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We'll be in Norway for 8 days with our 7 year old. We'd love an itinerary for how many days to spend where to see as much as we can of this beautiful country. We're flying in and out of Oslo but need recommendations for where else to visit. [more inside]
posted by dabadoo around Norway at 9:41 AM - 16 answers

What should we not miss in Norway, when we make day-long stays in Bergen, Alesund, Geiranger, Flaam and Stavanger? Mrs. Rabarberofficer is taking us on a cruise to Norway. I would love to surprise her by taking her to some hidden gems along the way... [more inside]
posted by Rabarberofficer around Norway at 3:54 PM - 8 answers

Looking to do a Nordic cruise destination next year, 2 adults and 2 kids (5 & 1.5). 7-12 days. Any specific suggestions or tips? [more inside]
posted by St. Peepsburg around Oslo, Norway at 12:09 PM - 5 answers

What do you think is an ideal itinerary for nine days in Norway for a Nordic newbie? [more inside]
posted by mollywas around Norway at 12:22 AM - 9 answers

“There’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes” - really? I am going to Norway next month from overseas, and have 10 days there. Am I better off spending only a few days in Norway and then booking a cheap flight to somewhere warmer? [more inside]
posted by gemutlichkeit around Norway at 5:02 PM - 9 answers

Headed to Norway this summer. Spending 5 days on a friend’s farm 2 hours from Oslo, 4 days in Oslo. Where else in Norway should we go for 3 days? Train or fly, we won’t have a car. Open to just about anything!
posted by gryphonlover around Norway at 1:03 PM - 7 answers

All the previous mentions of visiting Norway have highlighted how expensive it is to eat out. What's the best way to self-cater without missing out on Norwegian culture or good fun holiday times? Crucial snowflakes after the jump. [more inside]
posted by Cheese Monster around Norway at 7:59 PM - 17 answers

9 years and 9 months ago, Mrs Unless and I got married and followed this up with a trip to Norway. We'd like to go back to celebrate 10 years, along with our 2 year old. Where should we go? What can we do? [more inside]
posted by unless I'm very much mistaken around Norway at 2:42 PM - 4 answers

I am going on my first real vacation in years and am flying into Oslo for a week in June. What should I do there? I'm open to things in Oslo, in Norway, and in surrounding countries​. [more inside]
posted by sockermom around Oslo, Norway at 4:44 AM - 17 answers

I have two days in Oslo December 3rd after a conference and am wondering what I should do. I want to spend it all in the city (no nature or hiking for me), so looking for urban things such as museums, art galleries, etc. Plus something very non-intellectual as I will be keen on that after days of discussion. Recommendations for vegetarian or vegetarian friendly places that I should be sure to eat at also very welcome. Any and all recommendations appreciated.
posted by lesbiassparrow around Oslo, Norway at 1:56 PM - 14 answers

Going to Oslo, Norway tomorrow at short notice - what is the least worst option for getting Norwegian currency with the current terrible state of British sterling? Airport exchange will not accept pre-orders for collection due to market instability, usually a reasonable deal. Should I just draw cash on my debit card when I get to Oslo?
posted by Hugobaron around Oslo, Norway at 3:28 AM - 6 answers

We're visiting Oslo for a week next month and I would love some good running routes. Any suggestions or resources? [more inside]
posted by carbide around Oslo, Norway at 6:54 AM - 3 answers

So we're planning a weekend trip to Heddal stave church, which is only five hours and six minutes by car from here, as I just found out. What else to do in the area? Where to sleep? [more inside]
posted by Namlit around Heddal, Norway at 12:20 PM - 4 answers

What should my husband and I absolutely not miss when we are in Oslo in a couple of weeks' time? We are staying three nights in the city: arriving Wednesday 12th August in the early evening and leaving Saturday 15th early afternoon. However, we have a day ticket to the Oya Festival on the Friday (the festival site does not open til 1pm though), so in terms of actual sightseeing time we have one evening, one whole day and a couple of half-days. [more inside]
posted by schmoo around Oslo, Norway at 9:45 AM - 8 answers

My family - me, husband, 18-month-old toddler - is headed to Oslo next week. For three full days, I'll be busy all day with an academic conference. Help us think of easily accessible, toddler-friendly things for my husband and son to do during that time. [more inside]
posted by Cygnet around Oslo, Norway at 6:42 AM - 3 answers

1. Define "metatemporal". 2. Click here. 3. It can't not be a joke... so it's a joke. Right? Ha ha?
posted by t(h)om(as) around Jabalpur, Norway at 6:36 AM - 3 answers

We're heading to Norway at the beginning of February for a week. We're thinking a few days in Oslo, and then up to Tromsø to try to see the northern lights. We've got a bunch of questions about renting a car and driving in the winter, as well as exploring northern Norway. [more inside]
posted by gchucky around Norway at 8:31 PM - 7 answers

I'am going to Oslo in norway for a reportage on the suscon. I'am a geek (tech guy (java , python ) , video game lover, role playing gamer) and fond of different underground (hackerspace , urbex , goth one etc ...). If you have any contacts here or place to visit i will be glad .... Regards Bussiere
posted by bussiere around Oslo, Norway at 7:57 AM - 2 answers

Mrs. Hanoixan and I will be taking a trip from Oslo to Paris over a couple of weeks in August. We're already planning on seeing the Sognefjord, and tooling around the French countryside. There's a ton in the middle. What route would you suggest (we'll be taking trains where we can)? We like the road less travelled and beautiful places.
posted by hanoixan around Oslo, Norway at 10:30 PM - 1 answer

Six of us are spending 8 days in Norway in August. Oslo and Bergen. Any advice on renting houses vs. hotel rooms? Places/sites that shouldn't be missed? [more inside]
posted by meta x zen around Norway at 5:43 AM - 4 answers