We will study a little of their language since knowing a country's language allows us to gain a much deeper and more comprehensive understanding of its culture. We discovered that, more than anything else, how people express themselves reveals the intricacies of a culture. Engaging in discussion with people is the best method to learn about a new culture.

2. Get travel finances in order. 

Traveling can be quite costly. And when things are costly, it become stressful. We will make a small trip budget. We will be able to tell when we can afford to spend and when we need to cut back. On our next trip, we will figure out what actually important to us. When we want to have the best trip possible, small financial adjustments might add up quickly.

3. Learn about where we are going.

We will read more about the place we are visiting before, during, and after our trip. Reading historical fiction, nonfiction, articles, and biographies can help us feel more connected to the country, town, people, and culture we are visiting. This is also a method to extend our vacation by generating excitement before we leave, connection and greater knowledge while we are there, remembrance and reflection when we return.

To begin with, the majority of Norwegians speak English. We were afraid to ask Norwegians for directions at first, but it turns out they speak English perfectly. So, don't be frightened if you don't speak Norwegian since lots of Norwegians speak English. Although some are really nervous to engage in a complete discussion, they can comprehend and assist you with any inquiries you may have. So, don't be embarrassed to call for help or even greet a stranger! 

Norway, as we all know, has four seasons: wintertime, springtime, summertime, and falling. Therefore, some sights are only available during particular seasons, and many walks are inaccessible during the winter. If your primary goal is to visit a certain destination, determine which season is best for that. An additional point to note would be that the weather varies greatly in different seasons. Whenever visiting Norway, carry the right amount of warm clothing because it might get freezing! It is often a matter of keeping an eye on the weather predictions. As a result, always pack an additional layer of clothing to stay safe. It's advisable to bring multiple clothes, specifically while you're intending on going on hiking in the vacation. Even in the summer, it's a good idea to include a raincoat and a sweater in travel backpacks throughout if the rains come or the temperatures fall as you get further upwards in elevation.

Furthermore, we got concerned about our safety all across the trip because it was our first experience, nevertheless, Norway is a secure destination to travel to. Even within urban centers like Oslo, Bergen, Trondheim, and Stavanger, violent crime is incredibly low. In other cities, people must take very good care, but there isn't anything to be concerned about. Even strolling alone around night is generally safe, as well as the possibilities of being a victim of a crime are low. However, the majority of criminals in Norway are attributed to domestic and office robberies. since some groups of pickpockets travel across most tourist spots where during summer, so retaining an extra eye on your wallet when you're in a crowd is recommended even if the chances about anything coming are lesser.

Lastly, we advise that you never have great expectations that the Northern Lights will be seen everywhere. Obviously, many people visit Norway in order to witness the northern lights including ourselves.  Regrettably, the northern lights (also known as the Aurora Borealis) are not visible entire Norway. Considering Norway is such a massive country, the lady in green is usually exclusively seen in the far northeast. The further south you travel, the fewer lights you will notice. You may go to places like Lofoten, Bodø, and Tromsø, which are the most popular places to see the northern lights. You should also keep in mind that the northern lights will not be seen throughout the summer since it is too bright. Ordinarily, the greatest time to witness any activity is between October and April. For us, there is something really amazing as witnessing a sky transform into a green and purple pattern that dances all over the place. We clearly recall the very first moment we can get it for ourselves; it was a life-changing experience.