Tourist information from Stavanger and surrounding areas

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1.February 2012

Transport to Stavanger

Direct flights from many cities in Europe make it easy to visit Stavanger. You can travel by train, bus or express boat from other Norwegian cities.

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1.February 2012

City walk in Stavanger

Stroll through old Stavanger with its charming wooden houses. Pass the market on the harbour and visit Stavanger cathedral.

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1.February 2012

The Norwegian Petroleum Museum in Stavanger

The Norwegian Petroleum Museum was opened on 20 May 1999 and its unusual architecture has made it a new, exciting landmark in the Port of Stavanger.

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1.February 2012

Explore the Pulpit Rock in Stavanger

A sightseeing boat takes you through the Stavanger archipelago and into the Lysefjord. Cruise under the Preikestolen 597 metres above the sea level.

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1.February 2012

Visit a tropical island in Stavanger

A short boat trip from Stavanger you will find a garden with tropical flowers and palms. Enjoy the panoramic view of the fjord and mountains.

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1.February 2012

Incentive programmes in Stavanger

Experience the famous Pulpit Rock, 597 metres above sea level. Explore old Stavanger thriving next to modern life in this petroleum capital.

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1.February 2012

Conference centres and exhibition halls in Stavanger

Stavanger Forum has 30 meeting rooms and can host 5,000 people. Other big conference venues are the concert hall and the Viking Stadium.

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1.February 2012

Reception and dinners in Stavanger

Stavanger can offer dinner prepared by a world champion chef. A short boat trip takes you to a restaurant on an island with a tropical garden.

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1.February 2012

Special venues in Stavanger

The Norwegian Petroleum Museum, a medieval monastery and a mountain hall can be used as alternative venues for conferences.

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1.February 2012

Conference hotels in Stavanger

The conference hotels in Stavanger can accommodate from 120 – 950 people. They are all in walking distance of either the city centre or of Sola beach

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1.February 2012

Key facts about Stavanger

Stavanger is one of Norway’s larger cities with 120,000 inhabitants. Stavanger Airport Sola is a 15-minute drive from the city centre.

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1.February 2012

Stavanger

Stavanger is the centre of the Norwegian oil, gas and energy industry. The city can offer 10,000 conference chairs and the world’s highest pulpit.

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4.May 2011

Stavanger Forum

Just 15 minutes from Stavanger Airport with a capacity up to 5,000 people, Stavanger Forum has 30 meeting rooms and a 15,000 square metre stand space.

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4.May 2011

Stavanger Convention Bureau

Stavanger Convention Bureau provides free information on the Stavanger region as the ideal venue for meetings and conventions.

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3.May 2011

Meeting venues in Stavanger

Stavanger has 30 conference centres and hotels. One of Norway’s big conference and exhibition centres is located here. The maximum capacity is 5,000.

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10.January 2012

Key facts about the Stavanger Region

The Stavanger region consists of the municipalities of Randaberg, Stavanger, Sandnes, Sola, Gjesdal, Klepp, Time and Hå.

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8.December 2011

The Stavanger Region

Explore the Lysefjord and the mountains Preikestolen and Kjerag, or relax on Jæren's beaches. Visit Stavanger and experience its rich cultural life.

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11.January 2012

Ryfylke

Ryfylke is home to the Lysefjord and the mountain formations of Kjerag and Preikestolen (The Pulpit Rock, also called Prekestolen).

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15.April 2011

Key facts about Ryfylke

The scenic Ryfylke Road links the area's five municipalities together.

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8.August 2011

Haugesund and Haugalandet

Haugalandet is a good starting point for exploring the Lysefjord and its surrounding mountains. The city of Haugesund is famous for the Film Festival.

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15.April 2011

Key facts about Haugesund and Haugalandet

Haugalandet is a geographical region in the county of Rogaland, in Western Norway. Haugesund is its main city.

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3.May 2011

Sirdal

Sirdal is known for good hiking and skiing. The famous mountain plateau of Kjerag in the Lysefjord is not far away.

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19.April 2011

Key facts about Sirdal

Sirdal is an inland municipality in the southwest of Norway, with fewer than 2,000 inhabitants spread over 1,555 square kilometres.

