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Autumn in Norway, 1 of 3: Oslo

It’s a 5.5 hour drive from Malmköping to my next destination. After assuring the suspicious officer at the border that I didn’t bring any alcohol or cigarettes, I’m welcomed to Norway. I’m staying in Nesodden, a peninsula south of Oslo, for a few days. After getting a quick tour from my host, I’m on my way. Exploring the area. I thought Sweden’s nature was gorgeous..  Around 6.30PM I decide to do some groceries for the next few days. That is, until I find a bar right next to the grocery store.  "To beer or not to beer?"  It’s a Saturday evening, what the heck. I end up enjoying local beers (for the reasonable price of $11 each.. ugh!). There is some alone time, mixed with conversations I have with the bartenders and random guests. Not a lot of dancing, but still a good Saturday night in Nesodden I guess. I’ll worry about breakfast tomorrow. I get up early to visit Oslo. The bus takes me to the ferry, which takes me to the city center. Oslo’s city cent...