Category: Norway Life
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Vacation and Productivity: Lessons from Marrakech
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Introduction We’re waiting for the train to Gardermoen Airport. The Oslo sky is autumn blue, warm enough for…
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Book Review: The Paradox of Svalbard
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After spending seven weeks on Svalbard, I thought I had a good understanding of what life was like…
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What Does It Cost to Study in Norway?
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After completing my degree in Risk Analysis at UIS in Stavanger (2023-2025), it’s time to make up the…
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1000 Days of Norwegian On Duolingo; The Strangest Sentences
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Duolingo is known for its somewhat strange sentences. Scentences that make you question, when will I ever use…
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Why Results Matter More Than Degrees in 2025 Job Applications
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Here’s an uncomfortable truth about today’s job market: your degree is worth less than it was a decade…
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The Seven Summits of Norway: My Next Challenge?
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I’ve been looking for a new fitness challenge. After six rounds of the Nijmeegse Vierdaagse (the four day…
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Exploring Norway on a Budget: A Complete Guide
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I knew Norway was an expensive country before I moved here two years ago, but I was still…
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Test Your Norwegian! Similar Sayings in Norwegian and Dutch
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It has been fun learning Norwegian. Sayings I think are especially fun, and there are plenty of similarities…
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My SAS EuroBonus Credit Card Application: The Expat Credit Conundrum
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I recently cancelled my Dutch American Express Platinum card and mentioned that I was planning to switch to the SAS…
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900 Days of Duolingo Norwegian: Was It Worth It?
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As I celebrate my 900-day streak learning Norwegian on Duolingo, it seems like the perfect time to reflect…
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Review: Fjordline Ferry from Kristiansand to Hirtshals with EV Charging 2025
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I recently went back to the Netherlands, so it was time for another ferry ride. Having previously written…
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Why I’m Cancelling My Dutch Amex Platinum Card
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After three years with my American Express Platinum card, I’ve decided to call it quits. The Good Old…
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Is Scandinavia Becoming a More Popular Vacation Destination?
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As a longtime fan of all things Scandinavian, I’ve noticed that Scandinavia seems to be becoming a more…
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A Weekend at the DNT Cabin Grautheller: The Last Snow of the Season in Sirdal
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Our cabin trip to Grautheller last week was a perfect early spring getaway in the mountains. After navigating…
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Hiking the Randaberg Coastline: A Rainy but Rewarding 20km Hike
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Last weekend, we kicked off our first proper training for the Four Day Marches with a 20km coastal…
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Ferry between Netherlands and Norway: Where are we at?
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As someone who has experienced firsthand the convenience of ferry travel between the Netherlands and Norway, I’m cautiously…
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Review: Fjordline Ferry from Stavanger to Hirtshals
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The Fjordline ferry provides a convenient connection between Norway and Denmark, with comfortable facilities and good amenities. What…
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Rainy Day Activities in Stavanger: Having Fun When It Pours
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Living in Stavanger means accepting a simple truth: Rainy days are the default, and sunny days are the…
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EuroBonus Calculator: Find the Value of Your Points
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Determining the value of your Eurobonus points can be tricky. Reward programs are made to give the impression…
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Besseggen and Jotunheimen: A 5-Day No-Car Hiking and Camping Guide
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This summer, my friend and I wanted to go camping and hiking to escape the busy city life…