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1.February 2012

Transport to Haugesund

There are direct flights to Haugesund Airport Karmøy from Oslo, Bergen, London, Alicante, Edinburgh and Bremen.

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1.February 2012

Inhale the Viking spirit in Haugesund

This is where Norway was united as one kingdom during the Viking age. Later it became the main centre for sailing ships between Stavanger and Bergen.

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1.February 2012

Test your limits in Haugesund

Participate in soft and extreme activities outdoors on the pedestrianised island of Røvær.

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1.February 2012

Special venues in Haugesund

The sea house of the 'Herring King' can accommodate 500 people. Outside Haugesund you can arrange conferences in a salmon castle or in a lighthouse.

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1.February 2012

Conference Hotels in Haugesund

The Maritim Hall in Haugesund is one of Norway’s largest meeting spaces within a hotel and can seat 880 people.

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1.February 2012

Incentive programmes in Haugesund

Explore a reconstructed Viking village in Haugesund. Test your limits at Røvær or go hiking to see one of Norway’s largest waterfalls.

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1.February 2012

Go hiking in Haugesund

Go hiking through the beautiful countryside. Explore Åkrafjord and Norway’s fifth largest waterfall, voted as one of the 10 best in the world.

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31.January 2012

Key facts about Haugesund

Haugesund is the regional centre of Haugalandet. The number of inhabitants is 33,100 and the travel time from the city to the airport is 15 minutes.

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31.January 2012

Haugesund

Haugesund is a major participant in the oil, offshore and shipping industry and a popular congress and festival town. Maximum capacity is 1000 people.

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24.January 2012

Haugesund Convention Bureau

Haugesund Convention Bureau can help you organise a smooth and successful event. Its network, systems and creative drive are available to you free.

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3.May 2011

Meeting venues in Haugesund

Hotels can accommodate 880 people. Alternative venues include an art gallery, a haunted salmon castle or a stay close to nature in a lighthouse.

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Getting here and around | 10.January 2012

Getting to the Stavanger Region and around

Direct flights from several destinations in Europe make it easy to visit the Stavanger Region whether it is for business or holiday.

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Getting here and around | Air travel | 27.September 2011

Cheap flights to Stavanger

Fly Norwegian – the easy, pleasant and affordable way to visit Stavanger.

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Getting here and around | Cruise | 8.December 2011

Video: Stories for Life: Fjord cruise on the Lysefjord

Take a fjord cruise with Norway host David Spinx to see the Pulpit Rock in Ryfylke. And learn about the history of Norway along the way.

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Getting here and around | 8.August 2011

Getting to Ryfylke and around

Ryfylke is accessible from major Norwegian towns and ports of entry.

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Getting here and around | 15.April 2011

Getting to Haugesund and Haugalandet, and around

There are direct flights from Oslo and Bergen to Haugesund.

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Getting here and around | 19.April 2011

Getting to Sirdal

Sirdal is a valley in the southwest of Norway. The easiest way of getting to Sirdal is by car.

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Tourist information | 10.January 2012

Tourist information in Stavanger and Sandnes

The Tourist Information Offices in Stavanger and Sandnes can help you with just about any query.

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Tourist information | 24.January 2012

Tourist information in Ryfylke

There are several tourist information offices in the Ryfylke area.

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Tourist information | 28.September 2011

Tourist information in Haugesund and Haugalandet

You will find tourist information offices throughout the region.

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Tourist information | 19.April 2011

Tourist information in Sirdal

There are two tourist information offices in Sirdal. Here you will find all the information you need to plan your holiday in the area.

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What is on | Concerts & Festivals | Festivals | 3.August 2011

Festivals in Haugesund and Haugalandet

Visit Haugesund and Haugalandet during the Viking Festival, the Haugesund International Jazz Festival Sildajazz, or the International Film Festival.

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What to do | Food & Drink | 18.January 2012

Matsafari: Hiking and Food Safaris

Matsafari offers hiking trips combined with professional cooking classes and tasty meals in the Stavanger Region.

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What to do | Food & Drink | 10.January 2012

Food in the Stavanger Region

Experience the Gladmat Food Festival, or visit the restaurant Tango run by Kjartan Skjelde, one of Norway's best known chefs.

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What to do | Shopping | 10.January 2012

Shopping in the Stavanger Region

The Stavanger Region offers a range of shopping opportunities from big shopping centres to charming city shops, niche boutiques and factory outlets.

