tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-53936290120506273722024-03-05T05:27:45.297-08:00Travel to NorwayNorway is a best popular holiday destination for family holiday and self catering holiday accommodationFrequent Travelerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16971946046746043170noreply@blogger.comBlogger66125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-1986756039858720492012-01-28T00:00:00.000-08:002012-01-28T00:00:07.644-08:00Norway you'll find a better deal<div style="text-align: justify;">If you look carefully for the best deals online, you will find them but quite often there just isn't time to look carefully and you end up going for the first one you see that doesn't cost an arm and a leg. This is where the internet is both good and bad, good in that it offers an incredibly wide choice of products and services and bad in that it can take a long time to find the most relevant one if you're an inexperienced user or you are looking for something completely new to you.<br /><br />Obviously search engines do their best to return the most relevant results for the keywords you have searched for but almost a better way for customers to compare products and services is in one place, almost like a self-contained mall or shopping centre online. Parcel delivery is a great example of where this kind of website can work really well and it is so when it comes to shipping to Norway and how consumers find the right service at the right price every time.<br /><br />Whether the customer is looking to send a parcel to Norway for a special occasion or they are looking to move all their worldly possessions over there for good, a site which offers access to information about comparable services is invaluable. This allows customers looking for the courier to Norway which matches their requirements an easy way to see exactly which Norway parcel delivery company that is and allows them to book this online, choosing the date of collection to suit them.<br /><br />Because people moving abroad is so common, money can be made from offering people dedicated shipping and parcel delivery services from the UK and to the UK but if they can't be found easily then their success rate will be much lower than it could or should be. So to make sure that they get the maximum exposure and so the most amount of new customers, it is really important that parcel companies get themselves onto umbrella sites which should not only be very visible online but are also a great way of promoting brand trust. These sites also often offer customers a way to leave feedback and comments which in turn creates an openness which new and existing customers like and which they can judge services by.<br /><br />So for customers looking to get the best deal, it's worth going online and checking out the comparison sites which allow them to see exactly what is on offer when it comes to shipping to Norway.<br /><br />Shipping to Norway couldn't be easier with the huge choice of cheap international couriers available to book online.</div>Frequent Travelerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16971946046746043170noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-56496613168173506722012-01-23T11:38:00.000-08:002012-01-23T11:41:35.591-08:00Oslo In Norway<div style="text-align: justify;">Oslo is one of those European capitals that is just far enough away that it may take you a while to visit it. Far away from what? ...Well from the capitals popular with tour groups and tourists. As far as Nordic capitals, go Stockholm and Copenhagen are bigger, but you see, Norway's capital called to me because Grampa was from Norway.<br /><br />The Oslofjorden gives the city a beautiful backdrop. It is a pretty city. Yes, it's an expensive city... it's probably the most expensive of the Nordic capitals, but that doesn't mean you should leave it off your travel wish list. Stroll beside the fjord, then get out on it, and you'll soon think it's worth the splurge.<br /><br />See the Akershus Slott... This castle complex overlooking the Olsofjorden is an important and beloved symbol of medieval Oslo. It was originally built in 1300 as a fortress and royal residence. After a fire, it was rebuilt in 1527 as a royal Renaissance palace. It's not the King's residence now, but it is still used for state occasions. Tours are available in many languages including English.<br /><br />For a look at where the current King and Queen live, visit Det Norske Kongehus. This palace is open to visitors only on occasion, and tickets must be purchased in advance. Stroll the Slottsparken, the castle park, and take in the afternoon changing of the guard. When the King is in residence, the Royal Guard band adds music to the pageant. A stroll in the park won't cost you anything.<br /><br />Nestled among university buildings is the National Gallery. There is Norwegian and European art here, but what everyone wants to see is "The Scream" by Edvard Munch. See the Radhuset, the City Hall, for more paintings and sculptures.<br /><br />Take the T-Bane (the Metro) or a tram to Vigelandsparken, the sculpture park which contains the life's work of Norway's revered sculptor Gustav Vigeland. It's in Frogner Park which is beautiful all by itself.<br /><br />Explore more of Norway's Viking history by taking a ferry to Bygdoy Island. You can see the Vikingskiphuset, The Viking Ship Museum. It contains three of the best preserved Viking ships. They were burial ships which were excavated from the Oslofjorden, and they are now exhibited in a specially built hall.<br /><br />In a building nearby see the "Kon-Tiki", the balsa raft that Thor Heyerdahl sailed on. For more sea-faring history see the "Fram", the polar vessel that was used by the famed polar explorer Amundsen. The ship ventured father nroth and south an any other ship before it.<br /><br />Also on Bygdoy is the Norsk Folkemuseum - The Norwegian Folk Museum. It's an open air museum with buildings moved here from all over Norway. Some are old wooden buildings from medieval times. There is even an old Stave Church.<br /><br />This far north, you'll have the most sunlight for exploring in the summer when the day almost never ends. Walk and take public transportation to save money. By your beer at a grocery store and picnic in one of those great parks. Check out the Oslo Pass. A pass for 24, 48 or 72 hours covers your admission to museums and public transportation. You can get the pass at tourists offices, at City Hall, the Central Station, or the cruise ship terminal.<br /><br />Strike out like the Vikings did and explore... I have a feeling Oslo will conquer your heart.</div>Frequent Travelerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16971946046746043170noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-62002920964274918962012-01-18T00:00:00.000-08:002012-01-23T11:45:55.661-08:00The Norway rat and Tips to Control them<div style="text-align: justify;">Not long ago a neighbor of mine called in the middle of the night screaming that she had witnessed at least 6 huge rats climbing from a hole next to her pool equipment and scurrying along the fence. "Yikes", she says "what am I to do". The next day I walked over a few rat bait stations and some rat traps for around the pool equipment. After about 2 days I received another call, "there is a dead rat floating in my pool, what I should do?" I said scoop it out and get it in a trash bag to dispose of the body. What she had was a large amount of Norway rats burrowing underground and living the high life. Enjoying evenings of cat food and bird food, the rats were having a ball.<br /><br />It has been called the Brown rat, ship rat, wharf rat, sewer rat, gray rat, barn rat, burrowing rat, water rat, common rat, house rat, migratory rat, and the wander-rat. With so many aliases' it is not wonder homeowners and professional have such a difficult time trapping the rat.<br /><br />The Norway rat originally evolved in Central Asia, but reached Europe in the 1700's, the United States later that century and now it is found throughout the world, we are all so lucky. It used to be considered is a rodent of cooler climates, but now also infests many tropical environments as well, primarily in the seaport areas.<br /><br />The Norway rat is commonly sold as a pet rat, although it would not be my pet choice and has been bred for white coloration as "lab rats" as well, leading to the occurrence of white and brown marked races. The Norway rat is primarily a ground dweller, although it can climb very well, and prefers to reside in burrows. It swims very well and often lives in sewers and other underground water systems. Rats are primarily a nocturnal animal, and will restrict its range of movement only to that which is needed to find food and water. They typically travel the same exact route out of their homes every night.<br /><br />Norway Rats are omnivores and opportunistic feeders, feeding on any natural or human foods available. They are neophobic and may avoid new objects placed in their environment for some time, so it is necessary to remember that when you are placing a bait station, snap trap or glue boards in their path.<br /><br />A normal life expectancy for them is one year or less, although when cared for they may live several years. The gestation period of the female is 22 days, litters average 8 to 9 pups, and she may have several litters in her one year.<br /><br />They can cause large amounts of damage from gnawing as they chew on pipes of plastic or metal, wires, wood, or furnishings and walls, and commonly bite humans.<br /><br />The adult Norway rats are large and robust, being up to 16 inches from nose to tip of tail. Their tail length is shorter than their body length, and it is scaly and almost without hairs, this is different than that of the roof rat which has a tail that is as long as it's entire body. Colors range from white to brown to mottled, or blackish gray, reddish brown, and other variations. In relation to its head it has a blunt nose, small eyes, and small ears.<br /><br />There are some things that can help in your attempts at rat control. Modifying its habitat by eliminating harborage sites can be very effective, along with proper building maintenance to exclude their entry. You will want to elimination any available interior and exterior food and water. The use of traps and baiting are highly effective for home pest control. The shyness these rats exhibit toward new objects can affect the response to bait boxes and traps so you should expect them not to go inside the bait stations or traps for a few days. Glue trays may not be highly effective due to the strength of this species, and its ability to pull free from the glue. Like the other domestic rodents they prefer to remain against vertical surfaces, in contact with their "guard hairs" on their body, and control measures should be placed against these pathways. So proper placement of rat bait stations or rat traps is important in you rat trapping endeavors.</div>Frequent Travelerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16971946046746043170noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-86470465840069609932012-01-10T11:41:00.000-08:002012-01-23T11:44:00.285-08:00Havaianas Norway<div style="text-align: justify;">Smell the ocean breeze! Walk along the Norway’s wide coastline that faces the Atlantic Ocean and Barrents Sea, and discover the home of the famous fjords. The Fjords are ancient glacier deposits that lie along the country’s coastline and the main panoramic attraction of the country. It is excellent to view this natural wonder of the Fjord country with the comfort of your Havaianas while staring up to the beautiful lights of the Aurora Borealis during the summer. Havaianas Norway is here to conquer the hearts of Thor’s people.<br /><br />The Old Norse used to call one of the richest countries in the world Noregr which is quite similar to a Sami word that means “along the coast.” And what better way to stroll along the coastline than be on Havaianas flip flops. Wander around Southern Norway which houses the city of Oslo with your Havaianas versatile sandals, let your kids wear baby flip-flops while enjoying the commercial background amidst the natural settings. Walk around the tall columns of the famous Cathedral of Nidarosdomen in Trondheim, historical museums and theatres with your havaianas elegant shoes. <br /><br />A culture rich in literature, Norwegian Romanticism will take you to the world of middle class life in the 19th century. Writers like Henrik Ibsen wrote stories that cause uproars. It is a mark Havainas’ shares with the sensation it produced since its creation.<br /><br />Norway’s superiority in the oil industry at Stavenger equals Havaianas Norway’s superiority in providing the comfort and quality you are looking for. With the large variety of colours and styles, you can tour Norway in style.