FAQs

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What are some Norwegian Wedding Customs an American should know?

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Speeches: Do not eat during speeches—cutlery down, phones away, and enjoy the words. Toasts: Simply raise your glass and say “Skål!” when a toast is made. No clinking necessary. Dress Code: Please dress formally—suits or tuxedos for men, long dresses for women.

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Do I need cash before I go?

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No you will not be needing cash at all. However, bring a visa/mastercard as American Express is usually denied at smaller businesses.

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Do I tip at restaurants?

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You do not need to tip at restaurants as servers are getting paid a fair wage. If you are exceptionally impressed you can round up to nearest 10, 50 or 100kr. You generally do not tip but it is not rude to tip at restaurants if you really want to. However, no tip for taxis or other service personnel.

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How long is the wedding?

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Yes, you read it right it is a 12 hour celebration. The ceremony starts at 2pm. After this you will all have access to explore the museum before welcome drinks and small bites are served outside the reception venue (which is also located at the museum) around 5pm. Reception will start at 6pm and the dinner typically lasts 3-4 hours before the party starts and ends at 2am.

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How to get to the Wedding?

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We will provide transportation to the wedding, however there will be a little bit of walking so choose shoes that are comfortable enough for some walking on gravel around the museum.

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How do I get around Oslo?

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Public transportation will be your best friend. Download the Ruter App and purchase the pass that fits the length of your stay. With this pass you can take metros, trams and busses all over the city. You will only need to purchase a pass with Zone 1. The Airport Express is NOT included in this pass.

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What if the weather isn't the best?

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Both the ceremony and the reception will be indoors. However, the museum is both indoor and outdoor. You can bring extra shoes, a jacket and umbrellas that we will have space to put away at the venue where you can easily find them again on the way home.