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What to do | Tours & Safaris | Tour suggestions | 10.January 2012

Tour suggestions in the Stavanger Region

Go on a sightseeing tour of Stavanger, the Lysefjord or Norway’s only "palm island". Rent a bicycle or car and explore the region on your own.

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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Nature attractions | 10.January 2012

Attractions in the Stavanger Region

The Stavanger Region boasts many scenic attractions, among them the Lysefjord, Solastranda Beach and the mountains of Preikestolen and Kjerag.

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What to do | Action & Adventure | 10.January 2012

What to do in the Stavanger Region

Visit the Norwegian Petroleum Museum, go on a cruise on the Lysefjord, ascend Preikestolen or join a guided sightseeing trip around Stavanger.

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What to do | Tours & Safaris | Tour suggestions | 9.January 2012

Hiking offers in the Stavanger Region

The Stavanger Region offers varied hiking terrain, from rugged peaks in the Lysefjord to gentle coastal walks in Jæren. All are easily accessible.

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What to do | Active holiday | Hiking | 9.January 2012

Hiking in the Stavanger Region

Take a memorable hike to Preikestolen or Kjerag in the Lysefjord, or follow gentler terrain on a walk along the Jæren coastline south of Stavanger.

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What to do | Family & Fun | Theme parks | 19.April 2011

Kongeparken Family Park

Try a ride with this year's new attraction - a big dipper equivalent to the ones found in the Disney parks in in the USA.

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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Nature attractions | 22.September 2011

The Lysefjord

The Lysefjord is situated close to Stavanger, and is especially known for the mountain formations of Kjerag and Preikestolen (The Pulpit Rock).

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What to do | Active holiday | Hiking | 7.February 2012

Video: Hiking to Preikestolen (The Pulpit Rock)

The iconic Pulpit Rock rises 600 metres above the Lysefjord. Take the hike and enjoy the spectacular views.

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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Nature attractions | 9.December 2011

Video: Stories for Life: Hiking to the top of Preikestolen (the Pulpit Rock)

Hike from the Preikestolen Mountain Lodge to the top of Pulpit Rock, 600 metres above the Lysefjord, with Norway host David Spinx.

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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Nature attractions | 26.January 2012

Preikestolen and Ryfylke National Tourist Route 360 panorama SkyCam

Get a bird's eye view of Preikestolen (the Pulpit Rock), the Lysefjord and the rest of Ryfylke, home to the southernmost fjords in Norway.

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What to do | Shopping | 25.January 2012

Shopping in Ryfylke

Shopping in Ryfylke should be about local products such as traditional handicrafts, smoked salmon and ham from Suldal.

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What to do | Tours & Safaris | Tour suggestions | 24.January 2012

Hiking in Ryfylke

Two of the most popular hikes in Norway can be found in Ryfylke: Preikestolen (the Pulpit Rock) and Kjerag, both located by the Lysefjord.

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What to do | Tours & Safaris | Tour suggestions | 9.January 2012

Hiking offers in Ryfylke

Ryfylke offers plenty of walking options, whether you are looking for challenging hikes or more gentle walks. The Lysefjord is a popular destination.

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What to do | Tours & Safaris | 16.December 2011

Tour suggestions in Ryfylke

Drive the National Tourist Route Ryfylke or take a cruise on the Lysefjord.

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What to do | Active holiday | Riding & Sledging | 5.September 2011

Video: Stories for Life: Riding a fjord horse in Fjord Norway

Travel to Tjøstheim Ridesenter in Ryfylke and go horseback riding in fjords and mountains with Norway host David Spinx. Riding a fjord horse is easy.

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What to do | Active holiday | Fishing | 15.April 2011

Winter in Ryfylke

Start your winter adventure in Sauda.

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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Buildings & Monuments | 15.April 2011

What to do in Ryfylke

Walk up to Kjerag and Preikestolen (the Pulpit Rock) mountain plateaus, go salmon fishing, or take a cruise on the Lysefjord.

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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Nature attractions | 15.April 2011

Scenic attractions in Ryfylke

The panoramic view from Preikestolen (the Pulpit Rock) includes the Lysefjord and the surrounding mountain areas.

