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Renowned South African news anchor, Leanne Manas is enjoying the getaway of a lifetime in the breathtaking Scandinavian country of Norway.
Since 18 December 2024, Manas has been sharing highlights from her adventure on social media, giving followers a glimpse into her unforgettable experiences.
One of the standout moments of her trip was a train journey from Oslo to Bergen, which she described as “one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world.”
Reflecting on the experience, Manas posted, “Gliding through a winter wonderland, we arrived in a city renowned as the wettest place in Europe—where it rains an incredible 265 days a year! And we experienced it in all its glory. It was magical! Drenched from head to toe, we embraced the rain—stomping through puddles, watching the lights shimmer on the sidewalks, and soaking in the warm, comforting scents of cinnamon, gingerbread, and traditional sidewalk fire pits. Just when I think it can’t possibly get better, I turn a corner, and it does….”
Among the many adventures, Manas and her family embarked on the Havila Voyages, a Norwegian coastal cruise renowned for its sustainable travel along Norway’s stunning coastline. Sailing into the Arctic, they experienced the polar night—a mesmerising phenomenon where the Sun remains hidden below the horizon for over 24 hours.
Reflecting on this rare experience, Manas wrote, “Silence, something so rare in our hustling, chaotic lives, has found us here. In the biting darkness, with temperatures below freezing, there’s a peace unlike anything I’ve ever known. The beauty of Christmas feels stronger with every passing moment as we move deeper into its heart. This journey is beyond anything I could have imagined—bigger than my dreams and more magical than words can capture.”
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