There are budget accommodation options in the Norwegian capital, but you may need to consider staying outside the central area. If you’re travelling on a shoestring budget, a trip Norway is probably not your best option....
One of the most famous residents of Oslo is a fictional alcoholic detective. We take a look at the life and times of Jo Nesbø's creation, Harry Hole. We’ve kept spoilers to a minimum, and as...
The Kalmar Union was a personal union between Norway, Denmark and Sweden – which at the time also included much of modern Finland – under a single crown. Nowadays, the monarchies of Europe are largely ceremonial....
Is it really possible to become a fluent Norwegian speaker in just six months? One linguistics expert says it is. English and the Scandinavian languages all come from the same root. They share similar structures, and...
The Kon-Tiki voyage led by Norwegian explorer Thor Heyerdahl was a huge success and proved beyond doubt that Polynesia could have been settled from South America. One of the great mysteries of anthropology is how Polynesia...
Norway is known for its oil and gas, but the country's economy relies on several other key industries. We take a look at Norway's biggest commercial interests. If you ask someone what Norway's biggest industries are,...
A look back at the life and work of Norway’s most famous actresses. When you think of the European cinema, certain names such as Sofia Loren and Brigitte Bardot spring to mind. But one name that’s...
If you’re looking for a beautiful, smart, energetic dog, look no further than the National Dog of Norway. One of the world’s oldest dog breeds, the ancestors of elkhounds have been found buried in Viking burial...
Denmark, Norway and Sweden share so much history and culture. Would they do better as one country? ‘Think what a great country we could have been together’, said Norwegian billionaire Petter Stordalen in 2016. The question...
A look at the performance of the Norwegian film industry on the international stage. With the 91st Academy Award nominations out, Norway’s submission Hva vil folk si (What Will People Say?) has not made it into contention....