Decorating your space can truly make it feel lived in and like a home. But when you’re new to a country it can be challenging to know where to buy new items such as furniture and decor. If you are looking for ways to make your home feel more Swedish, we have the details on […]
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What is Jante law in Sweden?
You have probably heard about Jantelagen – translated as the Jante law, governing Swedish society and social relationships. But what exactly is Jante law in Sweden, and what is there to do when you experience the effects of it? In fact, the term is not of Swedish origin It first appeared in the pseudo-autobiographical book […]
Study in Sweden for International Students
What are the requirements for international students to study in Sweden? What does it cost? How to I apply? The questions are many. Sweden is one of the top destinations for study due to its innovative learning, students’ self-development, diverse society and quality living conditions. Furthermore, international students are eligible to work while they study […]
Top 10 furniture and home-decor stores in Stockholm
Scandinavia is famous for its interior design. If you know where to look, you can find many high-quality pieces of furniture at 50% less than its original price for a stunning Scandinavian look. Written by Teenie Fung My top 10 furniture and home decor stores in Stockholm There are many great bargains at shops in […]
Swedish Christmas food and drink
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 […]
Aurora Borealis in Sweden and other winter activities
The northern lights (also known as Aurora Borealis) are the holy grail of skywatching. Magical and mystical. You never really know when, where or if you are going to see them. There are times of the year when the chance of seeing the northern lights is higher, but even so, it is not a guarantee […]
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 […]