</div>Frequent Travelerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16971946046746043170noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-8341058755569441352011-12-24T11:50:00.000-08:002012-01-23T11:52:04.613-08:00Don't say ‘no way' when it comes to doing business in Norway<div style="text-align: justify;">There's no need to expect an icy reception when looking to send a parcel to Norway, because the world's best-known parcel delivery companies are equipped to get it there. Occupying a long coastal strip on the northern and western coast of Scandinavia, Norway has resisted efforts through the centuries by neighbouring Sweden to invade and take it over to reach the 21st century as a thriving nation, rich in natural resources, and whose people enjoy a high standard of living.<br /><br />Whether a parcel needs to reach Oslo, Bergen, Trondheim, Stavanger, or anywhere on the country's near-150,000 square miles land area, worldwide couriers have the resources and know-how to do the job in good time. With much of Norway's oil and gas-producing capacity controlled by the government, the country's fortunes are closely linked to the prices of these commodities. Nevertheless, the importance of these resources to the country is well illustrated by the fact that, although it is the 67th largest country in the world, its annual income makes it the fifth richest. Norway produces 15 per cent of the natural gas consumed annually worldwide.<br /><br />Apart from oil and gas, shipbuilding, food processing, metals and chemicals manufacture and processing, mining and timber are other key industries. Imports to Norway mainly comprise machinery, metals, chemicals, ships – and fish. The balance of trade between the country and the UK is heavily weighted in Norway's favour, with 24 per cent of its exports heading to the UK, and the Scandinavian country receiving six per cent of its imports from British sources. The country's two main ports, Oslo and Bergen, are both in the south of the country. The latter, the larger of the two, is also one of Europe's biggest ports, and is the base for much of the helicopter fleet which services the offshore oil and gas fields.<br /><br />Oslo is served by Gardermoen Airport, the second busiest in Scandinavia, which is 22 miles north of the capital. It replaced the capital's old airport in 1998, and has its own dedicated freight terminal. Norwegians have twice voted in referenda not to join the European Union, but as the country is part of the wider European Economic Area, in practice there are minimal barriers to doing business between EU members and Norway.<br /><br />Much expertise to help keep the country's oil and gas fields running smoothly comes from outside the country, and as these people work in some of the harshest environments on Earth, they greatly appreciate contact with the outside world, and especially parcels sent from family and friends.<br /><br />With long-established links between the UK and Norway, international couriers are well used to battling through the sometimes harsh weather to deliver consignments – and they are ready to do so whenever they get the call.<br /><br />Getting the best resources available to help send a parcel to Norway is easily done online. Leading international delivery companies are waiting to rise to the task.</div>Frequent Travelerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16971946046746043170noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-1414173921575043802011-12-18T11:48:00.000-08:002012-01-23T11:50:51.236-08:00Book Cruise Holidays To Norway As Couples Get Special Discounts!<div style="text-align: justify;">Cruise holidays to the Mediterranean or the Caribbean have become so popular that most of the liners destined for such locations are either over-crowded or over-priced. Therefore, it is time for you to discover fresh locations, and indulge in some romantic sightseeing! Norway, for example, is a great getaway, especially if you have a romantic cruise holiday in mind. Recently, a number of vacation-liner agencies have announced special discounts for couples.<br /><br />Norway, or all of Scandinavia for that matter, can be a perfect romantic destination, especially for people who love reveling in nature's beauty.<br /><br />So what are the aspects of a Norwegian cruise holiday that should convince you of investing time and money in planning one in the near future? Come let's find out:<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Fjords </span>– Fjords, or narrow inlets of water caused due to glacier activity, are the main attraction of Norwegian coastlines. The scenic beauty of these, especially with mountainous sides rising up from both sides of the water body, is majestic. Western Norway has an abundance of these, including Naeroyfjord and Geirangerfjord. This makes the region a cruise holiday hotspot even during the off-season. Four other regions are also worth mentioning - Sogn & Fjordane, Hordaland, More & Romsdal, and Rogaland.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Oslo</span> – The capital city of Norway is an amalgamation of modern innovations and Viking-era architecture. One can easily feel the pulse of the nature close by while enjoying in state-of-the-art amusement parks in TusenFryd.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Cultural Heritage </span>– Vikings and their valor have always inspired respect and interest from people of rest of the world. Norway has kept this historical culture alive in various ways.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Aurora Borealis </span>– If you are on a cruise holiday to this Scandinavian country, chances are high that you will get to watch this amazing natural spectacle, commonly called 'Northern Lights'. The unearthly shimmer and glow of the Aurora Borealis will make the cruise holiday more memorable!<br /><br />A great vacation trip on a liner does not necessarily mean having fun only on the ship itself. It does include a thorough exploration of the destinations, especially for those who love the taste of adventure.<br /><br />You can easily locate the best prices for a cruise holidays to Norway, without help from shrewd travel agents. Online portals like 'Ezeego1.co.in' have made it really easy for people like you to book trips to exotic travel destinations sitting right at home.</div>Frequent Travelerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16971946046746043170noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-83869069894265711952011-11-30T00:00:00.000-08:002011-11-30T00:00:09.457-08:00The Famous Norway<div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Author: <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">JohnCristo</u></strong><br /><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">Norway is a peaceful country having an excellent lifestyle. According to the latest report about the GDP of Norway that was issued on Wednesday 23/8/2011- Norway's economic growth accelerated more than expected in the second quarter.</p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">Tourism is one of the main industries in Norway. Every year it welcomes approximately 7 million tourists. Funicula, Bryggen i Bergen Kristiansand dyrepark Tusenfryd Fredrikstad festning/Gamlebyen Vikingskipshuset are amongst the best attractions of Norway. In fact Norwegian tourist Board, the Norwegian Industrial and Regional Development Fund (SND), the Government Consultative Office for Inventors (SVO) and Norwegian Trade Council, have joined forces in a new company named Innovation Norway to promote Norway as a tourist destination.</p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">So don't put aside your visit to this ideal destination. Revitalize and replenish your life in this naturally beautiful country. While you visit Norway everything here, from pleasant weather to Norwegian service and hospitality industry will appeal to you. Being one of the Scandinavian countries, people here are amazing to be with.</p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">Bilutleie is a car rental company that offers you car rental services all over this country. Spread in an area of 324,220 km², it offers beautiful tourist attraction which can be best viewed by hiring car. Reliable and highly maintained cars of Bilutleie take you through Prekestolen in the district of Ryfylkein Western Norway To beautiful Landscape with grainfield in Tønsberg, in southeastern Norway, Beside the cities like Bergen in Norway are wonderful travel destinations for every visitor in the mood for interesting Norwegian city life and modern urban atmosphere.</p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;"><u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Bilutleie</u> can be hired from Oslo the capital of the Norway. It will take you through city's Norsk Folk museum that is a historical building, Nobel Peace Center and to theaters and opera houses. Bilutleie will offer you not only its car services but will also assist you as a guide to the major attractions of Norway.</p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">In Norway, It is the best car rental service not only in this smallest, flattest and most continental of the Scandinavian country but also in other Scandinavian countries. So you can book your tickets and bulitleie online and can choose car of your preference amongst the fleet of car offered by car rental. These cars are maintained and economically feasible. With no hidden charges they fit in your budget easily.</p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">Services of Car rental are of superior quality and are in affordable prices that is why it has been able to regulate and sustain its success in the ever evolving tourism industry.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Article Source: <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">http://www.articlesbase.com/cars-articles/the-famous-norway-5304943.html</u></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /><strong>About the Author</strong><br /><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">Car rental (<u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Bilutleie</u>) services may offer discounts, deals, provisions and variety of cars at cheap affordable prices, but only these services do not ensure safety and value.</p>Frequent Travelerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16971946046746043170noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-62313017012738397392011-11-27T00:00:00.000-08:002011-11-27T00:00:06.583-08:00Travel Tips To European Countries: Norway<div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Author: <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Sutikno Slamet</u></strong><br /><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">About the county<br /><br />Norway, a Nordic country lying on the western portion of the Scandinavian Peninsula is located in Northern Europe. It also borders Sweden, Finland and Russia. Norway is an outstandingly beautiful country with a long coastline, snowy mountains and breathtaking fjords. Oslo is the capital of Norway and also the largest city. Norway is bestowed with lots of natural beauty encompassing wild forests, historic towns and beautiful fishing villages. The country is very hospitable to the tourists and people are very friendly too. Many tourists are attracted by the famous midnight sun of the Arctic. All three big cities of Norway offer different experiences to visitors. Norway is a place to be for nature lovers and for cultural enthusiasts. Norway is truly one of the greatest tourist destinations of Europe.<br /><br />Population & Languages<br /><br />The population of Norway is only 4.6 million and the official languages being spoken are Bokmal Norwegian and Nynorsk Norwegian. Other languages that are also spoken in Norway include Sámi and Finnish.<br /><br />Electricity<br /><br />The voltage is 230 V and the frequency is 50 Hz. The types of plugs used are Round pin attachment plug and "Schuko" plug and receptacle with side grounding contacts.<br />Geographic Location<br /><br />It is a Nordic country lying on the western portion of the Scandinavian Peninsula and located in Northern Europe. It also borders Sweden, Finland and Russia. About two-third area of the Norway is mountains, has around fifty thousand small islands along its coast. It also has one of the longest coastlines in the world.<br /><br />Climate<br /><br />The climate of Norway can be termed as Temperate with hot summers and cold overcast winters. The highlands of interior Norway have an arctic like climate with snow, severe wind chill and frost. Most of the rain is along the coastal areas and comes down in winter quite heavily and frequently. Winters are mild too along the coastal areas.