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★·.·′ˉ`·.·★ ALL ABOUT FAROE ISLANDS ★·.·′ˉ`·.·★
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Edited by LelaRentaka7 at 17-4-2018 12:54 PM
Distance from the Faroe Islands to: - North Rona, Scotland (uninhabited): 260 kilometres (160 mi)
- Shetland (Foula), Scotland: 285 kilometres (177 mi)
- Orkney (Westray), Scotland: 300 kilometres (190 mi)
- Scotland (mainland): 320 kilometres (200 mi)
- Iceland: 450 kilometres (280 mi)
- Ireland: 670 kilometres (420 mi)
- Norway: 670 kilometres (420 mi)
- Denmark: 990 kilometres (620 mi)
The islands cover an area of 1,399 square kilometres (540 sq. mi) and have small lakes and rivers, but no major ones. There are 1,117 kilometres (694 mi) of coastline.[26] The only significant uninhabited island is Lítla Dímun.
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were able to make a $52 million loan to Iceland to help with that country's banking woes.[79]
On 5 August 2009, two opposition parties introduced a bill in the Løgting to adopt the euro as the national currency, pending a referendum.[80]
Transport
Main article: Transport in the Faroe Islands
The road network on the Faroe Islands is highly developed. Shown here is the road from Skipanes to Syerugøta on the island of Eysturoy.
By road, the main islands are connected by bridges and tunnels. Government owned Strandfaraskip Landsins provides public bus and ferry service to the main towns and villages. There are no railways.
By air, Scandinavian Airlines and the government owned Atlantic Airways both have scheduled international flights to Vágar Airport, the islands' only airport. Atlantic Airways also provides helicopter service to each of the islands. All civil aviation matters are controlled from the Civil Aviation Administration Denmark.
By sea, Smyril Line operates a regular international passenger, car and freight service linking the Faroe Islands with Seyeisfjöreur, Iceland and Hirtshals, Denmark.[81]
The new ferry MS Smyril enters the Faroe Islands at Krambatangi ferry port in Sueuroy, 2005
Because of the rocky terrain in the Faroe Islands, its road transport system was not[when?] as extensive as in other places of the world. This situation has now changed, and the infrastructure has been developed extensively. Some 80 percent of the population of the islands is connected by tunnels through the mountains and between the islands, bridges and causeways that link the three largest islands and three other larger and smaller islands to the northeast together. While the other two large islands to the south of the main area, Sandoy and Sueuroy, are connected to the main area with ferries, the small islands Koltur and Stóra Dímun have no ferry connection, only helicopter service. Other small islands—Mykines in the west, Kalsoy, Svínoy and Fugloy in the north, Hestur west of Streymoy, and Nólsoy east of Tórshavn—have smaller ferries and some of these islands even have helicopter service. In February 2014 all the political parties of the Løgting agreed on making two subsea tunnels, one between Streymoy and Eysturoy (the Eysturoyartunnilin) and one between Streymoy and Sandoy (Sandoyartunnilin). The plan is that both tunnels should open in 2021 and they will not be private.[82] The work to dig the Eysturoy-tunnel started on 1 March 2016 above the village of Hvítanes near Tórshavn.[83]
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GETTING TO THE FAROE ISLANDS
FLYING TO THE FAROE ISLANDSYou can fly non-stop to the Faroe Islands from a variety of destinations, such as Copenhagen (Denmark), Reykjavik (Iceland), Edinburgh (Scotland), and Bergen (Norway). There are also seasonal flights from places like Barcelona, the Gran Canary Islands, Mallorca, Crete and Malta. Flights from Reykjavik, Edinburgh and Bergen to the Faroe Islands with Atlantic Airways are only one hour long, and flights from Copenhagen with either Atlantic Airways or Scandinavian Airlines last only two hours. There are between three to four direct flights from Copenhagen to the Faroe Islands each day, depending on season. SAILING TO THE FAROE ISLANDSThe Faroe Islands can also be reached by ferry from Iceland and Denmark. Slow travel when it best! This service is operated by Faroese company, Smyril Line.
