Some little tips & tricks for Svalbard
Okay here are a few tips and tricks I could think of that are useful to know for your stay at Svalbard. Student housing If you like it comfier in terms of your room, choose Sjøskrenten. However, it has a hospital touch and you share the kitchen with 20 to 30 other people, which is a constant mess! Also, hair – hair everywhere (electrostatics are strong there). Make sure to bring some slippers, two pairs are better (one for UNIS). One the upside, you’re two minutes away from university. And you are next to the student equipment handout and the bike workshop. On the other hand, Nybyen is where social life is happening; parties, hikes and other trips. Downside, the barracks are old. You hear everything, the rooms are tiny, and you walk 40 minutes each way. If you wish to change like I did, go by the Samskipnaden office, opening hours till 11:30 am. Take the staircase by the canteen, 2 nd floor to your left. There you can ask for a new contract in another place. St...