I had a good time and I would really recommend this cruise to anyone who's interested in just chilling... read more

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Let's just spell it out: 1. We got a deck view. We've been cruising (this is a ferry) for 7 years, but this is the 1st ferry where we have to spend a night to cross waters, to Oslo, Norway. Ninth floor, smoother than the lower deck, this is a bonus right here! 2. We had the buffet. It started out excellent, but negative points keep adding up. The orange juice I wanted? Almost clear and it's watered down. The Mexican/Asian rice (wasn't sure which one), crunchy - next time, please cook it a little longer! Nothing spoils a good meal! 3. The Wi-Fi on the 7th floor? A typical ocean connection, slower than a slug! 4. The next morning, we have the same servers, I asked him I'd like hot cocoa, he pointed out to me: they have it all out front. They didn't! Then, when I told him, I didn't find any, he came back & apologized, they didn't have it! The orange juice, much better - so I heard, but I got the apple juice. They even have cooked rice! 5. Finally, I got hot cocoa @ the little shops in the lobby. "Only if you promise to stir it yourself very well." They have dark and light chocolate 'candy bar - they come in cubes'. I picked one of each. She gave me hot milk, and something to stir it with, until it melted. Done! When I mean HOT, it was hot! I usually keep my drink in a 'thermos' container to go. By PM, it was perfect to drink, and it was good! Otherwise, almost 5 stars! Update OT: I couldn't sleep, decided to bring my laptop to 7th floor and see if I can get a faster Wi-Fi connection, if I was alone. I was the only one awake, but the minute I sat down, a plain clothes 'drunk' or just woke up - kinda staggering, nice gentleman, jeans white shirt approached me. He asked for my cabin ID card. Drunk: Is this you? Me: Yes. Drunk: Don't drink! Do you want to come with me? (I know then, what he WANTED). ME. No, I need to get online, my cousin just died, I needed to respond to relatives. Drunk: I'm sorry. Are you married? Me: Yes. He's asleep. (trying to get online - waiting!) Where are you from? Drunk: Oslo! If he's lonely, I don't mind talking to him, I can multi-task. I offered him a chair by me. He declined. He asked me again: Are you married? (I'm getting annoyed by now). Me: How old are you? Drunk: What do you think? Me: I don't know? 30-40? Drunk: I'm 35. Me: What month is your birthday? Drunk: : '81. Me: No, month! Drunk: Sept. Me: Happy birthday! Drunk: Thank you! (smile). Do you want to come with me? (A cleaning crew passed us by). Me: No! I told you, I need to get online! (I AM now annoyed by him!) Drunk: I'm going out for a smoke. Me: Don't smoke! Drunk: (realizing he wasn't getting nowhere with me, he finally left me!) Yesterday, after talking about him to my group during breakfast, they met him, staggering and almost falling off the steps. . . . I just assumed, 4AM, he caught me walking the halls alone, from the security camera, and came out to talk to me, hoping to get some of that! read more

Instead of flying or taking a train from Copenhagen to Oslo, we decided to take this ferry. Be sure to book ahead of time for the better rooms. There was a single room with a window that was the same price as a double room (no window) but I waited too long and the single room was gone. We decided to get groceries while in Copenhagen to make sandwiches for dinner on the boat to try to save some money. We ended up buying the breakfast buffet though, which might not have been worth the money. It was nice to get up and see the sun and views of Norway while eating breakfast in the restaurant though. The buffet was similar to Scandinavian hotel breakfast buffets- hot and cold foods- fruits, eggs, cold cuts, bread, yogurt, etc. The ferry ride itself was fun though. There are small pools for kids, outdoor bar, indoor bars/lounges, restaurants, coffee shop area, and a shopping store (clothes, candy, alcohol). There is free WiFi on the floor with information but was slow with so many people trying to use it. The best part was the view though- the beautiful green lands and coast of Sweden and Norway are just breathtaking. Overall, I'd take the ferry again as a relaxing way to get from one place to another. read more

DFDS Seaways - sunset view - Transportation Near Me - København Ø, 84

wanted to go to Denmark to eat, Norway for the fjords, Sweden for Ikea (natch). and Finland too cuz it's there. this little adventure involved plane, train, auto + ferry made convenient with Scandinavian efficiency. booked an overnight crossing from Copenhagen to Oslo which was all affordable, comfortable, scenic. i'd do it again. read more