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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Food traditions | 15.April 2011

Food in Ryfylke

Salmon and halibut are important ingredients in the local kitchen in Ryfylke.

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What to do | Active holiday | Skiing | 15.April 2011

Cross-country skiing in Ryfylke

Sauda and Suldal are two of the best places for cross-country-skiing in Ryfylke.

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What to do | Active holiday | Skiing | 15.April 2011

Alpine skiing in Ryfylke

Sauda Ski Centre is the best place for alpine skiing in Ryfylke.

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What to do | Active holiday | Skiing | 31.January 2012

Winter in Haugesund and Haugalandet

The nearest ski resort to Haugesund and Haugalandet is Sauda. Here you will find cross-country tracks, downhill runs and a snowboard park.

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What to do | Shopping | 15.April 2011

Shopping in Haugesund and Haugalandet

Knitted clothing and textiles, handmade candles and local salmon are among the things you should buy in Haugesund and Haugalandet.

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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Nature attractions | 15.April 2011

Scenic attractions in Haugesund and Haugalandet

Enjoy the white, sandy beaches of karmøy, Langfossen Waterfall in Etne and the mountains of Haugalandet.

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What to do | Food & Drink | 15.April 2011

Dining in Haugesund and Haugalandet

Eat at a snack bar in Haugesund or find a restaurant with local food off the beaten track.

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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Nature attractions | 15.April 2011

What to do in Haugesund and Haugalandet

Interested in historical tours, landscape and recreational activities, culture and fjords? At Haugesund and Haugalandet you can experience it all.

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What to do | Active holiday | Hiking | 12.January 2012

Hiking offers in Sirdal

The Norwegian Trekking Association has a network of marked trails and cabins in the Sirdal region.

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What to do | Active holiday | Riding & Sledging | 12.October 2011

Winter in Sirdal

Sirdal is a popular ski resort 1.5 hours drive east of Stavanger. Here you will find five ski fields and 220 kilometers of cross-country tracks.

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What to do | Tours & Safaris | Tour suggestions | 23.June 2011

Tour suggestions in Sirdal

Sirdal is the perfect base for your holiday. Within one day, you can explore the Lysefjord, the mountains of Kjerag or the Suleskarvegen Road.

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What to do | Action & Adventure | Climbing | 19.April 2011

What to do in Sirdal

Sirdal offers a wide range of activities for the whole family as well as plenty of outdoor activities.

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What to do | Food & Drink | 19.April 2011

Dining in Sirdal

In Sirdal you will find traditional Norwegian food in most restaurants. The mountains here are full of delicious ingredients.

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What to do | Attractions & Culture | Nature attractions | 19.April 2011

Attractions in Sirdal

The annual sheep fair is a popular event in Sirdal. But there are many other attractions, natural or man-made, worth visiting in the area.

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What to do | Active holiday | Fishing | 5.September 2011

Video: Stories for Life: River expedition and salmon fishing

Head to Ryfylke in Fjord Norway and go on an expedition on the Suldalslågen River with Norway host David Spinx. You will get to try salmon fishing.

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What to do | Active holiday | Fishing | 19.April 2011

The Suldalslågen River

The Suldalslågen River runs for 22 kilometres from Lake Suldalsvatnet through a fertile valley until it reaches the sea at Sand.

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Where to stay | Hotels | 23.November 2011

Sola Strand Hotel

Sola Strand Hotel is situated by Solastranden Beach, close to Stavanger Airport Sola.

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Where to stay | Hotels | 10.January 2012

Where to stay in the Stavanger Region

Accommodation options are many in the Stavanger Region. Choose between hotels, bed & breakfasts, holiday cottages, camp sites and even lighthouses.

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Where to stay | Hotels | 16.December 2011

Where to stay in Ryfylke

As you journey through Ryfylke you will find varied accommodation, from Lysebotn at the head of the Lysefjord to Sauda in the north.

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Where to stay | Hotels | 15.April 2011

Where to stay in Haugesund and Haugalandet

Spend the night at a lighthouse in the open sea outside of Haugesund, or find a hotel or fishermen's cabin on the coast.

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Where to stay | Hotels | 19.April 2011

Where to stay in Sirdal

Sirdal offers a wide range of accommodation options. Choose between high standard hotels, cabins, campsites and a unique network of mountain cabins.

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