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Trollstigen and Geiranger: how to drive the route

The Geiranger–Trollstigen scenic route is 104 km of road 63 with one short ferry. We list the stops in order, when the road is open, what the tolls cost, and what changed in 2026.

Oslo Runway day 2: From snow to dark glamour

Snow on the catwalk, a long-table lunch under open skies and a finale bathed in jewellery and black candles. Day two of Oslo Runway had a bit of everything – and yesterday there were a few moments in particular that made our eyes widen.

M&H tests this year’s advent calendars: these are worth the money

PART 1. Advent calendars are as much a part of the run-up to Christmas as mulled wine and Christmas music. But when the price tag often runs to four figures, we expect more than 24 travel-size products we'll never use. We open, test and rate this year's most sought-after advent calendars.

From Café Sara to Stensparken: These were the highlights from the last day of Oslo Runway

Romantic dresses in the Rococo Room at the Grand Hotel, performance art among the beer glasses at Café Sara and Norwegian wool in Stensparken. Oslo Runway wrapped up its official programme in exactly the way we'd hoped.

Tired eyes? These are the 5 eye creams we’d invest in this autumn

Darker mornings, colder air and often a little too little sleep: autumn is high season for tired-looking eyes. These are five eye creams we'd recommend for your bathroom shelf right now.

The Nobel Peace Prize turns 125: Oslo invited to celebrate

The first Peace Prize was awarded in the Storting without the laureates present. 125 years later, the ceremony fills the whole of Oslo. The Nobel Peace Center is marking the anniversary with family activities, stories and a new exhibition.

UGG opens its very first store in Norway: here’s where to find it

Just in time for autumn, Oslo is getting an entire store dedicated to the shoes many already have on their wish list. On 1 October, UGG opens its doors in Prinsens gate.

In the wardrobe of: Martine Halvorsen

Oversized knits, a coat that lives up to its name and clothes that actually feel good to wear. Martine Halvorsen knows what she wants from her autumn wardrobe.

Sold out online – here’s where you can buy this year’s Pink Ribbon now

This year's Pink Ribbon is sold out in the Norwegian Cancer Society's own online store. But you can still get hold of one – you just need to know where to look.

byTiMo called out over fur – now the brand apologises

The Norwegian Animal Protection Alliance has reacted to the fur collars on three jackets from byTiMo's autumn collection. Now the Norwegian fashion brand says it will not use fur in future collections.

Galliano sews something new from old Zara pieces. Green shift or good marketing?

On Thursday, Zara releases the first collection John Galliano has created for the chain. The raw material is clothes Zara has already made. It's a cool move, and a fairly clear answer to everyone who has criticised the chain for overproducing.
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