<br /><br />Local Customs<br /><br />Like any other country Norway has its own customs too. It is customary not to drink until the host makes a toast. It is customary for guests to offer gifts to the host of a meal. Smoking is prohibited in most public areas. Casual dress is acceptable for everyday wear. Tipping the taxi drivers is not customary. Tipping up to five percent is customary for service in restaurants. Porters at railway stations and airports charge per piece, while porters at hotels generally charge around NOK5-10 depending on the number of pieces of luggage.<br /><br />Attractions<br /><br />Bergen – Numerous museums, galleries, aquarium, medieval age buildings, cable car to the top of Bergen's hills and boat trips to fjords.<br /><br />Oslo – Old medieval buildings, churches, modern architecture, museums like Edvard Munch Museum and the Norwegian Folk Museum, art galleries, Vigeland Park, and Akershus Fortress<br /><br />Fjordland – Geirangerfjorden known for tiny S-shaped fjord,<br />Sognefjord – the longest and the deepest fjord, beautiful villages such as Balestrand and Flam, old stave churches, Nærøyfjord – Narrowest branch of the Sognefjord and Palteau of Jostedalsbreen glacier<br /><br />Tromsø – Arctic cathedral, Polaria and Tromsø Museum<br /><br />Travel<br /><br />By Air – Many airlines operate to Norway like Braathens SAFE (BU) and SAS Scandinavian Airlines (SK), a Scandinavian airline, Air France, British Airways, Finnair, Icelandair, KLM, Lufthansa, Northwest Airlines, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Ryanair and Swiss Airlines. Oslo International Airport (OSL) (Gardermoen) (website: www.osl.no) is the biggest airport of Norway which is located 30 mile north of Oslo.<br /><br />Sea - The important passenger ports are Bergen, Kristiansand, Larvik, Oslo and Stavanger. The main sea routes from the UK, operated by Fjord Line and DFDS Seaways respectively, are from Newcastle to Bergen and to Kristiansand.<br /><br />By Rail – The country is part of the extensive network of trains connecting the European cities. If you are coming from UK, the connections are from London via Dover/Ostend (via Denmark, Germany, The Netherlands and Sweden) or Harwich/Hook of Holland, or from Newcastle to Bergen via Stavanger. It is also connected to Sweden throught two routes, with daytime and overnight trains from Copenhagen, Malm and Stockholm.<br /><br />Duty Free Items<br />1. 200 cigarettes or 250g of tobacco products and 200 leaves of cigarette paper for EU countries.<br />2. 400 cigarettes or 500g of tobacco products and 200 leaves of cigarette paper for Non-EU countries.<br />3. 1liter of spirits and 1liter of wine or 2liter of wine and 2liter of beer for EU countries.<br />4. 1liter of spirits and 1liter of wine or 2liter of wine and 2liter of beer for Non-EU countries.<br />5. 50g perfume or 500 ml eau de toilette<br />6. Gifts , Food, fruits, medications and flowers for personal use of value up to 3,500 kr<br /><br />Prohibited Items<br /><br />Un-canned goods, meat or dairy products, Narcotics, firearms, ammunition, weapons, eggs, plants, endangered species, fireworks and alcoholic beverages that contain more than sixty per cent alcohol.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Article Source: <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">http://www.articlesbase.com/hotels-articles/travel-tips-to-european-countries-norway-1887360.html</u></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /><strong>About the Author</strong><br /><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>We've packed the best hotel deals ... into one simple search! <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Click here</u> for more information!</strong></p>Frequent Travelerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16971946046746043170noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-49699348321706060602011-11-24T00:00:00.000-08:002011-11-24T00:00:06.218-08:00Dating norway – The choice of the people for getting date<div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Author: <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">freddie skjelbred</u></strong><br /><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">Science and technology in the modern era has gifted some unique things like cell or mobile phones. With the help of cell phones you can't only communicate but it is very much helpful in transmitting your emotions. With the help of these cell phones face to face communication is not possible but cell phone technology flirting is possible. With its help, verbal communication can be done properly.</p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">Now flirt texting is in great fashion in this modern era. In flirt texting, people usually flirt through text messages and enjoy in doing it. There are certain rules and regulations while doing flirt texting as in this method flirting goes on with the subsequent text messages.</p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">In the initial stages you should not send any type of sexual messages as it will turn her off. Sometimes this act may break your relation before starting. You should move the things slowly at least in the initial stages of flirting. It is advisable that not to move the things too fast, go on slowly. When both of you lover will feel comfortable with each other then if you are a guy so make the first move and send some sexual messages to her for flirting.</p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">Second rule for this flirting is that your message should be simple and short. If your message is too long then she may feel boring and she may not enjoy to read the total message and she leave it without reading the message. So always try to send the message in short and crisp language.</p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">Time is very much important in this process. If you will use the right flirt texting in right time then it will enhance the possibility to find your <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);"><strong>date</strong></u> and effect of flirting. It is not advisable to send too much flirt texting as she will get irritated. If you send her the text message and she does not reply to your message then you should think that she may be either busy or not in a mood of replying any type of message. Don't send her the next message unless and until she had replied to your earlier message. Some people enjoy flirting in this way more than going for <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);"><strong>dating norway</strong></u>. </p><p style="text-align: justify;">Article Source: <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">http://www.articlesbase.com/dating-articles/dating-norway-the-choice-of-the-people-for-getting-date-5084618.html</u></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /><strong>About the Author</strong><br /><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">Now flirt texting is in great fashion in this modern era. In flirt texting, people usually flirt through text messages and enjoy in doing it, and get <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);"><strong>date</strong></u> through <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);"><strong>dating norway</strong></u> .</p>Frequent Travelerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16971946046746043170noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-52600061678670022192011-11-21T00:00:00.000-08:002011-11-21T00:00:03.887-08:00Finding Cheap Hotels in Oslo, Norway<div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Author: <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">otelcom</u></strong><br /><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">Oslo is the third largest city in Scandinavia and Norway's capital and largest city. It is also Norway's cultural, scientific, economic and governmental center, as well as its trading, banking, industry, and shipping hub. Plenty of the world's largest shipping companies are headquartered in Oslo, and the city has topped the list of the world's most expensive city along with Zurich, Geneva, Copenhagen and Tokyo in 2010.</p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">Oslo has plenty to offer new visitors and returning tourists alike. The city is home to a selection of world-class museums, a very lively nightlife, as well as a great number of parks and greeneries within the city and outside it. Oslo is the only European capital where citizen can bike, hike, ice-skate, and go sailing or skiing within city limits, or in a short train ride away. If you're planning a trip to Oslo, here's a short list of the things you could see or do:</p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><ol style="text-align: justify;"><li>The Royal Palace (Det Kongelige Slott)- The palace was built during the first half of the 19th century as a residence for the Norwegian and Swedish King, Charles III. The palace is also the official residence of the present Norwegian Monarch. Tours of the palace are usually arranged within the summertime and tickets are usually booked in advance.<br /><br /></li><br /><li>The Kon Tiki Museum- If you're looking for a family-friendly museum, the Kon Tiki Museum is certainly worth a visit. The museum is centered on the Kon-Tiki expedition, as well as the balsa raft, Kon-Tiki , that Thor Heyerdahl used to sail from Peru to Polynesia in 1947.<br /><br /></li><br /><li>The Holmenkollbakken- The Holmenkollbakken is a ski jumping hill which overlooks Oslo and offers a spectacular panoramic view of the city. The Holmenkollen hosts the annual Holmenkollen Ski festival which happens every March. It also doubles as a concert venue.</li><br /></ol><p style="text-align: justify;">Although Oslo may be the most expensive city in the world, looking for <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);"><strong>Cheap accommodations in Oslo</strong></u> need not be so hard. Simply log on to otel.com and browse our listings for <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);"><strong>Oslo Cheap Hotels</strong></u>. With deals and promos on over 85 <strong>Budget Hotel Oslo</strong>, you're sure to find the perfect <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);"><strong>Cheap Hotel in Oslo</strong></u> that not only fits your budget, but also satisfies your accommodation preferences.</p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;">Article Source: <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">http://www.articlesbase.com/hotels-articles/finding-cheap-hotels-in-oslo-norway-4500506.html</u></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /><strong>About the Author</strong><br /><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">Otel.com is a global online hotel booking site which provides travelers with the easy option to book their accommodation online as well as being able to take advantage of travel promotions and special offers.</p>Frequent Travelerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16971946046746043170noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-23387739734439993132011-11-18T00:00:00.000-08:002011-11-18T00:00:16.444-08:00Southern Norway<div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Author: <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Laura Hartson</u></strong><br /><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">If you like the idea of a holiday this summer but the sunshine and heat isn't your thing then how about taking a trip of a lifetime to the south of Norway. Even in the summer it is pretty cold (some mornings you can wake up to a summer's day of forty five degrees) but it is one of the most picturesque landscapes that you will ever see.</p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">The best way of seeing the country is to rent a car, and there are a collection of over two hundred and fifty car camp sites in the region where you can sleep in the car on your trip. Thanks to the laws of the country you can also park your car at the side of the road and sleep in it there, so there are plenty of options when you are between lodgings.</p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">There is lots to do in the country including the region of Telemark which is a skiing region popular with Scandinavians. The area goes right down to where the Baltic meets the North Sea, and creates some beautiful scenery that has been carved out of the crashing waves.</p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">In the summer, visitors from all over the world gather to the Vestfjorddalen, and stay in the hotel that sits at the top of the falls. The fantastic view looks down the valley and you can also see the biggest stave church in Norway, which is built entirely out of wood with no nails or any steel. It's an impressive sight to see.