Hello everyone,
Living in Norway means learning new ways of doing things and incorporating to your daily life unique practices.
We invite you to share unique practices, tools or methods that could also make a difference in other countries.
Here are a few examples of the best practices found throughout the world. In France, a health chipcard makes medical procedures easier and faster. In Japan's train stations people queue patiently and orderly. In most parts of North America drivers can turn right at a cross road, even if the traffic light is red. And many countries manage their waste with sorting techniques and colored bins.
What about you? have you found innovative and useful practices or services that make daily life simpler in Norway?
Thank you for your contribution.
Priscilla
Best usages and practices in Norway
In Norway the phrase TAKK FOR SIST is a lifesaver! It means great seeing you again and can be used whether it has been a few days or a few decades. Wonderful if it is someone you barely remember...as all awkward moments are avoided. when you first move-in, another useful tip is inviting your closest neighbors over for coffee and cake on a weekend afternoon or evening. Here it is the newcomers who are to make the effort to make a connection....and it will not happen if you donẗ. Neighbors are great sources of information and quite helpful if you first express interest in getting to know them.
better hope you have a smartphone! BankID on your mobile phone is used in many online services, and in Oslo the public transit system has mobile ticketing and a very useful mobile app to figure out how to get around. I even book my doctor appointments via mobile app.
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