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Living with Norwegians

Your friendly guide to understanding Norwegian culture and surviving life in Norway.

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Becoming Norwegian

Experience authentic Norwegian culture and traditions. Learn how to become truly Norwegian through these essential cultural activities and experiences.

Watch "Grevinnen og Hovmesteren" on Christmas Eve
Watch "Grevinnen og Hovmesteren" on Christmas Eve

The Norwegian Christmas tradition of Dinner for One.

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Norwegian Tacos (Fredagstaco): Why Norway Loves Taco Friday - Cultural Guide
Norwegian Tacos (Fredagstaco): Why Norway Loves Taco Friday - Cultural Guide

Discover why Norway consumes more tacos per capita than any country outside Mexico, the history of Fredagstaco tradition, and how to celebrate Taco Friday the Norwegian way

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Do a Dugnad
Do a Dugnad

Join Norway's treasured tradition of community volunteer work

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Celebrate May 17th - Norway's National Day
Celebrate May 17th - Norway's National Day

Experience Norway's biggest celebration of independence and culture

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Go Cross-Country Skiing
Go Cross-Country Skiing

Experience Norway's favorite winter activity

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Try Brunost - Norwegian Brown Cheese
Try Brunost - Norwegian Brown Cheese

Taste Norway's brown cheese

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Go to the Hytte
Go to the Hytte

Experience the Norwegian tradition of cabin life

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Become a Norwegian Citizen
Become a Norwegian Citizen

Your guide to Norwegian citizenship

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Go Syden
Go Syden

Experience Norway's winter sun vacation

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Play Kahoot!
Play Kahoot!

Learn about Norway's popular quiz game

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See the Northern Lights
See the Northern Lights

Witnessing the Aurora Borealis in Norway's Arctic regions.

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See a Fjord
See a Fjord

Experiencing Norway's iconic natural wonders.

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Jump in a Fjord (Preferably a Very Cold One)
Jump in a Fjord (Preferably a Very Cold One)

The braving tradition of cold-water swimming in Norwegian fjords.

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Try Smalahove
Try Smalahove

The traditional Norwegian dish of sheep's head - not for the faint of heart.

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Become an Atheist (Or At Least Act Like One)
Become an Atheist (Or At Least Act Like One)

Understanding Norway's secular society and low religiosity.

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Make Fun of the Swedes
Make Fun of the Swedes

The friendly rivalry between Norway and Sweden.

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Get Koselig and Light a Candle (Or Two, or Twenty)
Get Koselig and Light a Candle (Or Two, or Twenty)

Understanding the Norwegian concept of coziness and comfort.

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Pitch a Tent Anywhere Thanks to Allemannsretten
Pitch a Tent Anywhere Thanks to Allemannsretten

Norway's right to roam law that lets you camp almost anywhere.

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Try Snus
Try Snus

The smokeless tobacco product that's popular in Norway.

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Go Out in the Sun (Even If It's Winter)
Go Out in the Sun (Even If It's Winter)

Norwegians' obsession with sunshine and outdoor time year-round.

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Closing Thoughts
Closing Thoughts

Final reflections on living with Norwegians and making Norway your home.

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Sleeping with Norwegians: Romance, Relationships & Intimacy
Sleeping with Norwegians: Romance, Relationships & Intimacy

Understanding Norwegian attitudes toward relationships, dating, and intimacy. A guide to navigating romantic connections in Norway.

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