</p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">If you are visiting in august then make sure you get there at the start to see the annual blues festival which takes place in Notodden, but alternatively if you are visiting at another time make sure that you see the Sognefjord, as it is the longest fjord in Norway at one hundred and twenty six miles. Hike the national parks and visit some glaciers which are a great appeal to tourists in the region, and make sure that you try to see the northern lights if you can.</p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">If you are travelling this summer then ensure you have <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Travel Insurance</u><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">.</span></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Article Source: <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">http://www.articlesbase.com/destinations-articles/southern-norway-4871671.html</u></p>Frequent Travelerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16971946046746043170noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-43854294788021654522011-11-15T00:00:00.000-08:002011-11-15T00:00:02.480-08:00Interesting General Facts of Norway<div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Author: <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Bjorn Olav Jonsson </u></strong><br /><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">Norway is more called as a Scandinavian country due to its position in the northern most part of Europe. It is one of the most beautiful of all the Scandinavian countries. Following are the facts and précis of its background, you need to know before you makeup your mind of going there.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Norway’s official name is the kingdom of Norway and the country covers the mainland area and the associated islands. The overall area of this country is somewhere around 150,000 square miles. In other words, it can be said that the area of Norway is slightly more than the area of New Mexico State of America. The capital of this country is Oslo and this is also the biggest city in entire Norway with population of more than 520,000. Some of the other big cities of Norway are Bergen, Trondheim with population of around 150,000 and Stavanger with population of 110,000.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />The topography of Norway is not that much friendly and can be called very intense. It contains some very high plateaus, steep fjords, mountains and some very fertile valleys. The climate is also full of varieties and it can be very pleasant around the coastal areas and surprisingly cooler in the inner part of the country. Because of its northern most position on the globe, it experiences long days during summer season and long nights during winter season. During summer, you can witness sunlight until the midnight and therefore, Norway is also known as the land of midnight sun.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />As far as the people of Norway are concerned, they are very friendly. People living there are known as Norwegians. As per the latest population count, which was held in 2006, the population of Norway was 4,593,000. The population is not increasing very fast as the annual growth rate is only .41 percent. A surprising fact is that there is only one person for every 15 square miles of land. Most of the people living in Norway are the blend of people from all the Scandinavian countries. The main majority is the mix of Nordic, Alpine and Baltic people who have intermixed with each other for centuries now. People of Norway do not believe in migrating to some other place hence, the immigration rate is very low. It was registered that there were only 300,000 immigrants in 2006.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />From the religion point of view, Norwegians are very particular and finicky. More than 87 percent of total of Norwegian people believe in Christianity as their religion and have very firm faith on the church of Norway. The church of Norway is under the Lutheran concept of preaching. Although, Christianity is the widely spread religion but you can also find some Pentecostal Christians, Roman Catholics and Muslims in very small percentages.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Norwegians basically speak two languages i.e. Bokmal Norwegian and Nynorsk. However Norwegian is widely spoken and is the chief language which is taught in the school system. But still, some Sámi and Finish speaking communities can also be found here but not much in number. The literacy of Norway is very close to 100 percent. Also, the life expectancy is very high as the Norwegian male can live up to 76 years and females there can live up to 81 years.<br /><br /><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Article Source: <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">http://www.articlesbase.com/travel-articles/interesting-general-facts-of-norway-302682.html</u></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /><strong>About the Author</strong><br /><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">Bjorn Olav Jonsson is a freelance writer. For further information visit the website, <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">www.nordicvisitor.com</u>.</p>Frequent Travelerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16971946046746043170noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-91968425618190050602011-11-12T00:00:00.000-08:002011-11-12T00:00:02.774-08:00Company Formation Norway<div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Author: <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">bogdan</u></strong><br /><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">BridgeWest provides a wide range of legal services in Norway through our affiliated Norwegian lawyers and Law Firms in Oslo and other major cities in Norway. We are mainly specialized in the main aspects of Norwegian Commercial Law, including Company Formation, Debt Collection, Commercial Disputes and Litigation, Norwegian Real Estate Law and certain areas of Intellectual Property Law (such as Trademark Registration for instance). </p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;"><u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Company Formation Norway</u><br /><br />Our attorneys will offer instant help with <strong>company registration in Norway</strong> in matters of official registration, structure, financing, taxation, office registration. We handle both Norwegian Limited Liability and Joint-Stock company formations.<br /><br />Norway is a well developed state with a stable and evolving economy which presents lots of opportunities for investors, both foreign and national. There are a couple requirements to establish a Norwegian company and the taxes are fairly low. The incorporation procedure is easy and takes a short time period to be done.<br /><br /><strong>Preliminary affairs before registering a public or private limited company in Norway</strong><br /> Before the establishment of the Norwegian company the future shareholders of the firm must provide the minimum required capital, open a bank account and deposit it, and a deed that certifies the deposit is needed prior to registration. The balance sheet must be studied by an auditor in order to issue a statement confirming the opening balance, the firm's acceptance of the auditor appointment and that the share deposit has been paid integrally.<br /><br /><strong>Registering for employees injury insurance in Norway</strong><br /> If the firm has employees, the founders must send an application to the administrative institution from day one of work. The application must have identification information of the firm and of the worker.<br /><br /><strong>Registering with the Register of Business Enterprises in Norway</strong><br /> Either firm must be signed up with the Norwegian Company Registry. This step is a web-based procedure. It allows electronic signature of the registration form and the possibility to upload copies of articles of association, auditor statements, and the certificate from the bank as attachments. These documents can be sent via e-mail. At the same time as applying for registration, the incorporators of a business may also apply for registration with VAT filling a form, procedure that gives protection of the business name.<br /><br /><br /><strong>Setting up a Norwegian company from abroad</strong><br /> Norway is a good and welcoming environment for foreign investors. There aren't any restrictions or discrimination between national entrepreneurs and foreigners. The government encourages foreign investment in all domains, but mostly in low developed sectors. Any entrepreneur is able to<span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);"> </span><u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">form a company in Norway</u>, and being a resident isn't a must. However, in order to <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">set up a company in Norway</u>, a permanent Norwegian address is required. If the entrepreneur isn't carrying on business activities on Norway's territory it is necessary that a Norwegian representative of the company handle tax related issues.<br /><br /><strong>How long does it take to found a Norwegian company?</strong><br /> Depositing the initial capital is a procedure done in one day, same as having the balance analyzed by an auditor. Thanks to the simpler electronic form, registration with the Register of Business Enterprises is done in three days. Overall, the period of time for creating a Norwegian company is about one week.<br /><br /><strong>Types of Norwegian companies:</strong><br />- Public Limited Company (Allmennaksjeselskaper - ASA) in Norway<br />- Private Limited Company (Aksjeselskaper - AS) in Norway<br />- General Partnership (Ansvarlig selskap - ANS) in Norway<br />- Limited Partnership (Kommandittselsjap - KS) in Norway</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Article Source: <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">http://www.articlesbase.com/business-opportunities-articles/company-formation-norway-5299148.html</u></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /><strong>About the Author</strong><br /><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">Our attorneys will offer instant help with<span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);"> </span><u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">company formation in Norway</u> in matters of official registration, structure, financing, taxation, office registration. We handle both Norwegian Limited Liability and Joint-Stock company formations.</p>Frequent Travelerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16971946046746043170noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-27128556850597128152011-11-09T00:00:00.000-08:002011-11-09T00:00:05.283-08:00Visit Norway: The Place to Go!<div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Author: <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Craig Rad</u></strong><br /><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">The Kingdom of Norway is a country in the western area of the Scandinavian Peninsula; it is bordered by Russia, Finland and Sweden. The country is well known for its coastline along the North Atlantic Ocean and its awesome fjords. The Kingdom of Norway also includes Artic territories Jan Mayen and Svalbard; these are two islands in the Artic Ocean.<br /><br /><br /><br />The coastline is broken by fjords and many islands; to the West and the South, the country is bordered by the North Sea, the Norwegian Sea, Skagerak and the Barents Sea, on the Northern coasts. The country is dominated by high terrains and mountains; the country is really beautiful due to its large variety of natural features, caused by spectacular glaciers. Deep grooves cut into the coast flooded by the sea following the end of the ice age, the fjords, are a spectacular Norwegian attraction.<br /><br /><br /><br />The Gulf Stream has a benefic influence on Norway weather; there are warmer temperatures, especially along the coast than expected at northern latitudes. The mainland has four seasons; the winter is cold and less humid than the coast. The northern part has a sub artic climate; Svalbard as an arctic climate. Some people call Norway The Land of Midnight Sun because in the summer the sun may never descend beneath the horizon.<br /><br /><br /><br />The Norwegian language has two forms: Nynorsk ad Bokmal. 90% of the Norwegian people speak Bokmal. Nynorsk and Bokmal are Germanic; Sami language is Finno-Ugric. Norwegian literature is very old, very rich and its value is huge. Henrik Ibsen who wrote a famous play, Dolls House is famous all over the world.<br /><br /><br /><br />Norwegian cities are classified as urban and rural; each municipality has a number. Oslo is the capital and was founded in 1000. 