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In the course of the last few years travel connections to the Faroes have improved considerably and this has contributed to a growth in the tourist industry in the Faroes.
The visitors who put the Faroes on their travel itinerary are greeted by breathtaking landscapes, exciting historical legends, a striking abundance of animal species, a powerful cultural heritage and the presence of hospitable individuals, who are accustomed to living in close accord with nature. However, the Faroes are also a highly modern society with excellent means of transportation, a good variety of accommodation possibilities, and an extensive number of noteworthy tourist attractions.
Getting there
People often assume that access to the Faroes is both time-consuming and limited because of its remote location. However, the Faroes can be easily reached both by air and sea.
For more information on transport to the Faroes, timetables and prices please contact your travel agent or one of the following companies, which offer transportation to the Faroes.
Atlantic Airways (International flights)
Smyril Line (The North Atlantic Link)
Getting around
The Faroe Islands are an island community with a modern road network, numerous tunnels and bridges, reliable and frequent bus- and ferry connections, an excellent helicopter service to the remotest islands, as well new under sea tunnels have made transportation within the country a lot easier and more uncomplicated, than it was earlier.
For more information on transportation within the Faroes, please contact the following companies.
Strandfaraskip Landsins (Domestic Transport)
Atlantic Airways (Helicopter Service)
Accommodation
With regard to accommodation there is a wide range of opportunities. You have a choice of hotels, guesthouses, youth hostels, private accommodation and camping. There are numerous options in a range of price categories.
Further information
Visit Faroe Islands
Faroe Islands Tourist Board
www.faroeislands.com
Terms and Conditions for Visa
People who intend to visit the Faroe Islands for a short period need a visa that gives them the right to enter the Faroe Islands, if they are from a country where visa is required.
The list of countries requiring visa for entering the Faroe Islands is the same as for Denmark. Furthermore, conditions for obtaining a visa for the Faroe Islands are similar to the conditions for obtaining a visa for Denmark. For further information visit www.denmark.org.uk
A visa for Denmark does not give the holder the right to enter the Faroe Islands unless it is stated in the visa, just as a visa for the Faroe Islands does not give the holder right to enter Denmark, if it is not stated in the visa.
Visa is required for entering the Faroe Islands regardless of the person having a residence permit in Denmark. Correspondingly, a visa is required when entering Denmark, even though the person has a residence permit in the Faroe Islands.
Where to apply for a VISA
Contact the Royal Danish Embassy or Consulate in your country of residence for further information.
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