What do expats find most challenging?
We asked expats and digital nomads what they find the most challenging about the local culture in Bergen. They wrote...
"Not knowing how to speak the language. It's not easy learning a new language from scratch. I tried speaking Norwegian when I first started taking the course but my spouse was very critical of my pronunciation to the point that I became fixated on making sure the words sounded correctly instead of actually speaking the language itself. Living with a husband and adjusting with life in his country isn't easy either. And the prices here are extortionately expensive. It's difficult for me because back home, I have gotten accustomed to the fact that having fun always involves spending money," remarked another expat who made the move to Bergen, Norway.
"Expats in Bergen often find the language barrier to be the most challenging aspect of the local culture. Many Norwegians speak English, but it is not as widely spoken as in other countries. Additionally, the Norwegian culture is quite different from many other cultures, and expats may find it difficult to adjust to the local customs and traditions. Furthermore, the cost of living in Bergen is quite high, and expats may find it difficult to make ends meet. Finally, the weather in Bergen can be quite unpredictable, and expats may find it difficult to adjust to the cold and wet climate," explained one expat living in Bergen, Norway.
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