90% of people of Norway are part of the state Church of Norway. Religious services, such as baptism, confirmation, marriage and burial, have strong cultural standing in Norway. Somalian, Arab, Turkish and Pakistani communities belong to Islam. The ancestral Norway inhabitants, the Vikings, followed pantheist / polytheist religions many centuries ago.<br /><br /><br /><br />Norway attracts tourists by virtue of its spectacular landscapes that extend from the Artic Circle. Ski resorts, fjord intended coastline, mountains, woods and lakes are really attractive and picturesque. Oslo with its castles, cathedrals, churches, museums, the awesome landscape and original architecture, is Norways beautiful capital. Norway has a great cultural heritage, the result of its sparse population, climate and relative isolation from Europe. Norway has rich castles and palaces, long fjords, beautiful lakes and huge woods. The architecture is original, unique, based on the Norway ethnological heritage.<br /><br /><br /><br />The Viking museum in Northern Norway, at Lofotr, the Viking ship Museum in Oslo, are presenting the Vikings way of life; the Norwegian Resistance Museum in Oslo and the Museum of reconstruction in Hammerfest are presenting objects and events related to World War II. The National Gallery in Oslo, the Munch Museum and the Henie Onstad Art Centre are a beautiful expression of the growing cultural public interest in Norway.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Article Source: <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">http://www.articlesbase.com/travel-articles/visit-norway-the-place-to-go-141346.html</u></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /><strong>About the Author</strong><br /><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;"><u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">A Norway Attraction Website</u> has all the information you could ever need on <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">everywhere in Norway</u> including all the lovely Norwegian <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Museums</u></p>Frequent Travelerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16971946046746043170noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-22735888066359029132011-11-06T00:00:00.000-07:002011-11-06T00:00:06.967-07:00Uniquely Surprising Weather of Norway<div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Author: <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Bjorn Olav Jonsson </u></strong><br /><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">Norway is the northernmost country of the world to have open waters. The reason behind this is the strong trade wind forced across Atlantic Ocean by the American continent. The second potential reason is the warm currents flowing towards north and the Norwegian Sea from the equator. The climate of Norway is full of surprises and differences can be experienced all around the year. These surprises are widely seen in the northern part of Norway because the northern part of Norway in located on the edge of global temperate zone.<br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;">The lowest temperature recorded in northern Norway was minus 51o degrees and that was in Karasjohka-Karasjok. The average annual temperature ranges from around eight degrees in western coasts to below freezing point on the mountains. Months of January, February and March are the coldest months whereas time between June and August is considered the warmest time in inland areas. The coastal and the mountain areas get their warmest part of the year in later months.<br /><br /><br />The climate and the weather conditions of Norway are very unique from that of rest of Scandinavian countries. The mountains present in the mainland of Norway saves from precipitation to big areas of eastern inland of Norway. This is why; Norway has more of a continental type of climate than what is expected from it because of its immediacy to the coastline. As far as rainfall is concerned, it is also very unevenly distributed all over Norway.<br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Some of the parts in the east of the mountain receive less than 300 millimeters annually. Most of the rain is filched by the west coast of Norway. Some areas in this part receive more than 3000 millimeters of annual rainfall. Most of the rainfall takes places between July and August. The most prominent agricultural areas receive rainfall between 500 and 1000 millimeters. There is a very interesting way to calculate rainy season in Norway. There are 100 rainy days in inland Norway and around 200 raining days in coastal parts.<br /><br /><br /><br />The winds flowing in Norway are very strong and its direction is also very awkward. This force in wind also varies hugely from place to place mainly because of fast moving pressure fronts. The wind flowing along with mountains and the coasts is often very strong.<br /><br /><br /><br />But despite of all this, Norway is worth seeing 365 days a year. Norway is one of the few countries of the world that has different attractions in different seasons. Whether you decide to visit Norway in summer, winter, autumn or spring, there is so much to do and so much to see. Norway is not bounded to a particular season for organizing outdoor activities. During summer, you can take shelter of sea in southern Norway and water areas for outdoor activities and can also enjoy skiing in some parts of the mountains.<br /><br /><br /><br />Hiking on mountains while summer season is the experience one cannot forget. Autumn season comes and compels nature to showcase its sparkling colors and preserved beauty. Air tends to get even cleaner and everything looks refreshed in this time of the year. The period between the summer and the winter is the opportunity to take part in new and surprising outdoor activities. Such outdoor activities contain skiing combined with canoeing trip and much more.<br /><br /><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Article Source: <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">http://www.articlesbase.com/travel-articles/uniquely-surprising-weather-of-norway-275833.html</u></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /><strong>About the Author</strong><br /><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">Bjorn Olav Jonsson is a freelance writer. For further information visit the website, <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">www.nordicvisitor.com</u>.</p>Frequent Travelerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16971946046746043170noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-51078523558873833822011-11-03T12:54:00.000-07:002011-11-03T13:00:02.933-07:00The midnight sun land Norway<div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Author: <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Deangelo</u></strong><br /><br /><!-- @page { margin: 0.79in } P { margin-bottom: 0.08in } --><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">NORWAY,</span> "The land of <strong>midnight sun</strong>", always been one of the most fascinating regions on earth that megnatically attracts millions of people to <strong>visit norway</strong> every year due to its natural and charismatic appeal. It only takes a quick glance on the map of the Noway to know what are the main attractions of the place. Norway is a place which is breathtakingly beautiful. Nothing can prepare you for the very first moment when you see the overwhelming views of the Norway Locations.</p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">Norwagians call their country "Norge" which means the way to north. A fantastic place to experience the <strong>midnight sun</strong> is Nothern Norway. The place lies above the arctic circle. It is a noted fact that in Norther Norway between June and July, the sun never disappears from the sky, shines all night long. Days are endless during this time span due to this exceptional natural phenomena. But there would be no daylight from 15 to 29 december. Norway is a brilliant place to found mountain ranges too. Forested or rocky slopes and moutains are being seperated by deep valleys. There are huge icefields and glaciers high in the moutains.</p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">Apart from the midnight sun, Norway is extremely famous for its Fjords. Fjords can be found all over the world. When someone explores the beauty of the Norway even via. <strong>online norway video </strong>sources, fjords usually enjoys equal share of popularity on the various websites. Fjords in the Norway are slowly carved by the glaciers due to the hard rock mountains of the coastal regions. Most of the visitors only be able to see the vessels ranging between sigthseeing crafts to some of the luxary cruise ships. One of the most popular fjords in the Norway are as follows : -</p><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><ul style="text-align: justify;"><li><span style="font-weight: bold;">Songefjord</span> – Most popular among all fjords. It is situation only 70 kms north of Bergin contains awesome fjordscapes. Its the all time tourist favorits due to narrow features.<br /></li><br /></ul><ul style="text-align: justify;"><li><span style="font-weight: bold;">Geirangerfjord</span> – A manority of Norwagians consider this fjord, the most beautiful and attractive one. It possess many tall cascading and tall waterfalls.<br /></li><br /></ul><ul style="text-align: justify;"><li><span style="font-weight: bold;">Hardangerfjord </span>– Fjord of grazing slopes, low lying farms and beautiful orchards. It is situated at the south of Bergin.<br /></li><br /></ul><p style="text-align: justify;"> </p><p style="text-align: justify;">Living in Norway could be one of the most pleasant experiences of anyone's lifetime. With high level of standards and world class lifestyle. These properties make Norway and beautiful and satisfactory place to live in. Norway's economy is one of the strongest economies in the world. Norwegians are well educated and developed people. "</p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">The land of the <strong>midnight sun</strong>" offers an elegant and gracefull encounter with the nature. Norway is a true example of natural beauty, bestowed upon us by the "MOTHER NATURE"</p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">Nature lovers always try to <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">visit norway</u> so often. You an check out the various website ove the internet for <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">midnight sun</u> resources. Also <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">http://www.norwaytv.com</u> can be visited to explore the Norway culture more precisely.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Article Source: <u style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">http://www.articlesbase.com/destinations-articles/the-midnight-sun-land-norway-2360119.html</u></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div>Frequent Travelerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16971946046746043170noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-84564649888965461812011-10-03T11:35:00.000-07:002011-10-03T11:37:10.772-07:00Emissions Targets and Energy Efficiency Opportunities in Norway - Market Research Report<div style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Author: <a title="aksdes0109" href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/aksdes0109/704094">aksdes0109</a></strong><br /><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;"><strong>Aarkstore.com announce a new report through its vast collection of market research report :</strong><br /><br /><strong>Emissions Targets and Energy Efficiency Opportunities in Norway</strong><br /><br /><a href="http://www.aarkstore.com/reports/Emissions-Targets-and-Energy-Efficiency-Opportunities-in-Norway-126948.html" target="_self"><strong>http://www.aarkstore.com/reports/Emissions-Targets-and-Energy-Efficiency-Opportunities-in-Norway-126948.html</strong></a><br /><br />Introduction<br /><br />In line with international agreements, Norway has set itself ambitious environmental targets, with its latest reforms aimed at meeting them. In 2008, the country agreed to steep emissions cuts of 30% below 1990 levels by 2020, in line with the overall European Union (EU) target of 20%. However, the country went a step further later in 2008 and committed to carbon neutrality by 2030.<br /><br />Features and benefits<br /><br />* Analysis of key facets of Norways emissions and energy efficiency targets and initiatives.<br />* Analysis of Norways performance with respect to its set targets for emissions control and energy efficiency.<br />* Key business opportunities generated by Norway through policies and measures undertaken to achieve its emissions and efficiency targets.