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Valborg – a Swedish tradition steeped in dark history

30 April 2023 By The Newbie Team 1 Comment

One of Sweden’s many traditions; Valborg is celebrated on the 30th of April. The significance of the event has changed dramatically over the years and yet it is still an important part of the Swedish calendar.

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Swedish business culture and what you need to know

28 April 2023 By The Newbie Team Leave a Comment

When you hear the word business culture, does your mind go to business deals, people in suits, contracts and money transfers? Mine does. But business culture is much more. It is also about relationships with coworkers and bosses, interactions with clients and how to create a smooth work day.  If you have worked for a […]

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All you need to know about Easter in Sweden

14 April 2023 By The Newbie Team 2 Comments

When do you give out Easter candy in Sweden? This is a question a lot of newbie parents ask themselves around this time of year. Well, let’s fill you in. Easter in Sweden is a great mixture of tradition, fun, dressing-up and eating enormous amounts of candies. As you probably know, Sweden is a secular […]

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Where to shop second-hand stuff in Lund?

14 April 2023 By The Newbie Team Leave a Comment

Second-hand shops in Lund are good friends of mine 😊 As a country that is eager to create a zero waste society, second-hand items are highly valued in Sweden. It goes beyond lifestyle and has become an essential part of Swedish everyday life. Swedes have been said to have a deeply rooted habit of selling […]

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The Sweden recycle guide: Waste Sorting and Disposal

11 April 2023 By The Newbie Team 14 Comments

The Sweden recycle guide is your friend, trust me. Recycling in Sweden is a common practice in Sweden. However, it may come as a culture shock to a newbie. You will notice that the bins at your home, office, school, or even on the walkway have different labels. As a result, you may find it […]

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Exploring the Future of Online Casinos: Advances in Technology and Changing Consumer Behavior

31 March 2023 By The Newbie Team Leave a Comment

The best online casinos are constantly seeking and implementing advanced technological developments to attract customers accustomed to modern comforts. The constant evolution of the online gambling market at NetEnt Casino is mesmerizing. Online gambling platform providers are often the first in their industry to master and implement new technologies. Thus, online poker rooms, bingo sites […]

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Moving to Sweden? Here are 5 great posts to get you started

16 March 2023 By The Newbie Team Leave a Comment

Are you moving to Sweden? Or have you in fact already moved and are feeling a bit dazed and confused? Here are 5 great posts that will make your Swedish life so much easier. Moving to Sweden is “fabulous, terrifying, the best thing I have ever done, the worst thing I have ever done, quiet, […]

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Second-Hand Shops in Södermalm

14 March 2023 By The Newbie Team

Sweden is a top scorer when it comes to sustainability: from waste separation, e-cars and a great consciousness about the environment. This engagement seems to have no limit, and it also spreads on to a responsible way of handling used goods. Especially Stockholm seems to be a pioneer, and this rings true in the many […]

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Happy birthday Swedish style

8 March 2023 By The Newbie Team 4 Comments

Ever experienced a Happy Birthday Swedish style? I recently celebrated a big birthday party and discovered the various ways to congratulate someone in Swedish. There is, in fact, an array of ways to say it, some obvious and some frankly odd. How to say happy birthday in Swedish The most common way is ‘grattis på […]

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How Does Laundry Work in Sweden?

24 February 2023 By The Newbie Team 8 Comments

I know what you’re thinking…why the fuss about laundry? Well, washing your clothes in Sweden is a big deal. Apartment living: No washer/dryer? Options: buy or use a communal laundry room. Written by Ezinne Edet In sunny countries, garment care isn’t a big plan; abundant sunshine simplifies year-round clothes upkeep. Pack, wash, rinse, line-dry; hours […]

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Looking for a business development manager and part owner

23 February 2023 By The Newbie Team Leave a Comment

The Newbie Guide to Sweden is growing which means that we are looking for a business development  manager and part owner to join the Newbie Guide to Sweden team. Are you the right person? What we offer Before you apply it is important that you are aware that the Newbie Guide to Sweden is a […]

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Raising a multilingual child in Sweden

20 February 2023 By The Newbie Team Leave a Comment

Raising a multilingual child in Sweden, or anywhere for that matter, is a long, but rewarding adventure. Many newbie families in Sweden consider it a challenge, but in lots of regions around the world multilingualism is something natural and common. Multilingualism is a great gift that can be given to your child and it is […]

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