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Update: Travel Alert - Norwegian Bomb And Shooting Attacks Leave 76 Dead

Saturday, 23 Jul 2011 | Views [2242]

Norway is reeling after a twin attack involving a large bomb blast on its capital, Oslo, and a vicious shooting rampage on a youth camp. The carnage has left at least 76 people dead. The shooting attack was carried out at a youth camp in Utoeya - ... Read more >

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Photos: Norway

Thursday, 21 Jul 2011 | Photo Gallery


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Wildlife Safety Issues In Norway

Wednesday, 21 Jul 2010 | Views [209]

In Norway man shares the country with several wildlife species which are beautiful to observe but have their own specific hazards.  Wildlife In Norway Deer can be seen all over Norway particularly in the country areas and tundra. In deer country ... Read more >

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Petty Crime And Scams In Norway

Wednesday, 21 Jul 2010 | Views [265]

In general crime rates in Norway are very low compared to the rest of Europe. Like anywhere, visitors just need to pay attention to a few areas and be aware of some of the common scams.  Petty Crime Theft of credit cards, passports and other valuables ... Read more >

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Road Safety Issues In Norway

Wednesday, 21 Jul 2010 | Views [187]

In Norway there were 212 deaths from road accidents in 2009. This equates to 4.4 deaths per 100,000 on the roads compared to a UK average of 3.8 per hundred thousand. The distances and times taken to travel across the country are often underestimated ... Read more >

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Norway's Mountains And Wilderness

Wednesday, 21 Jul 2010 | Views [180]

Norway is one of the most beautiful countries in Europe and many visitors come to see the mountain scenery and the wilderness of the Arctic tundra. There are miles of countryside that have no humans living there and this wilderness is one of the things ... Read more >

Tags: europe, hypothermia, norway, travel-health, travel-safety


Drinking And Drug Safety Issues In Norway

Wednesday, 21 Jul 2010 | Views [388]

Drink and drugs related issues are an increasing problem in Norway. Visitors need to be aware of areas of general concern and should also acquaint themselves with local legislation.  Drugs in Norway Oslo earned itself the title of “Drug Death ... Read more >

Tags: drink, drugs, europe, norway, travel-health, travel-legal, travel-safety

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