Where do we get our inspiration from? 💡
There are many ways to do so, but one of the best for us is to pick up the phone and exchange ideas and knowledge with our suppliers. We connect the dots, but our suppliers are the people with the experience and the tools that allow us to create those memorable experiences. From a warm welcome at the reception to a cold yet exhilarating RIB-tour in the fjords.
One way to share this knowledge with our network is through our favourite monthly newsletter item, where we ask 5 questions to one of our industry partners. This month, we spoke with Thor-Arvid H. Pedersen, General Manager at Hardangerfjord Adventure. Here is a snippet of our first three questions:
1. Who are you and who do you work for?
"My name is Thor-Arvid Pedersen, and I am the General Manager of Hardangerfjord Adventure. We offer nature-based experiences in the Hardangerfjord region, including RIB safari tours, guided hikes, and winter fjord floating, allowing visitors to experience the fjord landscape up close in an authentic and memorable way. We also collaborate with local partners to create combined experiences, such as RIB safari and cider farm tasting, as well as RIB safari and salmon farm visits"
2. What is the best time of year to visit Hardangerfjord, and why?
"Hardangerfjord is beautiful all year round, but if I had to choose, I would highlight May and September as especially special months. In May, the fruit trees are in bloom, the mountains still have snow on their peaks, the waterfalls are full from the snowmelt, and the hillsides around the fjord turn beautifully green. September, on the other hand, offers striking contrasts in the landscape, with early autumn colours, harvest season in the orchards, and often more rainfall, which makes the waterfalls even more powerful."
3. What makes Hardangerfjord different from other Norwegian fjords?
"Hardangerfjord is Norway’s second-longest fjord and the closest major fjord to Bergen, making it both accessible and incredibly varied. The region is known for its many roaring waterfalls, around 700,000 fruit trees, three glaciers, and a proud tradition of protected-origin apple cider production. One of the glaciers, Folgefonna, is especially accessible in summer. The cultural landscape is also a major part of what makes Hardanger special. It feels both wild and welcoming at the same time"
Want to read the whole interview and get more inspiration on the Hardangerfjord region? Click the link in the comments to read our April newsletter.
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