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The world’s airlines earned NOK 660 billion in additional fees last year
Airlines worldwide took over NOK 660 billion in additional fees last year. Airlines show enormous creativity, said a director for travel agencies. Charges for extra…
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New record at Gardermoen: Never before have planes been de-iced more often than this winter
Planes had to be de-iced a total of 17,800 times before departing from Oslo Airport this winter.This new record is an increase of 42 percent from last winter. Last…
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Cruise into the realm of the Northern Lights
Experience a cruise with one of the authentic Hurtigruten ships from Bergen into the realm of the Northern Lights. We have added exciting activities to the tour package…
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EU verdict notifies of repayment decision against airlines
A new EU verdict allows for repayment in “thousands” of compensation cases, ‘Airhelp’ believes. The Consumer Council does not think they will win. The EU court ruled…
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Now you should check your passport
If you need to renew your passport, then you should do it now. It is time for finalising plans for the summer vacation, and as usual there may be long queues at the…
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Cabin crew sentenced to jail for meeting up with plane while intoxicated
A cabin crew member from British Airways had more than a 0.6 percent blood alcohol level when he met for a flight at Gardermoen. Now he has to go to prison. It was…
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Norwegian Airline receives most complaints from passengers
Last year, Norwegian had four times as many cases in the Transport Appeals Committee as SAS, their main competitor. Complaints against Bjørn Kjos’ Norwegian Airline…
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Norwegian reports solid passenger growth in March
A total of 2,816,164 passengers chose to fly with Norwegian in March; 362,613 more passengers than the same period last year. The total traffic growth (RPK) increased by…
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If your plane is delayed then you can claim 5500 kroner
With ease you can get expert help to claim money from the airline. Most of us have experienced delays, cancellations, lost luggage or other issues associated with…
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‘Top Ten’ 2018 Easter Destinations
Easter Spring-Break Vacation! To some Norwegians, Easter vacation isn’t about ski trips to Norway’s mountains; it’s an opportunity to travel far-away cities and visit…
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Record visits to cabins in the mountains
The Tourist Association reported record visits to mountain cabins in the first part of the Easter holidays. Especially in central Norway,there are many more overnight…
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Norwegian to test a service: pay to be the first in line
At four airports in southern and western Norway, Norwegian Airlines will now tests a fee for travelers to see if they are willing to pay to be the first in line to board…
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Norwegian launches UK’s cheapest nonstop route to Texas
Norwegian, voted world’s best low-cost long-haul airline, is continuing its global expansion today by launching the UK’s first low fare route to Texas, with the only…
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Millions paid to 14 national tourist destinations
14 national tourist destinations in Norway are now receiving support from the National Tourist Trails grant scheme to improve the conditions for the tourists. The…
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Child size Burger & Fries at NOK 365
Child size Burger & Fries at a measly NOK 365 Child size burger with fries offered at hotel in the mountains available for a bargain price of NOK 365 per child. In the à…
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Over 20 people affected by outbreak of stomach virus at Hardangervidda
The Norwegian Tourist Association (DNT) reported on Sunday that 23 people were affected by a stomach virus at Hardangervidda. The sick have been isolated from other…