We explain Sweden
Do you like December? I admit it’s not all doom and gloom, it has its moments. But let’s face it, if you have opened this article, chances are that somewhere deep inside you find it challenging, as I do. (Or maybe not so deep? Maybe you wear it on your sleeve. Like I do some […]
“What good is the warmth of summer, without the cold of winter to give it sweetness” John Steinbeck Winter in Sweden, particularly for those hailing from warmer climes, can be a daunting prospect. The bleak wintry climate often spans five or six months and can have a devastating effect on your mental health, particularly if […]
Only during 12 weeks a year, the wildlife sanctuary Måkläppen is open. From November 1 to January 31 you have the chance to explore this nature reserve. And it is worth it! Målkläppen is the home to many birds, but most excitingly, you can observe seals very closely there. Målklappan is located in the southern […]
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?
I have always been a big fan of the olympic games, turning into a couch potato every time they are on. The Winter Olympics however, were only brought to my life when I met my Swedish boyfriend. Born and raised in a warm country, from which very few athletes have participated in the Winter Olympics, […]
Now that the sun is shining a little longer and the snow is finally here in Stockholm, everything seems brighter. It was my first winter here and I must tell you it was difficult. It wasn’t the cold that was harsh but the winter gloom that gets to you. The only remedy is to have endless […]
On December 13th, all over Sweden, the day of St.Lucia is celebrated. There are costumes, candles, lights, buns, drinks, and singing 🙂 So Who Is St.Lucia? Along with the celebration of midsummer, the celebration of St.Lucia is very popular cultural tradition here in Sweden. The idea behind this mythical character is that she has the […]
“There’s not bad weather, only bad clothes”, a Swedish proverb says. Mm… Is that right? The hassle to wrap myself up with infinite layers of clothes, including two pair of socks, waterproof boots, gloves and a hat it’s not something I’m looking forward to. Although I love being outdoors, doing activities close to nature, this […]
I’m 27 years old and I’ve never been a fan of winter sports. I’ve never skied or ice-skated, or done any other winter-related sports. I like snow when I’m in my warm house with a cup of hot chocolate. So you can imagine my struggle during my first winter in Sweden! The problem is not the cold […]
When you are living in a new country you might see yourself doing things you have never done before and using certain objects you didn’t need to use previously. That’s expected I guess. Moving to another country involves a lot of changes and it makes you acquire new habits or to do things in a […]