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HOW TO GET TO THE FAROE ISLANDS FROM LONDON
The Faroe Islands are easily accessible from London, UK. The national airline of the Faroe Islands, Atlantic Airways, operates non-stop flights from Reykjavik (Iceland), Copenhagen (Denmark) and Edinburgh (Scotland) to the Faroe Islands all year round, and SAS operates non-stop flights from Copenhagen all year round. All of these destinations have non-stop flights from London, which means that getting to the Faroe Islands only requires one stop-over. You can depart from London and arrive in the Faroe Islands on the same day. It only takes one hour to fly directly from Edinburgh in Scotland or Reykjavik in Iceland to the Faroe Islands and only two hours from Copenhagen. Easier than you thought, right? VIA EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDAtlantic Airways operates 1-hour non-stop flights from Edinburgh to the Faroe Islands twice a week (Thursdays and Sundays). So all you need to do is hop on a flight from London to Edinburgh and you’re almost there! Here is an overview of airlines that fly non-stop from London to Edinburgh: VIA COPENHAGEN, DENMARKAtlantic Airways and SAS operate 2-hour non-stop flights from Copenhagen to the Faroe Islands. Here is an overview of airlines that fly non-stop from London to Copenhagen:
VIA REYKJAVIK, ICELANDAtlantic Airways operates 1-hour non-stop flights from Reykjavik to the Faroe Islands three times a week during the winter and four times a week during the summer. The airlines that fly from London to Reykjavik are:
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HOW TO GET TO THE FAROE ISLANDS FROM PARIS
The Faroe Islands are easily accessible from Paris, France. The national airline of the Faroe Islands, Atlantic Airways, operates non-stop flights from Reykjavik (Iceland), Copenhagen (Denmark) and Edinburgh (Scotland) to the Faroe Islands all year round, and SAS operates non-stop flights from Copenhagen all year round. All of these destinations have non-stop flights from Paris, which means that getting to the Faroe Islands only requires one stop-over. You can depart from Paris and arrive in the Faroe Islands on the same day. It only takes one hour to fly directly from Edinburgh in Scotland or Reykjavik in Iceland to the Faroe Islands and only two hours from Copenhagen. Easier than you thought, right? VIA COPENHAGEN, DENMARKAtlantic Airways and SAS operate 2-hour non-stop flights from Copenhagen to the Faroe Islands. Here is an overview of airlines that fly non-stop from Paris (Charles de Gaulle and Orly Airport) to Copenhagen: VIA EDINBURGH, SCOTLANDAtlantic Airways operates 1-hour non-stop flights from Edinburgh to the Faroe Islands twice a week (Thursdays and Sundays). So all you need to do is hop on a flight from London to Edinburgh and you’re almost there! Here is an overview of airlines that fly non-stop from Paris (Charles de Gaulle and Orly Airport) to Edinburgh: VIA REYKJAVIK, ICELANDAtlantic Airways operates 1-hour non-stop flights from Reykjavik to the Faroe Islands three times a week during the winter and four times a week during the summer. The airlines that fly from Paris (Charles de Gaulle) to Reykjavik are:
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Føroyar – The Faroe Islands
Located in the Northeast Atlantic, the Faroe Islands comprise 18 small islands, characterised by steep cliffs, tall mountains, narrow fjords – and a population of 50,000.
The Faroese language derives from Old Norse, which was spoken by the Norsemen who settled the islands 1200 years ago.
Through the centuries, the Faroese have defied the harsh nature and living conditions. Enduring today is a nation in which the living standard is one of the highest in the world. A highly industrial economy mainly based on fisheries and aquaculture continues to flourish, while a Nordic welfare model ensures everyone the opportunity to explore his or her own potential. Faroese maritime expertise is widely renowned and the Faroe Islands export seafood to all six continents.
Positioned strategically between Europe and North America, the Faroe Islands are only a couple of hours’ flight from the metropolitan centres in Northern Europe. Upon arrival, the scenery renders visitors a ravishing natural experience in a society with advanced infrastructure and digital networks.
Centuries of relative isolation have resulted in the preservation of ancient traditions that to this day shape life in the Faroe Islands. The unique mixture of traditional and modern culture characterises the Faroese society, constituting a strong sense of local community and an active outlook as a globalized Nordic nation.
https://www.faroeislands.fo/
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https://vimeo.com/72309134
Unspoiled, Unexplored & Unbelievable
Adrift in the whirling rhythmic North Atlantic Sea, a different world lingers. A place like no other on earth.
