Comments on: 13 Unmistakable Norwegian Habits

By: Catherine

Catherine — Fri, 18 Aug 2023 18:26:45 +0000

We have just come home from a holiday in Norway and I have to say I don’t find the Norweigan’s stand offish at all. They were all so friendly and most wanted a chat when they knew we were visitors from the UK. I think my son spoke to every single political party that were campaining on the street – all of them spent time chatting with him about the various parties, policies and politics. Waiters took the time to chat, drivers were courteous and the people we stayed with were really warm and friendly. So no, I can’t say I find the Norweigens to be cool in any way.

By: Kristine

Kristine — Fri, 18 Aug 2023 18:20:01 +0000

In reply to Jennifer Lewis-Haakonsen. Hmmm…I’m in the U.S. and haven’t ever had an issue finding duvets.

By: Hansi from Norway

Hansi from Norway — Thu, 22 Jun 2023 23:17:35 +0000

In reply to Pete Story. it starts at eight and finishes at four. FINAL. 30 minute lunch is standard, if you smoke you have right for 5 minutes pr hour pause to have a smoke. (Do not know any other country that has this)

By: Janie

Janie — Wed, 12 Apr 2023 09:51:21 +0000

I love this article! It is written in such an entertaining tone and with such good humour. You’ve put a positive spin on the things I find scary about Norway (stand-off-ish people, being blanked, etc.)

By: Thomas

Thomas — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 20:06:03 +0000

In reply to Wenche Fox. Maybe tongue in cheek sarcastic humour is also something that doesn't transcend the north sea well. I know we brits may sometimes be self aggrandising but in this case i would say he was joking.

By: Mike Horvath

Mike Horvath — Thu, 05 Jan 2023 16:57:02 +0000

In Hungary, we also take our shoes off in other people’s houses. It’s a really interesting article and I love your website. I hope to visit Norway one day.

By: David Nikel

David Nikel — Tue, 22 Feb 2022 12:49:12 +0000

In reply to John. You are correct John, noone says "Eurofizz" except Big Frank :D

By: John

John — Sat, 11 Dec 2021 05:43:09 +0000

In reply to Frank Daniels. Does anyone really say 'Eurofizz'? If you are ever in Stavanger head to Cardinal Pub for an amazing range of beers ... and prices to match.

By: Ruth Elder

Ruth Elder — Sat, 11 Dec 2021 02:00:10 +0000

Punctuality. Norwegian children learn to tell time before learning to read. 4 year olds wear wrist watches. It is rude to be early and rude to be late.

By: Wenche Fox

Wenche Fox — Fri, 10 Dec 2021 15:17:50 +0000

In reply to Frank Daniels. So according to you the only right way to do something is the British way? We also have another say in Norway. Ta seden dit du kommer. Meaning when in Rome do like the Romans. I am Norwegian and I have lived in 8 different countries and that's what I do. By the way I also lived in Italy for 10 years and just came back from a trip there (I have family there) and guess what, They also reach over like we do in Norway.