How to eat on the cheap in Oslo
You’ve heard it a million times before, and it’s true: Oslo is expensive. The Norwegian capital has some of the…
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The Oslo Pass: is it worth buying?
If you’ve been researching a trip to Oslo, you’ve probably seen something about the Oslo Pass, known locally as Oslopasset. The…
50 free things to do in Oslo
One of the world’s most expensive cities, Oslo is well known for the slimming effect it can have on tourists’ wallets….
Norwegian last names: a simple guide
Norwegian last names have a fascinating history. They can tell a story about a person’s ancestors, where they came from…
Where is Norwegian spoken, and how many people speak it?
You may know that Norwegian is spoken in Norway, but do you know which other languages Norwegians speak? And where…
Getting from Copenhagen to Oslo
If you’ve already made the trip to Copenhagen, there’s not much stopping you from heading even further north, all the…
Camping in Norway: the ultimate guide
Camping in some of the world’s most dramatic terrain is one of the best things about a trip to Norway….
Seeing the northern lights in Norway
Despite the bone-numbingly cold temperatures, Norway’s far north has become the place to be in winter. This is a beautiful…
12 of the best things to do in Norway’s Lofoten Islands
High up inside the Arctic Circle, this scenic Lofoten Islands along Norway’s north coast are incredibly picturesque – with white…
Raising hell: The beginner’s guide to Norwegian black metal
Devil worship, church burning, murder and violence – is that what Norwegian black metal is all about? Or is it…