Ride yourself to happiness There’s something about riding that makes me happy. It doesn’t require as much effort, as say running, and you get to enjoy the landscape around you as a part of the scenery. Sure, sometimes there’s that hill that kills you, but when you get to the top you are usually rewarded […]
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Eco-travel around Skåne
There is no cheaper place to travel in Sweden during the summer than Skåne. Skåne is the southernmost region (län) of Sweden and it holds the most fertile lands. In addition, there are just so many beautiful places one can visit in the 33 municipalities (kommuner) of Skåne during the summer – at the lowest […]
Explore Sweden’s green areas with Hitta ut
One of the greatest advantages of living in Sweden is the proximity of nature. Even if you live in a big city, there’s certainly more than a forest around. Some are bigger than other ones. Some have trails for walks or runs. Some have elevated points with breathtaking views. All have fresh air and are […]
Volunteer at summer festivals in Sweden
What’s every newbie’s favourite topic in the support groups online? How to make friends in Sweden. All newbies and ‘oldies’ have different stories and ideas, suggestions, and so on. I will share with one my story how to make friends in Sweden before winter: volunteer at summer festivals. During my first summers in Sweden, I […]
A Country Transformed by Summer
As summer has arrived in Sweden, the whole country is transformed. From the landscapes and the colours, to the culture and attitudes. How and why exactly does this happen?
