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Living in Norway

There are some things you must know about everyday life in Norway. From the rules of the road to how to access healthcare services, the Norwegian lifestyle takes some adjusting to.

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Interior of a Scandinavian design apartment.

The Complete Guide to Apartments in Norway

Norwegian waffles served in the traditional heart shape.

An Introduction to Norwegian Waffles

Norway stave church and graveyard image.

Funerals in Norway: Unique Traditions of Norwegian Burials

Swedish tradition eating gingerbread and saffron bun with glögg to drink during advent and Christmas times.

Gløgg: The Scandinavian Twist on Mulled Wine

Norway Maple in fall colours.

Norway Maple: Is It Really a Bad Tree?

Driving a car on Norway's Atlantic Ocean Road.

Driving a Foreign Vehicle in Norway

Röyksopp performing live at Oslo Spektrum.

Röyksopp’s Profound Mysteries Live in Oslo

Flags of the US and Norway.

Americans in Norway: Facts, Stats & Resources

Röyksopp performing live with Robyn at Sonar festival in 2014. Photo: Christian Bertrand / Shutterstock.com.

Röyksopp: Norway’s Foremost Electronic Music Duo

Norwegian-Italian Alessandra at the Melodi Grand Prix. Photo: NRK screen grab.

Norway Sends Alessandra to Eurovision with ‘Queen of Kings’

A traditional red, wooden house in rural Norway.

Housing Benefits in Norway Explained

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A Complete Guide to Volunteering in Norway

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