Quote by Christopher Heyerdahl

Whenever I travel anywhere, I'm constantly asked if I'm Swedish. It's the burden of most Norwegians. The Swedes have just got a better publicity agent, I think.

Whenever I travel anywhere, I'm constantly asked if I'm Swed

Summary

This quote suggests that when the speaker travels, people often mistake them for being Swedish instead of Norwegian. They humorously attribute this to the Swedes having a better image or reputation that overshadows Norway. It highlights the idea that perception and public image can play a role in how individuals from different countries are perceived by others.

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Travel

By Christopher Heyerdahl

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