<br />* Analysis of Norways long term plan, and the importance of carbon capture and storage in the country.<br /><br />Highlights<br /><br />Norway is not a party to the EU 20-20-20 targets. However, its emissions reduction schemes have paralleled those of the EU as the country's economy becomes more closely entwined with the Union. A large chunk of its carbon mitigation is expected to come through the ETS and cooperative projects with other countries.<br />Norway has a 30% emissions reduction target, the achievement of which will be through energy efficiency measures as well as emissions reduction and renewable energy initiatives.<br />The country plans to be carbon neutral by 2030, and the achievement of this is dependent on its efficiency, renewable energy, and emissions performance. When it comes to reducing emissions, Norway has pinned its hopes on programs like the ETS, which will ensure that it can push a lot of measures outside the country, at least in the short term.<br /><br />Your key questions answered<br /><br />* Assess Norways potential for investment in sectors involving energy efficiency and emissions mitigation.<br />* Analyze trends for energy usage, emissions control and legislations in place in Norway in order to meet its emissions targets.<br />* Identify sectors with high levels of legislative support and their future outlook.<br /><br /><br />Table of Contents :<br />OVERVIEW<br />Catalyst<br />Methodology<br />Executive summary<br />COUNTRY SNAPSHOT<br />Macroeconomic indicators<br />Energy sector overview<br />INTRODUCTION<br />Emissions mitigation in Norway<br />Current action plan<br />Role of energy efficiency<br />Carbon capture and storage (CCS)<br />Viability of CCS<br />CCS in the EU and Norway<br />EMISSIONS MITIGATION IN NORWAY<br />Commission on Low Emissions<br />Major schemes<br />Emissions trading scheme<br />Taxation<br />Pollution Control Act<br />Climate awareness campaign<br />Emissions by sector<br />Emission reduction measures by sector<br />Transport<br />Petroleum and energy<br />Manufacturing<br />Buildings<br />Waste<br />Opportunities afforded by potential and current measures<br />Future outlook<br />ROLE OF EMISSIONS TRADING IN NORWAY<br />The Kyoto Protocol and emissions trading in Norway<br />Emissions outside the ETS in Norway<br />Emissions performance of Norway<br />Future outlook<br />ENERGY EFFICIENCY IN NORWAY<br />Compliance and measures employed<br />Housing and services<br />Transport<br />Industrial<br />Energy efficiency performance<br />Future outlook<br />CONCLUSION<br />Trends for energy efficiency and emissions<br />Business opportunities<br />Performance and future outlook<br />APPENDIX<br />Mechanism of ETS in Norway<br />Reduce energy use – Industry<br />Sources<br />Further reading<br />Glossary<br />Biofuel<br />Biomass<br />Carbon dioxide (CO2)<br />Carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e)<br />Carbon footprint<br />Carbon offset<br />Carbon trading<br />Cleantech<br />Climate change<br />Cogeneration<br />Compound annual growth rate (CAGR)<br />Emissions trading<br />Geothermal energy<br />Greenhouse gases (GHGs)<br />Hydropower energy (hydro)<br />Microgeneration<br />Photovoltaic (PV) and solar thermal energy<br />Renewable energy<br />Ask the analyst<br />Datamonitor consulting<br />Disclaimer</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Article Source: <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/technology-articles/emissions-targets-and-energy-efficiency-opportunities-in-norway-market-research-report-4739415.html" title="Emissions Targets and Energy Efficiency Opportunities in Norway - Market Research Report">http://www.articlesbase.com/technology-articles/emissions-targets-and-energy-efficiency-opportunities-in-norway-market-research-report-4739415.html</a></p><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /><strong>About the Author</strong><br /><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">We specialize in providing online market business information on market research reports, books, magazines, conference booking at competitive prices, and strive to provide excellent and innovative service to our customers.</p>Frequent Travelerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16971946046746043170noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-8810675801296184332011-09-30T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-30T00:00:11.451-07:00The Viking Capital of Norway<div style="text-align: justify;">Oslo is the capital city of Norway. It is located at the head of the Oslofjord inlet and at the foot of a large forest giving it lovely natural beauty. Oslo has a fascinating Viking past, while at the same time being a modern and progressive city with a vibrant nightlife and many bars, cafes and restaurants.<br />
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There are many sites of architectural, cultural and historical interest throughout the city. Visit Oslo's main pedestrian street, the vibrant Karl Johan's Gate which is full of shops, cafes and entertainment. The Oslo Domskirke is the city cathedral. It was built in 1697 and here you will be rewarded with a view of outstanding examples of stained glass. The Royal Palace is a treat, if for nothing but to sit in its stunning grounds. You can spend two days exploring Bygdoy where you will find excavated Viking ships at the Viking Museum, the largest open-air museum in Norway and the Kon Tiki Museum which houses the famous balsa-wood raft that Thor Heyerdahl used to cross the Pacific Ocean in 1947.<br />
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Norway contains other excellent museums as well. Be sure to visit the Norwegian Folk Museum which is the most extensive museum of cultural history to be found in Norway. The Resistance Museum can be found at Akershus Castle. It provides an account of the German occupation of Norway and there you can visit the deep dungeons and then the luxurious upper floors. There are many high quality art galleries in Oslo, such as the Munch Museum which contains Munch's famous "The Scream" and the International Children's Art Museum that hosts hands-on workshops.<br />
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Of architectural interest is the newly opened Opera House, the Royal Palace (mentioned above), the buildings of the University of Oslo, the Oslo cathedral and the Kirkeristen which is the old bazaar that surrounds the church. Oslo is also full of natural beauty and stunning parks. You can wander around the beaches that are part of the Bygdoy peninsula or visit some of the city's parks, particularly the gorgeous Frognerparken. The section of the park known as Vigeland Park contains approximately 200 bronze and granite sculptures and is a treat to behold.<br />
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Oslo hosts a number of international fairs and conferences and during these times it can be difficult to find accommodation. If you plan to visit at a time such as these, make sure to reserve your accommodation long in advance to avoid disappointment. There are two hostel chains in Norway that run 110 youth and family hostels so finding budget accommodation should not be a problem if that is what you are looking for. It is possible to find hotels that range greatly in price and so if you are traveling on a budget, you may find a small family run hotel that will suit your needs. Besides for luxury hotels, you can find quaint old wooden hotels or charming historic hotels that have unique and distinctive atmospheres. You can also stay in a pension or a private room that can be found throughout the city and around the countryside.</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-72412099278131082742011-09-27T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-27T00:00:06.043-07:00White Circles Emerged In the Night Sky of Norway<div style="text-align: justify;">On December 8 evening, there was a mysterious spiral blue-white light to appear above Norway, thousands of local residents had observed the strange phenomenon. Residents in Norway from Trøndelag area to Fen Lanke area observed this mysterious blue light. From the Photographs taken by witnesses, we can see that there was a blue light rose from a large mountain in Norway and then remained in mid - air forming a spiral white aperture. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">The large ring stayed in the night light and the blue ray illuminated the center of the spiral ring in the sky. The entire period lasted about 10 to 12 minutes. After this light appeared, the Norwegian Meteorological Bureau was flooded with telephone calls instantly. Astronomers claimed that at this time auroral phenomena was not observed, so this light ring was not caused by auroras.Summer's Most Lovely mp5901 Fashion Style<br />
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Norwegian military spokesman claimed that they had not yet got the clear investigation result for the source of the mysterious aperture, but forecasted that it was likely caused by Russia's missile test. Good News!! tote bags are the Favorite of But the Russian military denied that they had conducted any missile firing tests. So far, the Russia's Defense Ministry has refused to comment on this phenomenon. </div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: justify;">From Trondelag to Finnmark, witnesses claimed that this mysterious wonder might be related to Russian rocket, meteor or a shock, but they have made no mention of UFO up to now. At that night, a blue-ray directly flew to the sky from the mountain and then stopped in the air and spread around. Several seconds later, a huge leptospira hang over the sky. Soon afterwards, a turquoise beam of light irradiated from the center of leptospira and completely disappeared after 10 to 12 minutes.What Kristen Stewart Wearing? !<br />
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In the "light exposure" occurred, the Norwegian Meteorological Institute are off the hook by phones. Drew Barrymore Guide You Various Trend Bible to Preserve hobo bags According to introduction from astronomers, the strange scenery on the 8th evening had no any connection with the common Northern Lightsl in Norway. The resident Fried Hansen in Westlaren said the entire course was like "a huge wandering fireball surrounded by ray". In the small town Troms, a resident Todt Erikson told the local media: "It shot out and exploded in the air."<br />
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Eriksson asserted that he found this preternatural phenomenon when he was on his way sending his daughter Amalie to school. He added, "I saw the light gradually rising from Troms inner harbor. It was amazing. It looked like a revolving rocket and then hung over in the sky in opposite angle. It was like the moon rose from the back of the mountain but afterwards it turned out to be a totally different look." From Alta Alex Ross Berge added: "It's like a huge spiral body - constantly rotating meteor. I thought it was a projector in the beginning."<br />
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Swedish astronomer Cnut • Joergen • Lord • Odegard expressed he had never seen such lights before when he accepts the interview of the local medias. [My first feeling told me it was probably meteor, but the whole process lasted too long. Perhaps it was a guided missile launched by Russia, but I was not sure." he said. Air Traffic Control System Command Center in Troms claimed that that mysterious phenomenon lasted two minutes and they admitted: "Since it lasted too long, it can not have been an astronomical phenomenon."</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-74483212751606004002011-09-24T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-24T00:00:02.123-07:00Buying Norwegian in Wisconsin<div style="text-align: justify;">Many Norwegian food items are things you cannot get at the local Pick 'n Save or Piggly Wiggly. These are specialty items that are only available at certain shops. Some require special appliances. Lefse and krumkake griddles and sandbakkel tins are usually available at the same stores. Here is a partial list of places to check out.<br />
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Open House Imports, 306 E. Main St., Mt. Horeb, WI 53572, (608) 437-5468 openhouseimports.com<br />
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Open House carries a nice selection of products including Freia Chocolates, sandbakkel, lefse, and rommergrot mixes, fish soup, fish balls, salmon and caviar spread, lingonberries, and Hartshorn Salt (a hard-to find ingredient of some Norwegian dishes). They also carry Norwegian equipment.<br />
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Dick's Quality Meats, 201 Main Street, Mt. Horeb, WI 53572. A good source for herring, lefse, and, at holiday times, lutefisk.<br />
