Famous Faces of Norway
If I had to describe Norway in three words they would be: Nature, Snow and Stars. The country is beautiful year round but during the winter months the snow definitely gives Norway a very “Narnia” look about it. What turned out as a bit of a surprise was all the famous faces I met during my trip, making this bohemian traveler quite entertained.
Marius Arnesen: Olympic Ski Coach
Marius gave our group a personalized ski lesson during out stay at Norefjell. Besides being a professional skiier himself, Marius has led the Olympic Ski team to not one but three Gold Medals. Arnesen is currently taking a break from sport scene to spend more time with his two young children but plans on reclaiming his post as coach in the next few years.
Jens Stoltenberg: Prime Minister of Norway
This was definitely a surprise encounter but one that made my Norway trip even more memorable. Our first Prime Minister spotting was at the Grand Hotel in Oslo but it wasn’t until our first night at the World Snowboarding Championships that we had the chance to speak briefly with Norway’s leader. Especially after the After the tragic events this past summer I was very impressed with his eagerness to interact with the locals at the event. He seems to really resonate with the Norwegian people.
Angry Baby: Vigeland Sculpture Park
Perhaps the most famous sculpture in Oslo’s Vigeland Park is this quite angry baby. Gustav Vigeland spent the last two decades of his life creating every sculpture with incredible detail. The statue is called “Sinnataggen” which translates to “The Furious Kid”. Over the years this statue has been a favorite among travelers.
Henrik Ibsen: Norwegian Playwright
Norway is home to several talented writers, painters and composers including Henrik Ibsen, Edvard Munch, Bjornstjerne Bjornson and Rikard Nordraak. Ibsen’s “A Doll House” was one of my favorite reads back in high school so I was eager to see his grave at the Oslo Cemetery. Ibsen also ate breakfast at the Grand Cafe which is connected to the Grand Hotel. I made sure to snag his famous breakfast table each morning in hopes he’d drop me some inspiration.
Sondre Lerche: Singing Sensation
Lerche is a famous Norwegian singer who currently lives in Brooklyn, New York. Clearly, you should always try to look decent even if at the airport because you never know just who you will be on your flight. I’ll make sure to note this for next time. Sondre was very friendly to all the fans that approached him that day. He was returning to Brooklyn after a month of filming the Norwegian version of “The Voice”.
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16 Comments
I love the angry baby. It’s perfect with its expression and clenched fists. It’s funny how it’s so accurate. I would love to see it firsthand someday. Great post!
Alexa Meisler recently posted..Guidelines
haha I know! Thanks
Megan recently posted..Famous Faces of Norway
Love this post, and great pics! Especially the one of you and Sondre.
I totally agree Laura!
x 100
Megan recently posted..Famous Faces of Norway
Wow you’ve met some great people! Love “The Furious Kid” that is awesome!
Claire recently posted..Calgary Zoo – Penguins!
Thanks Claire! – yeah he is pretty awesome
Megan recently posted..Famous Faces of Norway
Angry baby.. Lol! Wow, I’d love to visit “Narnia” one day. Looks beautiful. Can’t believe you got to rub elbows with royalty. Fancy..
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Realizing PM isn’t exactly royalty.. just sounds fancy. Haha.
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I like the sound of it! I recently heard that the royals actually ride the subway in Oslo…but not sure if that’s just a rumor haha. Maybe next time I’m in Norway I will spot them
Megan recently posted..Famous Faces of Norway
That Angry Baby statue is amazing. Reminds me of the dancing baby screensaver from way back when
Norway looks really stunning, I must visit some day 
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oh I know what you are talking about! haha. Yes, you must!
Megan recently posted..Famous Faces of Norway
Sounds like a great trips with scavenger hunt like spottings of famous folks. That angry baby statue makes me want to run away and grab ear plugs!
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haha I know! He does looks pretty angry
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Great photo of the Angry Baby
My favourite one plus nice post of course, really interesting day 
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Thanks Agness! I like the Angry Baby too
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