We explain Sweden
Before we know it, December will brighten up our lives again. Although probably cold, with all the lights and festivities around it’s always a warm welcome after an often grey November. Yes, it will be dark before 3 pm, but all the Christmas decorations make it much more bearable. People in the city have already […]
Presented by The Swedish Teacher 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 […]
Over the last month, I have been sharing useful information on how to go from renting to owning an apartment in Stockholm as a Newbie. On this last part, I will let you know how to make the offer and be the owner of your first place. You can find Part 1 here, Part 2 […]
I live in Berga in Linköping and I have no family here. It was really hard for me to adapt to all the changes, especially for a first-time mother. Luckily, Sweden is known to be very kid friendly. Parents and parents to be will be interested in knowing that nearly anywhere you go, there is a […]
One of the most challenging things of being a Newbie in Sweden is meeting a local. Even when we are surrounded by them, to actually get in touch with them and share some time doing an activity together sounds almost impossible, however, there is a way to it. The Realization We have all been there, […]
In this series, we have talked about the reasons why you should consider buying an apartment and how to calculate mortgage and downpayment to get the apartment you want. This time, we will talk about how to take advantage of the available tools to find the right place for you. Reality Check #3: Find the right […]
Djurgården is an island in the central area of Stockholm. A beloved destination for locals and tourists where one can find museums, gardens, and many family-friendly activities. Here are some places that you can enjoy during your visit. Biologiska Museet The Museum of Biology offers the visitors the possibility of seeing all kinds of birds and mammals of […]
Buying an apartment is one of the most serious steps in life. It requires a lot of planning, savings and to be as prepared as possible. On this part two of the series, I will talk about the mortgage and downpayment. To read part 1 click here. Know your Purchase Ability. Before rushing into apartment […]
Would you like to join our core team? Then wait no more and get in touch with us right away! The Newbie Guide to Sweden was born as almost five years ago as a side project. Since then, it grows fast into a whole new and exciting platform. We are currently looking for volunteers who […]
Presented by InvidMed Sweden is well known for its internationally renowned health care system and comparatively high level of public health. But personal health can never be taken for granted. Here we will take a closer look at what you can do to maintain your own health and long term fertility. According to the latest […]