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Norske Nook Restaurant and Coffee House and Gift Shop -- Osseo, 13804-13807 7th Street, Osseo, WI 54758, (715) 597-3765 norskenook.com<br />
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Norske Nook -- Rice Lake, 2900 Pioneer Avenue, Rice Lake, WI 54868, 715-234-1733<br />
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Norske Nook -- Hayward, Hwy. 27 South, Hayward, WI 54843, (715) 634-4928<br />
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The Norske Nook is a legend in Wisconsin, offering "from scratch" cooking and fabulous baked goods. The restaurants offer a limited selection of products but the selection at the Osseo gift shop is more extensive with imported cookies, lingonberries, lefse, potato dumpling and Norwegian pancake mixes, and more. They also carry lefse and krumkake griddles, sandbakkel tins, and other needed equipment.<br />
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Dregnes Scandinavian Gifts, 100 S. Main St., Westby, WI 54667, Phone: (608) 634-4414 Toll Free: (877) 634-4414 DregnesScandinavianGifts.com. Dregnes had the best selection of goods of all the places we checked. They offer Norwegian cheeses, fish soup, two different kinds of fish balls, vanilla and pearl sugars, Ljus syrup, glug, and numerous mixes. Their kitchen shop carries any cookware necessary to turn out a delicious Norwegian meal.<br />
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Nordic Nook, 176 W. Main St., Stoughton, WI 53589, Phone: (608) 877-0848 Toll Free: (866) 912-6665 nordic-nook.com. The Nordic Nook has a nice selection of Norwegian cooking gear and all the standard food offerings. A couple of unusual and yummy additions are pepparkakor (gingersnap) caramels and Ole and Lena fortune cookies.<br />
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Cheesers, LLC 186 E. Main St., Stoughton, WI 53589, Phone: (608) 873-1777 Fax: (608) 877-0362 cheesers.com. Stoughton has the biggest Syttende Mai celebration outside of Norway so you know Stoughton is serious about Norwegian food. Cheesers doesn't offer the cooking equipment like the others but they do offer a nice selection of products including a broad selection of flatbreads and crisps, fresh lefse, coffee, Jarlsberg cheese, and two kinds of Gjetost. This is a great place for all your cheese needs. Their selection is comprehensive.</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-42203167963058753472011-09-21T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-21T00:00:09.793-07:00Flavors of Norway -- Syttende Mai<div style="text-align: justify;">Ask most people what the biggest day on the Norwegian calendar is and they would probably say the first day of the ice fishing season. If you're in that group (come on, be honest) you may be shocked and surprised to find out you're WRONG...close...but WRONG! If you live in Dane, Rock, or Green Counties, you should be run out of town on a rail.<br />
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The correct answer is Syttende Mai. (Pronounced Setten de my). Syttende Mai holds the same significance in Norway as the 4th of July holds in the United States. At the end of the Napoleonic Wars, Norway, which had been under the control of Denmark since the mid-1300s, was given by Denmark to Sweden. The Norwegians were miffed at this turn of events since they always considered themselves an independent country and on May 17 (or Syttende Mai), 1814, they signed a constitution declaring themselves so. Sweden was unimpressed and continued to rule Norway for another hundred years, finally granting independence in 1905.<br />
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But I digress. Syttende Mai is celebrated with children's parades, big parades, dances, and food, lots and lots of food. And what do Norwegians eat, you may ask? According to Howard Mohr, in his bible of Scandinavian lifestyle in the Upper Midwest How to Talk Minnesotan, Norwegians like white food. If it's not naturally white, they'll make it white. While this is mostly true, it's not completely true. A little color does creep in, here and there.<br />
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Like most cuisines, Norwegian cooking includes things both wonderful and to the uninitiated...frightening. Here then is a quick overview of Norwegian cooking. The most famous Norwegian foods are the ever-popular lutefisk and lefse. Lutefisk literally means lye fish. Lutefisk is air-dried cod, called stockfish, that is sawn (literally) into manageable pieces, soaked in fresh water for eight days, a lye (you read it right, lye) solution for two days, and then fresh water again for an additional two days. After all that, lutefisk is simmered until it is firm and translucent. Lutefisk is NOT an acquired taste. You either like it or you don't.<br />
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While lutefisk is available here and there in grocery stores, especially around Christmas, it's not the easiest thing to find. The Olsen Fish Company on the north side of Minneapolis is the world's largest producer. They make over 650,000 pounds a year. They sell stockfish for the do-it-yourselfers and processed and ready to cook lutefisk for the rest of us. The lutefisk is packaged under Olsen, Viking, Kemps, and Mike's labels but you can't buy directly from Olsens for they are strictly a wholesale company.<br />
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Lefse is made from potatoes. It's thin and flexible, and it looks and feels much like a flour tortilla. It has been likened to a dish rag but that is an unfair judgment by people who have tried poor quality, store bought, or old product. Fresh lefse is a delicate, flavorful delight, especially when buttered and rolled up with brown sugar.<br />
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The absolute best place to get lefse is to find a church with a crew of little Norwegian ladies who set up in the church kitchen and crank out lefse to sell as a fund-raiser. Stoughton, Mount Horeb, or Westby are good places to start. Failing that, the general consensus among lefse connoisseurs is that Countryside Lefse in Blair, Wisconsin, is by far the best commercially made lefse around. The reason is that they make lefse the same way you would at home (or at church). They use real potatoes and they roll and flip the lefse by hand. Countryside Lefse is distributed to local grocery stores but you can also order directly from them on their website lefse.com.<br />
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Lutefisk isn't the only fish dish around. Almost as ubiquitous is pickled herring. Norwegians eat tons of the stuff every year. Herring are pickled in the traditional manner with vinegar and spices and then things get interesting. There are 15 species of herring and at least that many ways to pack them. The two most popular variations are in a sour cream or wine sauce, but recent years have brought about new varieties including Cajun and fresh dill.<br />
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Fiskeballer (fish balls) and fish soup can contain almost anything. The main trick with fish balls is to run the meat through a grinder at least five times. Oddest sounding of all is fiskepudding or fish pudding. It's exactly what it sounds like. To get the light, spongy consistency required, you need really fresh fish. The fish is pureed with cream and some other stuff and then baked. It's usually served hot and drenched in butter.<br />
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Now that those are out of the way, we can move on to the important stuff -- cookies and baked goods. The most recognizable Norwegian cookies are krumkake. These cone shaped delights are sometimes filled, but often are served plain (as God intended) and are light and crispy with just a hint of cardamom. Sandbakkel come in a variety of shapes. The dough is pressed into forms that are essentially tiny tart tins. They have a thicker, more substantial texture and a definite almond taste. Fattigman (poor man's cookies) are similar to sandbakkels in texture but without the almond flavor. Fattigman cookies are different in that they are deep fried. A little powdered sugar on top and you have a very tasty cookie.<br />
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By far the prettiest and most delicate cookies are the rosetter, or rosettes. The cookie starts with a thin batter, then flower- or star-shaped irons with long handles are dipped into the batter and then lowered into hot oil. The cookies fry until they are a beautiful golden brown. Once they are sprinkled with powdered sugar, they are as much a work of art as they are a paper thin, yummy treat.<br />
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Cakes of all kinds are part of the Norwegian diet. Two in particular are worth noting. One is the kransekake. This is an almond cake that is baked in 18 thin concentric rings that are then stacked to form a cone 12 to 18 inches tall, all glued together with frosting. Kransekake is usually served on special occasions, especially weddings. They are decorated for the occasion with real flowers, party poppers, flags, or whatever. They're about as putzy as a cake can get and seem deceptively simple to create once you have the special baking rings. When things go wrong, kransekake are next to inedible. However, when Ole and Lena smile and it turns out as it should, kransekake's pleasing texture and almond flavor make all the work worthwhile.<br />
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At the other end of the spectrum, Norwegian apple cake is a study in rustic elegance that satisfies without pretension. Sugar, flour, salt, baking powder, apples, nuts, and an egg combine to create a sturdy cake loaded with bits of nuts and apples. It's simple, but this is a clear case of the sum being greater than its parts. Serve it with a little fresh whipped cream or vanilla ice cream on top. Best of all it's even better the second day.<br />
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Odd and assorted other Norwegian specialties include rommegrot, fruktsuppe, and sweet soup. Rommegrot is sour cream soup that is usually generously drizzled in butter and sprinkled with sugar and ground cinnamon (Norwegians seem to do this a lot). Rommegrot is thick and sweet and needs something to wash it down. Red current juice is popular, but you might be better served by beer or Aquavit.<br />
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Fruktsuppe, or fruit soup, is pretty much what it says it is, a soup made with tapioca, prunes, raisins, apples, oranges, and just about any other fresh, frozen, canned, or dried fruit you happen to have around. The difference is that while Americans like their fruit soup cold, Norwegians serve it hot, garnished with lemon and orange slices.<br />
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Sot suppe (sweet soup) is pretty self-explanatory. It is also a fruit soup made with dried fruits, especially raisins, currants, prunes, and tapioca, but this one is served cold. Accompaniments include Christmas bread, Christmas cookies, open-faced sandwiches, and a variety of sliced cheeses.<br />
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This is far from a complete list of Norwegian foods. Norwegian is as wide and varied a cuisine as that from other countries and it waits for you to go exploring. Many of the foods I've mentioned are available prepackaged or as mixes. The web offers recipes galore for those who want to get hands-on. Either way, you can enter into the spirit of the holiday because, like on St. Patrick's Day, on Syttende Mai everybody is Norwegian.</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-62723941448558473462011-09-18T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-18T00:00:01.249-07:00Fjords in Norway<div style="text-align: justify;">Norway is famous for its outstanding natural beauty, particularly its spectacular fjords. Geirangerfjord is a UNESCO World Heritage site, a place of outstanding beauty that needs to be preserved. Located in western Norway, you can see waterfalls, fish, raft and ride around the fifteen kilometre long fjord.<br />
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Alternatively, visit Nordfjord, one hundred and ten kilometres long, and spanning from the glaciers to the ocean. Try your hand at summer skiing, or trek to the historical Selje Monastery. There is such a lot to do here, and if you love the outdoors you will not fail to be enthralled. Try driving the coast road on the west of Norway to see the soft beaches and lush skerries. Over the water you can relax on the small islands and stay at the communities, but as you drive along you will always hear the roar of the waves at the coastline.<br />
