Finnish girl names: the best girls’ names from Finland!
Looking for an unusual name for your newborn? Why not check out some Finnish baby girl names? Finland has a…
What is Helsinki syndrome?
You’ve probably heard of Stockholm syndrome. But what the heck is Helsinki syndrome? “Helsinki syndrome” is a term you’ll sometimes…
Cool Viking boy names and their meanings
Choosing a name with Viking roots is a great way to honour Nordic heritage while offering your child a sense…
Surströmming: trying Sweden’s stinky ‘rotten’ fish
Curious about surströmming (fermented herring)? Check out our guide to trying the world’s stinkiest food!
Sweden vs Switzerland: What’s the Real Difference?
For most Europeans, the difference between Sweden vs Switzerland is obvious. They are two separate countries, each with their own…
Lofoten Islands: 6 of the best winter tours
If you’re looking for remote white sand beaches, colourful fishing villages and rugged mountains dropping sheer into the sea, you…
Fun in the snow: the best winter tours in Sweden
Winter may not be the warmest time to visit Sweden, but if you fancy visiting in the snowy season there’s…
Visiting Norway in autumn: is it worth it?
While it’s true that summer is the peak time to visit, an autumn visit to Norway can be equally, if…
Sweden vs Norway, which one should you visit?
So you’re thinking of a trip to Scandinavia, but don’t know where to go: Sweden vs Norway? They are both…
Where to see the northern lights in Scandinavia
It’s the season for chasing aurora! One of the highlights of any trip to Scandinavia is to see the northern…