Swedish Christmas food and drink plays a huge part of Christmas in Sweden. And it is of course not unique to Sweden or Christmas. Food and drink is an important part of almost all holidays and celebrations all over the world. And understanding said food and drink is an important step towards understanding the holiday […]
Christmas and Advent traditions in Sweden Explained
Christmas and Advent in Sweden. Is it your first Christmas away from home or are you experienced to the Swedish way of advent and Christmas by now? Few things can make us feel at home as much as traditions which also means that being a part of new traditions in a new country, can be […]
Moving to Sweden with family
So you are moving to Sweden with your family? A moving house event is stressful, so add to that the fact your children are moving abroad and you have a very stressful event for children to handle. However, there is also no doubt that moving abroad can be beneficial too. Moving your family to Sweden can […]
Shopping for baby and kid products in Sweden
Shopping stuff for kids. Eeeerm? My son is almost three and when I got pregnant I was such a novice to all things pregnancy, baby and kid related. I’ve just not had that many kids around me and it wasn’t until I got pregnant that I realized that there is a whole world of things […]
Bicycle holiday in Sweden – Stockholm-Skåne
Written by Elina Nomad Oh, Swedish summer is that part of the year when we try to fit in a million activities in 3 months to compromise with dark winter evenings and Netflix. In this post, I am sharing with you a story about my bicycle holiday in Sweden, from Stockholm to Skåne. Since train […]
How do you change your name in Sweden?
For most people, a name is more than just a word. A name represents not only an existence but an identity. Knowing that, it is easy to understand why a person would want to change their legal name to something that represents them better. What we need to understand now, is how to do so. […]
How to find craftsmen in Sweden
How do you find craftsmen in Sweden? The internet is flooded with the news of IKEA’s purchase of startup TaskRabbit, an on-demand platform for hiring people to do everything from build furniture to stand in line for you at the Apple Store. With IKEA’s backing it’s bound to become a new household name. Written by […]
Swedish Sayings I Wish I Knew Before Moving to Sweden
Swedish sayings can be very “interesting”. Like many other countries, Sweden has plenty of expressions, idioms and sayings rooted in history and tradition. Some of them can be found in other languages, or at least share similar meaning like “Beat around the bush” and “Gå som katten kring het gröt” (English: walks like the cat […]
The Best Halloween Delights in Sweden
How do you celebrate halloween in Sweden? The night when the veil between the worlds of the living and the dead is the thinnest is approaching. The most magical time of the year is knocking on the door. Trick or treat? It’s up to you to decide how to celebrate the turning of the light […]
Tips for Visiting the UK from Sweden on a Budget
Due to its relative proximity, the UK is a popular destination for many expats living in Sweden. Plus, if you’ve already obtained Swedish nationality, you don’t need a visa to visit the UK. However, you might have to apply for a UK ETA depending on your passport. Have a look at the website to get […]
Public toilets in Sweden
Public toilets in Sweden – taboo topic or not? Well, today I want to chat with you about this particular topic. Having lived in three countries and traveled somewhat extensively, I find public toilets to be fascinating. Bathroom, toilet, WC, toalett; call it what you will; we all need them. In Indonesia, I squatted while […]
How to Plan your Swedish Job Search According to Hiring Seasons
How is your Swedish job search going? Sweden is a country known for sometimes doing things different in their hiring rituals, but often these differences are not clear to newcomers. When looking for a job in Sweden, many factors should be taken into consideration – updating your CV and LinkedIn, learning how to interview the […]
