Getting there

We travelled on DFDS Scandinavian Seaways, which operates the overnight Harwich to Esbjerg service

We travelled on DFDS Scandinavian Seaways, which operates the overnight Harwich to Esbjerg service. Irish holidaymakers cross the Irish Sea free with Stena Line if they book before March 31st for seven nights or more.

Details and Motoring Holiday brochure from Stena Line on 01-204 7733 or 021-272 965 or 061-316 253; or any travel agent. In Northern Ireland, Scandinavian Seaways operates in co-operation with Seacat on the Belfast Stranraer route.

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