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Discover the best of Stockholm, Gothenburg and Malmö through the eyes of a local – with personal tips and the best ways to book your next trip to Sweden. If you have any questions about Sweden as you plan your journey, feel free to contact me.

Top 12 Stockholm Must-Sees: The Ultimate Guide for 2026

Stockholm
Whether you’re visiting during the golden sun of summer or the cozy, candlelit days of winter, Stockholm is a city that never fails to...

A Local’s Guide to Malmö Central Station: History, Food, and Seamless Travel

Malmö
Malmö Central Station is far more than just a transit hub - it is the perfect introduction to the city's unique blend of historic...

Green Oases in the City: A Complete Guide to Malmö’s Most Beautiful Parks

Malmö
Malmö is often celebrated for its coastal vibes, but its inner-city parks are the true green lungs where locals go to recharge. From historic...

Ribersborgsstranden: How to Spend the Perfect Day at Malmö’s Five-Kilometer Beach

Malmö
There are few places that capture the essence of a Nordic summer quite like Malmö's main coastline. Known affectionately by the locals as "Ribban,"...

Deep-Sea Swims, Skate Action, and “Titanic Feeling”: Discover Malmö’s Active Waterfront

Malmö
Over the nearly three decades I have spent living, working, and traveling in Sweden, I have watched the remarkable transformation of Malmö's most modern...

Shopping in Malmö: Why Emporia is a Must-Visit Destination

Malmö
When you think of spectacular modern architecture, Sweden might not be the first place that springs to mind - but the stunning Emporia shopping...

Exploring Gamla Staden – The Historic Soul of Malmö

Malmö
Malmö is a city of stunning contrasts, where the futuristic architecture of Västra Hamnen stands just a short walk away from the cobblestone streets...

The Ultimate Guide to Gothenburg’s Best Museums: From Science to Supercars

Gothenburg
Gothenburg is home to an outstanding collection of world-class museums, presenting everything from interactive tropical rainforests and vintage racing cars to stunning underwater reefs....

Exploring Gothenburg’s Waterfront: A Local’s Guide to Lindholmen and Eriksberg

Gothenburg
Gothenburg is a city deeply tied to the sea, but if you only stick to the historic center, you are missing half the story....

Gothenburg Green Escapes: Slottsskogen Park and the Botanical Garden

Gothenburg
Gothenburg is a city that perfectly balances urban vibes with breathtaking nature, and nowhere is this more evident than in its magnificent green spaces....

Swing into Paradise: Why Sweden is a Golfer’s Best Kept Secret

See and do
Think of world-class golf, and your mind probably drifts to the windswept links of Scotland or the sun-drenched fairways of Augusta. But let me...

Sweden’s Best Rest Areas: A Guide to the Most Scenic Road Trip Pit Stops

Travel info
There is something magical about road tripping through Sweden. The endless forests, the quiet lakes, and the winding asphalt paths that lead you deeper...

Gothenburg’s Ocean Bus: A Splashy Sightseeing Adventure on Land and Water

Gothenburg
Gothenburg is a city defined by water, but nothing prepares you for the moment your tour bus suddenly drives straight into the Göta älv...

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Welcome to Sweden

Sweden offers so many opportunities, whatever kind of holiday you have in mind. Sweden is a country where everyone speaks English. From the deep south to the far north Sweden has a wide variety of climates, activities and scenery.

Sweden is the third largest country in Western Europe. Because of its long, narrow shape and northerly location, the landscape is highly diversified.

From exciting survival camps in the untouched wilderness to relaxing on a cruise in the island-rich archipelago, from standing on the top of a snow-covered mountain to hanging at a bar at one of Europe’s finest nightclubs, whatever your heart desires you will find it here.

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Essential Sweden travel tips 2026

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Stockholm’s best views

Experience the capital from breathtaking new perspectives – from iconic glass gondolas to romantic clifftop paths.

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