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A fjord is a waterway that is created when a glacier cuts a valley into the surrounding rock. Many were formed in the ice age, and now offer exquisite beauty. Most are deeper than the sea they are adjacent to, and many of the fjords have coral reefs at the bottom, by their banks. When at the fjords, enjoy the expansive silence of the mountains, and in places, the thundering of the waterfalls. They are places of inimitable beauty, and are not to be missed from your travels. Flights service Norway from London on a regular basis. What are you waiting for? Grab your passport and Travel Insurance and fly!!</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-53085003901727398202011-09-15T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-15T00:00:04.066-07:00Prime 9 Sights to See in Norway<div style="text-align: justify;">Miami is a quite common tourist vacation spot when it comes to visitors who are searching for a excellent time and for those who are searching to escape the cold season. Considering that it is such a popular and active spot, acquiring a low cost flight to San diego is of the essence, particularly if you want to make the most out of your trip.<br />
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Apart from the stunning seaside, Norway is also house to a great deal of cultural and architectural elegance. If you want to get all around and really have entertaining in Holland, saving as much as you can on air fare also signifies you have extra money to shell out on this kind of items, particularly for souvenirs!<br />
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So what precisely can make Holland these kinds of a well-liked vacationer location? Here are the leading 5 sights in San diego that you surely should not miss.<br />
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1.The Fine art Deco Welcome Center. The Art work Deco Welcome Center is situated on 1001 Ocean Drive and is a fantastic area to start off when touring Norway. Find out about the architectural history of Holland by taking the Art Deco District Strolling Tour held at half-dozen:thirty PM each and every Thursday and at ten:30 AM the rest of the week. This ninety - minute walking tour generally expenses approximately $15 - $20.<br />
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a couple of.The Vizcaya Museums and Gdns. The Vizcaya Museums and Gdns were constructed again in 1916 by the industrialist James Deering. It features a principal residence, formal gardens that measure ten acres, and a hardwood hammock. Travelers and visitors are often left awed by the meticulously and effectively-taken cared of gdns and the exclusive architecture that tends to make the Vizcaya Museums and Gardens a vacationer spot.<br />
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The Vizcaya Museums and Gardens are found at 3251 South Holland Avenue, shut sufficient to other sizzling spots but still maintains that peaceful and peaceful ambiance that helps make it the excellent place to cool down. It is start each day from nine:30 AM to four:30 PM and admission is $12 for grown ups ($nine for seniors), and $5 for children ages six-twelve.<br />
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several.The Metropolis of Coral Gables. The metropolis of Coral Gables, typically referred to as The Gables, is home of the University of Norway. The metropolis is a vacationer very hot area in itself as it boasts of the Venetian Swimming pool, a public swimming pool developed back again in 1923 by Denman Fink. The Venetian Swimming pool is embraced by an island, grottos, waterfalls and caves. There is a nearby café in the Venetian Swimming pool, which is the excellent complement to the relaxing environment. Travellers can also take swimming lessons and even lifeguard instruction although on the area.<br />
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The Venetian Pool is open up during January - March on Tue-Sunlight 10am-four:30pm; April - May on Tue-Fri 11am-9:30pm, Sat-Sun 10am-four:30pm; June - August on Mon-Fri 11am-seven:30pm, Sat-Sunshine 10am-seven:30pm; September - October on Tue-Fri 11am-9:30pm, Sat-Solar 10am-four:30pm; and November - December on Tue-Sunlight 10am-four:30pm. Admission for non citizens ranges from $5.fifty - $ten for adults and $a few.fifty - $half a dozen.75 for children. Admission is $4.fifty for adult residents and $several.50 for youngsters.<br />
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4.The Holocaust Memorial. The Holocaust Memorial was opened on February 4, 1990 as a tribute to the victims of the Holocaust. The mentioned memorial was created by Kenneth Treister and is situated beside the numerous attractions in South Seashore. The memorial functions The Arbor of Background, a timeline of the Holocaust created of black granite, and The Sculpture of Adore and Anguish, an arm produced bronze that has a tattoo from Auschwitz and is manufactured of human kinds in discomfort.<br />
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five.The Historical Museum of Southern Florida. This museum is the greatest way to discover as considerably about San diego as doable, as properly as the best spot to buy regionally inspired gifts and souvenirs. The Historical Museum of Southern Florida features a assortment of photos, literary operate and writings, and artifacts from various intervals in the history of the state. The museum is positioned on 101 West Flagler Street and admission for adults is $8, seniors and college students with an ID is $7, kids 6-twelve is $five, and youngsters under six many years previous are no cost. The museum is closed on certain holidays, Mondays, and is start on Tuesday-Friday 10AM - five PM, open up up to 9PM every third Thursday, and on weekends from noon to 5PM. </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-64447500999279522382011-09-12T00:00:00.000-07:002011-09-12T00:00:05.277-07:00Norway and India Act against Bio-Piracy<div style="text-align: justify;">Indian Environment Minister Jairam Ramesh and the Norwegian Environment Minister Erik Solheim signed an agreement for establishing a Centre for Biodiversity Policy and Law (CEBPOL) in the National Biodiversity Authority in Chennai, the capital city of Tamil Nadu, India. The two countries will work together to develop professional expertise when dealing with legal issues in relation to protection and biodiversity. trans.gif<br />
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Jairam Ramesh is reported to have said, "Biodiversity is a subject of great significance to us and working with the like minded people, we will be in a stronger position t preserve and protect our biodiversity."<br />
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Mr Eric Solheim from Norway said that the agreement was a crucial project as it ensured the "sharing of genetic resources" achieved in Nagoya. At the heart of the agreements is the work to be undertaken for research and to develop new medicines on the basis of genetic recourses that will "have fair distribution of revenues in the world" said Solheim.<br />
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The Norwegian Government has offered to provide the technical and institutional collaboration for the CEBPOL. India and Norway can learn from each others' experiences their historical and traditional knowledge.<br />
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The main objective of CEBPOL is to develop the professional expertise in the complete policy and legal issues that relate to biodiversity. This includes access and benefit sharing, research, development and training. Thus the centre is expected to contribute to the strengthening and implementation of the Biological Diversity Act.<br />
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The Convention on Biological Diversity in Nagoya, Japan has adopted a "Nagoya Protocol" on Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS). The centre's initiative is accurate and responsive to the conclusions of the Conference in Japan.<br />
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India has suffered from bio-piracy despite is immense diverse country and has thus played a very important role in all ABS talks.</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5393629012050627372.post-58411308831869444972011-09-09T02:39:00.000-07:002011-09-09T02:39:59.017-07:00Family Ski Vacations At Geilo In Norway<div style="text-align: justify;">Geilo in Norway stands 800 metres high, and has one of the highest ski lifts in the world, stretching 3,887 feet. Geilo is positioned three and a half hours from the capital city, whilst having good road and rail links to the village. Set amidst amazing scenery just off the banks of Fjord, Geilo is at the heart of Norway's "Winter Wonderland". Maintaining its reputation as an excellent family resort, Geilo has seen visitors from Europe and beyond since early 1900s. Geilo remains unspoilt, with true Norwegian character firmly intact.<br />
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With more than just skiing facilities Geilo is home to the 4 star Highland Hotel, as well as numerous lodging houses, and the famous Holms Ski Bar. Although primarily a ski resort Geilo also offers sleigh rides, wildlife adventure tours, ski orienteering, tobogganing, snow shoe walking, dog-sledging, kite-skiing, night-skiing, snowboarding, freestyle snowboarding and much more.<br />
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Geilo's reputation as one the worlds top skiing resorts lies mainly in its ability to cater for family vacations. With over 10,000 families visiting the slopes each year, Geilo also offers excellent tuition in packages it refers to as the "Family Starter Pack". This involves tuition for your entire family for the equivalent of $200 a day. This means, that not only can your whole family learn together, but is also means that families with no skiing experience, can go along and after the first day, they will be able to ski on their own.<br />
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Geilo has also increased its reputation amongst Snowboarders in recent years beating off Lillehammer, Voss and Hemsedal in its bid to host the Norwegian Snowboarding Championship. With four sides of mountain each dedicated to snowboarding and skiing, Geilo is now able to call itself Norway's first skiing location to offer 5 runs dedicated to snowboarding. With 110 runs in total, Geilo has 14% expert allowing experienced skiers to enjoy themselves on the slopes, whilst maintaining the rest of its facilities for intermediates and beginners that account for a larger number of their yearly visitors.<br />
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Geilo also offers exceptional value for money with weekly family packages starting from $1000 including accommodation, bed and breakfast. The element that stands out the most about Geilo is the way it caters for families, with family diners, and especially their Christmas bonanza which includes Santa visiting the slopes with his reindeer on Christmas day, and the time leading up to christmas. Geilo never fails to be fully booked for Christmas, with so many families choosing to bring their children along to experience Christmas within this winter wonderland.<br />
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Although Geilo offers amazing family packages, it would be unfair to say that Geilo is limited to family vacations. Geilo has hosted very serious world sporting events, as well as being the training ground of the national snowboarding and skiing teams. Geilo is available from August/September all the way through to late March and is also considering investing in "Avalanche Technology" which generates snow from water to provide 24/365 skiing.<br />
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If you have never been to Geilo then I would recommend that you give it a go, although the family image may put certain people off visiting the slope I would suggest that checking it out is the best thing to do. From their website it is clear to see that consistent snowfall, and a good variation in the difficulty of runs, Geilo is a facility that can genuinely cater for everyone; from beginner to professional.<br />
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It has many great options for accommodation, and with good travel links as well their really is no excuse for not hoping on a plane and going to Geilo today. With thousands of people on the slopes, from different countries and different backgrounds Geilo is suitable for families and teenagers alike. With individual price plans starting from $350 a week, and well-known DJs playing at local club venues Geilo is also becoming very popular amongst those teenagers who would have previously seen Ibiza as the only place to be seen on holiday.</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0