Expat Blogs in Norway

Few resources can build a better picture of life in Norway than the expat blogs maintained by already established foreigners. Whether these writers are recounting great challenges, relaying roll-on-the-floor funny encounters, delivering crucial advice and important tips or reaching out to those around them, their insight affords others a unique and personal glimpse into their new community.

Best Expat Blogs in Norway

Snow in Tromso


German expat Vanessa has a fascination with Scandinavia, and luckily for readers everywhere, she keeps a visual diary of her experiences. Check out her blog to see her incredible photos, read about her amazing adventures and everything in between.

►Nationality: German

Crizzy Kiss


Serial traveller and Filipino expat Criz chose to make the "Land of the Midnight Sun" her home after some extensive travelling. Always up for an adventure with a go-getter attitude, her blog is the perfect read for anyone looking to move to Norway, or just interested in living vicariously through her travels.

►Nationality: Filipino 

From There to Here


There's nothing like a serial expat for great insights into a new country. Follow Jay's adventures in Norway and travels in Europe, read guest posts by other expats all over the world, and revel in the sumptuous photographs that pepper each post. A great read.

►Nationality: Canadian

An expat blog in Norway

An Expat's Norway


Having lived in Norway for a decade, Gisèle, an expat born in El Salvador, shares her wealth of knowledge about life in the capital. Read her blog for insightfully funny posts, as she takes on each topic with flourish.

►Nationality: Salvadoran

 

Further reading

►For exclusive interviews with expats living in the country, see Expat experiences in Norway.

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