An idyllic escape, peacefully set among lush green valleys, imposing basalt cliffs and waterfalls plunging directly into the wind whipped ocean.
The 18 jagged volcanic islands resemble a handful of rocks scattered haphazardly in the deep-sea ocean. Home to mountains of myth, hobbit-like turf-roofed houses and grazing shaggy sheep, these islands make up the perfect playground for the senses.
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Edited by LelaRentaka7 at 17-4-2018 01:29 AM
How to Visit the Faroe Islands On a Budget
Located halfway between Scotland and Iceland, the remote and windswept Faroe Islands are becoming an attractive alternative to visiting Iceland itself. However, like many Nordic countries, the islands are often associated with being unaffordable -- but that doesn't have to be the case, especially if you follow this guide to a budget-friendly trip.
Getting There
Searching for flights between New York and the Faroe Islands usually turns up fares around $1,000 for routes that require at least one stopover and take up to 30 hours each way. You can save some money and time by flying through the few cities -- including Copenhagen, Reykjavík, and Edinburgh -- that have direct routes to the islands. If you fly with low-cost carrier Norwegian, you can book a round-trip flight to Copenhagen in May for as little as $485. From Copenhagen, Atlantic Airways has $300 round-trip flights to Vágar, the Faroes' main airport. Alternatively, keep an eye out for inexpensive flights to Reykjavík or aboard Icelandair, which regularly runs promotions, or to Edinburgh -- from either city, it's around $300 round-trip to the Faroes with a travel time that's about 90 minutes.
Where to Stay
Hotel Føroyar is justly famed as the best place to stay in Tórshavn. The grass-roofed building is situated high above the city, with fantastic views of the harbor from every room. The hotel features Philippe Starck designs, original artwork by contemporary Faroese artist Edward Fuglø, and you'll see sheep roaming just outside. Rates start from $116 per night this spring with breakfast included.
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Edited by LelaRentaka7 at 17-4-2018 01:30 AM
Visit Faroe Islands, the official tourism organization for the destination, has a comprehensive directory of lodging options -- including guesthouses and B&Bs -- throughout the island.
Where to Eat
KOKS, one of the most popular restaurants in the islands, is currently hosting a pop-up in Copenhagen but will return to the Faroes' capital city of Tórshavn in May in a new location. It'll be closer to the harbor, and we expect that it will continue to offer its $160 tasting menu. But of course, there are lower-key dining experiences. Heimablídni, or "home hospitality," is an underground restaurant network offered in several households across the islands. Travelers can enjoy local insight and conversation, as well as homemade Faroese food, for as little as $50 per person.
Getting Around
If taking a helicopter ride is on your must-do list, the Faroes might be the best place to finally cross it off. Not only are the views wonderful, but helicopter travel is subsidized by the government so that the Faroese people can live on some of the archipelago's more remote islands. Happily, for tourists, this means that you can take a helicopter trip between islands for around $20. Good to know: the helicopter subsidy is a community initiative, so it is expected that tourists will only take advantage of it for a one-way trip (and take the ferry back).
Public transport around the islands is efficient and wallet-friendly as ferries are also subsidized and can cost as little as $3. If you purchase multi-day transport passes ($70 for four days), it can be used on all buses and ferries, with the exception of the one to Mykines. Additionally, you can catch a free bus that travels around Tórshavn, including the historic village of Kirjubøur. If you have the time to travel according to the pace of the timetables, you won't even need to rent a car -- an expense that may cost up to $100 a day, or more if you need an automatic.
July 2016 Update: In an effort to get the attention of Google Street View, the Faroe Islands are turning to rather unusual methods. Its official tourism arm is strapping a lightweight 360-degree camera to the back of sheep and letting them run wild to capture images of the destination. Dubbed " SheepView360," the video highlights the islands' beautiful, wide open spaces and grassy green hills.
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Okies settled.
Siapa2 yang dah ke Faroe Islands you're welcome to share your experiences.
And yang berhajat nak ke Faroe Islands I hope this thread would be of help.
Catch you all later and happy planning and traveling
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Tgk IG yang tau wujud tempat ni.
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Post time 16-4-2018 11:13 PM
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