https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Norway in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed Norway is gearing up for a big increase in visitors this summer, driven by several favourable factors. https://www.thelocal.no/20240624/why-norway-can-expect-a-boom-in-visitors-this-summer Mon, 24 Jun 2024 17:05:30 +0200 why-norway-can-expect-a-boom-in-visitors-this-summer Norway's tax administration begins sending out its tax returns in March. There are also several other key tax dates you'll need to have in your calendar. https://www.thelocal.no/20240105/the-key-norwegian-tax-deadlines-you-need-to-know-about-in-2024 Fri, 05 Jan 2024 13:44:56 +0100 the-key-norwegian-tax-deadlines-you-need-to-know-about-in-2024 Norwegian supermarkets have begun the year locked in a price battle, and the cost of many everyday goods has been slashed. However, industry experts forecast rises in the second half of the year. https://www.thelocal.no/20240105/whats-going-to-happen-to-food-prices-in-norway-in-2024 Fri, 05 Jan 2024 12:11:05 +0100 whats-going-to-happen-to-food-prices-in-norway-in-2024 Norway is home to world-class produce and many fantastic restaurants. In 2024, there are several dates that food lovers up and down the country should keep in their diaries. https://www.thelocal.no/20240108/norways-food-calendar-12-events-for-foodies-to-look-forward-to-in-2024 Mon, 08 Jan 2024 13:39:08 +0100 norways-food-calendar-12-events-for-foodies-to-look-forward-to-in-2024 Comedy festivals, food, music and cultural events are among the most unmissable things happening in Oslo in 2024. https://www.thelocal.no/20231206/the-most-unmissable-events-in-oslo-in-2024 Wed, 06 Dec 2023 17:41:19 +0100 the-most-unmissable-events-in-oslo-in-2024 There are several promising factors on the horizon that could positively impact your finances in Norway in 2024. https://www.thelocal.no/20240102/why-2024-could-be-a-good-year-for-your-finances-in-norway Tue, 02 Jan 2024 11:46:49 +0100 why-2024-could-be-a-good-year-for-your-finances-in-norway Food, music and film festivals, as well as annual traditions and events for outdoors enthusiasts, promise to make 2024 an exciting year in Bergen. https://www.thelocal.no/20231212/the-most-unmissable-events-in-bergen-in-2024 Tue, 12 Dec 2023 16:50:22 +0100 the-most-unmissable-events-in-bergen-in-2024 Norway's counties being split up, cheaper child care, more expensive alcohol and internet shopping, interest rates, the Norwegian krone and changes to how travel in and out of Norway will work are among the things to be aware of next year. https://www.thelocal.no/20231114/everything-that-changes-in-norway-in-2024 Tue, 14 Nov 2023 16:14:36 +0100 everything-that-changes-in-norway-in-2024 New flight rules, new travel rules, the currency and more are among the changes when travelling to and from Norway in 2024. https://www.thelocal.no/20231127/what-changes-about-travel-to-and-from-norway-in-2024 Mon, 27 Nov 2023 17:28:17 +0100 what-changes-about-travel-to-and-from-norway-in-2024 Norway is known for its high prices. The cost of some essentials should actually fall next year. However, many things will become more expensive. https://www.thelocal.no/20231207/what-will-be-cheaper-and-more-expensive-in-norway-in-2024 Thu, 07 Dec 2023 17:32:58 +0100 what-will-be-cheaper-and-more-expensive-in-norway-in-2024 Whether it be new 'nightsleepers' or eastward expansions, a whole host of new intra-European train routes and schedules are set to be launched in 2024. Here are the details thanks to The Man in Seat 61. https://www.thelocal.no/20231108/explained-the-big-changes-for-train-travel-across-europe-in-2024 Wed, 08 Nov 2023 18:41:33 +0100 explained-the-big-changes-for-train-travel-across-europe-in-2024 Master these hacks to stretch your annual leave and savour Norway's public holidays for longer. https://www.thelocal.no/20231121/how-to-maximise-norways-public-holidays-in-2024-five-essential-tricks Tue, 21 Nov 2023 13:26:20 +0100 how-to-maximise-norways-public-holidays-in-2024-five-essential-tricks The future of the Norwegian property market is the subject of great interest and speculation. After a rocky start to 2024, things are expected to pick up later in the year. https://www.thelocal.no/20231220/what-to-expect-from-norways-property-market-in-2024 Wed, 20 Dec 2023 15:14:51 +0100 what-to-expect-from-norways-property-market-in-2024 With an unexpected interest rate hike in mid-December and a near-collapse in property construction, Norway's economic growth is set to remain weak next year, with unemployment creeping up and real wages rising marginally. https://www.thelocal.no/20231215/what-will-happen-to-norways-economy-in-2024 Fri, 15 Dec 2023 17:43:10 +0100 what-will-happen-to-norways-economy-in-2024 Will life get better or worse for foreigners in Norway in 2024? Which Scandi lifestyle trends will go viral? Will we get any fresh political scandals? Gaze into your crystal ball and fill out The Local’s survey. https://www.thelocal.no/20231214/tell-us-what-are-you-predictions-for-life-in-norway-in-2024 Thu, 14 Dec 2023 12:47:27 +0100 tell-us-what-are-you-predictions-for-life-in-norway-in-2024 Norway will remove the customs exception for purchases under 350 kroner from foreign online stores not signed up to its VAT scheme from the New Year. https://www.thelocal.no/20231207/online-shopping-in-norway-to-become-more-expensive-in-2024 Thu, 07 Dec 2023 12:09:21 +0100 online-shopping-in-norway-to-become-more-expensive-in-2024 The Norwegian government has agreed a deal for the 2024 state budget with the Socialist Left Party, which will see more money for families, students and healthcare. https://www.thelocal.no/20231204/how-the-changes-to-norways-2024-state-budget-will-affect-you Mon, 04 Dec 2023 13:23:44 +0100 how-the-changes-to-norways-2024-state-budget-will-affect-you There's plenty to look forward to in Norway in 2024, whether it's fantastic food, world-class wine, amazing festivals or events in the Norwegian city named the European Capital of Culture. https://www.thelocal.no/20231121/the-most-unmissable-events-in-norway-in-2024 Tue, 21 Nov 2023 12:51:15 +0100 the-most-unmissable-events-in-norway-in-2024 Amazing cultural events in northern Norway, the weak krone making trips more affordable, new ways to get to Norway, and spectacular scenery like the Northern Lights mean you should consider a trip in 2024. https://www.thelocal.no/20231127/five-reasons-why-2024-will-be-a-good-time-to-visit-norway Mon, 27 Nov 2023 12:07:57 +0100 five-reasons-why-2024-will-be-a-good-time-to-visit-norway