Red days and squeeze days – or röda dagar och klämdagar – as they are called in Swedish are terms you most definitely will meet as soon as you start working in Sweden OR if you have kids in daycare or school. And trust me, it is very important to know what they are, how […]
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The Ultimate Guide to Pregnancy and Having a Baby in Sweden
It can be very overwhelming to become pregnant in another country and figure out all that you need to know. Where do I find all of the information that I need? What will happen first? Where do I go? What will my appointments be like? How have others experienced giving birth in Sweden? Where do […]
All you need to know about Sweden’s Gambling Authority
Spelinspektionen, also known as the Swedish Gambling Authority, is a state-owned regulatory body. It oversees and regulates gambling activities in Sweden. Advertised by Casinoburst This government agency’s main goal is to ensure a safe, legal and controlled gambling market. It focuses on consumer protection and reducing the harmful effects of gambling. By vigilantly monitoring all […]
The guide to essential apps in Sweden
What are the essential apps in Sweden? Living in a new country, especially one with a different language and culture, can be challenging. However, technology and apps can make settling into life in Sweden much easier. Here are some of the most important and useful apps to help you navigate everyday tasks in Sweden. Apps […]
Vasaloppet, the race of all races
In 2022, Vasaloppet celebrated 100 years and I decided it was time to be a part of it. I can’t ski and cycling 90km would have been relatively easy for me, so I had one choice: running. Yes, you read correctly, I ran the 90 km from Sälen to Mora in one go. I did […]
Puzzling Swedish prepositions
Here at the Newbie Guide we work in an unholy mess of English, Swedish, Spanish, Portuguese and Arabic. So we know first hand the struggle of getting the “small details” of a language right. On top of that we often get emails and messages asking about places and apps to learn Swedish and how to […]
Your World Travel Tips Guide – Essential Insights for Seamless and Memorable Journeys
A journey around the world is a thrilling thought, even more exciting in practice. Every adventure promises new horizons and memories you’ll never forget. However, most trips worthy of your time and hard-earned money are rarely simple. Advertised by Betsafe There are many complexities involved, complexities you should treat with both finesse and ease. So, […]
The guide to famous Swedish pastries
Swedish pastries are a big thing in Sweden. As someone with many sweet teeth, one thing I love about Sweden is its “excuses” to always have something sweet between meals. Thanks to its most celebrated tradition, Fika. It seems to me that despite the lagom value, Swedes are quite into cake and pastry; they even […]
14 things to do after layoffs in Sweden
Layoffs in Sweden are happening a lot right now. In fact there’s a lot of noise about layoffs in the Swedish news right now. Maybe it has already happened to you. If so, try not to worry too much… there’s life after a layoff and in this article, you can find some help. Disclaimer: To […]
The guide to Swedish semla and semla season
A Swedish semla is something you should try at least once. To tell a Swede that you are not a big fan of the bun semla (semlor in plural) – might be considered sacrilegious and semlor are sold pretty much everywhere during January and February. But what is a semla, why is it such a […]
Moving to Sweden with pets
For most of you, moving to Sweden with pets is essential. However, you should be aware that there are certain rules that need to be followed. We’ve gathered essential information, so you can happily move with your furry friend to Sweden. Disclaimer: To keep The Newbie Guide free, we use affiliate links (marked with *) […]
How to get a baby box in Sweden
A free baby box in Sweden is something most parents to be, are very familiar with. Shopping for your new baby is an exciting and a fun part of being pregnant. Imagine yourself go to a baby shop and see all those cute Scandinavian designs, how can you resist the temptation? Well… Wait until you […]