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 a popular year-round tourism destination. However, there’s a strong case to be made for May being the best time of year for a trip. https://www.thelocal.no/20250425/four-reasons-why-may-is-probably-the-best-time-of-year-to-visit-norway Fri, 25 Apr 2025 15:53:51 +0200 four-reasons-why-may-is-probably-the-best-time-of-year-to-visit-norway Trollstigen, one of Norway’s most iconic roads, is set to open for the summer season a full month earlier than expected. https://www.thelocal.no/20260423/norways-legendary-trollstigen-road-reopens-in-record-time Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:34:11 +0200 norways-legendary-trollstigen-road-reopens-in-record-time If you are planning to visit Norway, especially popular destinations like Lofoten, keep in mind that costs may rise for both cruise passengers and hotel guests. https://www.thelocal.no/20260323/100-kroner-per-passenger-norway-reveals-how-new-cruise-tax-will-work Mon, 23 Mar 2026 15:10:41 +0100 100-kroner-per-passenger-norway-reveals-how-new-cruise-tax-will-work Are you planning a trip to Oslo? The Oslo Pass may be just what you need. It could help you save money on top attractions and transport, depending on your itinerary and how long you intend to stay. https://www.thelocal.no/20260316/is-the-oslo-pass-worth-getting-when-visiting-the-norwegian-capital Mon, 16 Mar 2026 15:45:11 +0100 is-the-oslo-pass-worth-getting-when-visiting-the-norwegian-capital As snow conditions in southern Europe are becoming less predictable, Norway is emerging as the destination British skiers are increasingly turning to. https://www.thelocal.no/20260219/from-curiosity-to-demand-how-norway-is-capturing-the-british-ski-market Thu, 19 Feb 2026 13:08:14 +0100 from-curiosity-to-demand-how-norway-is-capturing-the-british-ski-market Norway doesn't just want more tourists; it wants the 'right' ones. The country is asking visitors to go beyond quick sightseeing, stay longer, and travel responsibly to leave a positive mark on local communities and the environment. https://www.thelocal.no/20260213/norway-launches-new-push-to-attract-the-right-kind-of-tourist Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:08:34 +0100 norway-launches-new-push-to-attract-the-right-kind-of-tourist If you’re planning a cruise to Norway, be aware that starting in 2027, your trip may become a bit more expensive. The government plans to introduce a municipal cruise tax to help local communities handle the increase in tourists. https://www.thelocal.no/20260211/fjord-trips-to-get-more-expensive-as-norway-set-to-introduce-new-cruise-tax Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:22:19 +0100 fjord-trips-to-get-more-expensive-as-norway-set-to-introduce-new-cruise-tax A tragic crash in northern Norway has brought attention to the risks of the country's icy winter roads. As more tourists travel north to see the Northern Lights, locals warn that inexperienced drivers are making the roads dangerous and even deadly. https://www.thelocal.no/20260130/never-seen-a-snowflake-concern-grows-in-norway-over-dangerous-foreign-drivers Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:07:47 +0100 never-seen-a-snowflake-concern-grows-in-norway-over-dangerous-foreign-drivers High wages mean that tipping isn’t necessary in many cases in Norway. However, if you want to leave a gratuity for good service, here’s what’s considered polite. https://www.thelocal.no/20240702/how-much-should-tourists-really-tip-in-norway Tue, 02 Jul 2024 15:49:28 +0200 how-much-should-tourists-really-tip-in-norway Waist-deep in a rain-swollen river, Christer Kristoffersen cast his line, landed it gently on the water, and caught ... nothing. Norway's iconic wild salmon is in dramatic decline, a victim of fish farming and climate change. https://www.thelocal.no/20250709/the-long-slow-death-of-norways-wild-salmon Wed, 09 Jul 2025 11:45:28 +0200 the-long-slow-death-of-norways-wild-salmon Heatwaves and increased temperatures across Europe have tourists eyeing northern countries like Norway as future destinations. But how will climate change affect tourism in the Nordic country? https://www.thelocal.no/20230731/how-will-norway-be-affected-by-climate-change-drive-tourism Mon, 31 Jul 2023 17:29:08 +0200 how-will-norway-be-affected-by-climate-change-drive-tourism Norway's parliament passed a law last week which week empower municipalities struggling with overtourism to levy taxes on cruise passengers and hotel, AirBnb, and hostel stays. Here are the details. https://www.thelocal.no/20241125/everything-you-need-to-know-about-norways-planned-tourist-tax Mon, 25 Nov 2024 15:58:56 +0100 everything-you-need-to-know-about-norways-planned-tourist-tax Norway can be considered a very tourist-friendly country, and visitors are welcome almost everywhere. Still, there are some areas where locals have had issues with travellers. https://www.thelocal.no/20240327/where-in-norway-do-they-dislike-tourists Wed, 27 Mar 2024 16:01:13 +0100 where-in-norway-do-they-dislike-tourists After months of debate and pushback Norway’s ruling Labour Party has revised its proposed tourist tax proposal to target cruise and campervan tourists. https://www.thelocal.no/20250527/norways-plan-for-tourist-tax-changed-to-target-cruise-passengers Tue, 27 May 2025 12:30:53 +0200 norways-plan-for-tourist-tax-changed-to-target-cruise-passengers Staycations have never been so popular in Norway. Nearly 70 percent of Norwegians planning to take a summer holiday this year intend to stay home. What's going on? https://www.thelocal.no/20250519/why-a-record-number-of-norwegians-plan-to-holiday-at-home-this-summer Mon, 19 May 2025 13:14:19 +0200 why-a-record-number-of-norwegians-plan-to-holiday-at-home-this-summer Møre og Romsdal County Council voted to introduce tolls on the iconic Trollstigen road on Thursday, with the local authority wanting to use revenues generated by the charges to make the road landslide-proof. https://www.thelocal.no/20250424/local-authority-votes-for-tolls-at-one-of-norways-most-famous-tourist-sites Thu, 24 Apr 2025 17:38:42 +0200 local-authority-votes-for-tolls-at-one-of-norways-most-famous-tourist-sites Locals' patience with tourists is beginning to wear thin in one of the most popular destinations in northern Norway, according to a new survey of residents in the area, and there are a number of factors at play. https://www.thelocal.no/20250416/why-locals-at-one-of-norways-arctic-hotspots-are-fed-up-with-tourists Wed, 16 Apr 2025 13:18:19 +0200 why-locals-at-one-of-norways-arctic-hotspots-are-fed-up-with-tourists The Norwegian government announced that it would lower the proposed tourism tax, which would see local authorities charge visitors to try and offset some of the problems caused by over-tourism. https://www.thelocal.no/20250410/norways-government-announces-changes-to-proposed-tourist-tax Thu, 10 Apr 2025 14:45:23 +0200 norways-government-announces-changes-to-proposed-tourist-tax Several of Norway’s most popular hikes are struggling with overtourism. Local authorities have suggested putting a cap on numbers, but one of the country’s most famous laws would need to change to make this a reality. https://www.thelocal.no/20250303/could-norways-most-popular-nature-spots-soon-limit-tourist-numbers Mon, 03 Mar 2025 16:30:35 +0100 could-norways-most-popular-nature-spots-soon-limit-tourist-numbers Buses will no longer be able to drive up to one of Norway’s most popular tourist attractions, Aksla in Ålesund, the local council has decided. https://www.thelocal.no/20250129/tourist-buses-banned-at-one-of-norways-most-popular-attractions Wed, 29 Jan 2025 12:44:58 +0100 tourist-buses-banned-at-one-of-norways-most-popular-attractions