Additional costs and type of clothing for Scandinavia
We took the tour which began July 1. It was both breathtaking and educational. Here is what we wish we had know ahead of time.
Even simple meals on your own can be quite expensive. Cokes - $8, a sandwich/burger - $40, a dinner starting at $65-70 a person. Servers are well paid, but service can be very slow. No tipping is needed. When using a credit or debit card you will occasionally be asked for your PIN number! Tell the server you want to use your signature instead. Ask for the manager if the server does not understand.
As for clothing: women wear slacks, varying the weight according to the temperature. We had one hot day in Stockholm when I wore bermudas, but if I were to do it again I wouldn't take anything shorter than capris. Most women wore black pieces in various combinations. I chose basic khaki with 7-8 tops for variety. For the cooler days, ferry trips, glacier hike I found two layers to be adequate - a jean jacket or sweater with an Eddie Bauer type raincoat/windbreaker. Some women wore fleece.
I took NIkes and sandals for day but wore the Nikes the most because there is so much walking. We did hand laundry at the hotels where we stayed 2 or 3 nights. Hotel laundry costs as much or more that you probably paid for the clothes!
Would be happy to answer any questions.
Even simple meals on your own can be quite expensive. Cokes - $8, a sandwich/burger - $40, a dinner starting at $65-70 a person. Servers are well paid, but service can be very slow. No tipping is needed. When using a credit or debit card you will occasionally be asked for your PIN number! Tell the server you want to use your signature instead. Ask for the manager if the server does not understand.
As for clothing: women wear slacks, varying the weight according to the temperature. We had one hot day in Stockholm when I wore bermudas, but if I were to do it again I wouldn't take anything shorter than capris. Most women wore black pieces in various combinations. I chose basic khaki with 7-8 tops for variety. For the cooler days, ferry trips, glacier hike I found two layers to be adequate - a jean jacket or sweater with an Eddie Bauer type raincoat/windbreaker. Some women wore fleece.
I took NIkes and sandals for day but wore the Nikes the most because there is so much walking. We did hand laundry at the hotels where we stayed 2 or 3 nights. Hotel laundry costs as much or more that you probably paid for the clothes!
Would be happy to answer any questions.
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How "dressy" should clothing be? Do men wear jacket and tie?
We are going on the Aug 21 trip.
If you dont mind:
Do men need to bring jackets for dinner?
Can men wear khakis or dress slacks without a jacket for dinner?