On a Norwegian ferry cruise, scenery, camaraderie and a king crab feast

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Havila Voyages’ coastal ferry sailings — sans casinos, spas and country work — connection an eco-friendly, slow-travel alternate to accepted cruises.

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Since 2021, Havila has operated 4 identical purpose-built ships on coastal Norway’s ferry route; the ships run regular passim the year. (Courtesy Havila Voyages)

KIRKENES, Norway — King Crab Safari Captain Dirk Heidschwager hauls a circular nett up 20 feet from the fjord bottom, revealing 4 crusty dinner-plate-size shells rimmed by 8 spindly legs. The 3 antheral crabs are hauled into our polar skiff; the past goes backmost into the oversea to nutrient the adjacent generation. “We’re pistillate friendly,” quips Captain Dirk.