This category is all about general information about Norway, both for those of you who are curious about the country, as well as those of you who plan to visit at one point. You will learn a lot about Norway and how things work in Norway in this category.
Norway is an incredible country with lots of different tourist attractions, both natural attractions as well as man-made structures aimed to wow people who experience them. There are generally fewer tourist traps in Norway than in many other countries in the world, but there are still some big tourist traps that you might want to … Read more
If you’re thinking about moving to Norway, then you are going to want to either find a place to rent, or even find a house that you can buy. I usually recommend most foreigners to rent the first time they move to Norway in order to check out the area and get a feel for … Read more
One of the most incredible things about Norway is the freedom to roam principle that allows you to set up a wild camp with your tent pretty much anywhere in nature. This provides a free alternative to spending the nights at hostels, and can be a great experience for people who enjoys being in nature. … Read more
Visiting Kirkenes is a very special experience, with this rather small town being closer to the Russian border than any neighboring city. It’s in a remote place far north in Norway, and the easiest method of getting to Kirkenes is by flying an airplane to Kirkenes airport Høybuktmoen. But the problem is that Høybuktmoen is … Read more
There are certain situations when fishing in Norway where you want to pay for the national fishing fee. This is a small (just under 300 NOK / $30 USD) fee that all fishermen must pay if they want to fish river salmon in Norway, and the money from this fee is used for wildlife management … Read more
Trolltunga is one of the most incredible natural sights in all of Norway, and it attracts over 80,000 visitors every single year. This rock formation is pretty unique with the rock sticking out over the mountainside, but is Trolltunga safe to visit? Visiting Trolltunga is pretty safe, but there are some tourists who have fallen … Read more
The average cost of giving birth in the United States is around $30,000, but this sum is actually completely different in Norway. You might have heard of the cheap public health system in Norway, which actually includes childbirth. So, what’s the expected cost of giving birth in a hospital in Norway? The cost of giving … Read more
Norway is known for being very expensive, and in addition to the general expensiveness of the country, all alcohol is highly taxed. This has lead to some of the highest costs of beer in the entire world, so exactly how much should you expect to pay for a beer in Norway in 2022? You should … Read more
Kjeragbolten is a characteristic rock wedged between two mountainsides, overhanging the majestic Lysefjorden. It’s definitely one of the most popular places to get a photo in the area, but how safe is it really to climb out onto Kjergabolten for a photo op? There has never been a single fatality or even accident at Kjeragbolten … Read more
The general healthcare system in Norway is very good with very low fees for the end user. Even being admitted for a big surgery at a hospital is completely free in Norway, but despite this, I still recommend travel insurance to tourists who visit Norway. So why do you need travel insurance when visiting Norway … Read more
