The Go Helsinki Card: is it worth buying?
Planning a trip to Finland’s capital city? Then you’ve probably heard about Helsinki’s very own discount pass – the Go…
Finnish Mythology and The Kalevala: the complete guide
Finnish mythology is rich with legends about gods, heroes and other weird and wonderful creatures. And although it hasn’t broken…
The best boat rentals and yacht charters in Stockholm
You may be surprised to learn that Sweden has more islands than any other country in the world, with Norway…
How to say ‘hello’ in Norwegian
For those learning a new language or traveling abroad, finding ways to say ‘hello’ to the locals is the gateway…
How to say ‘I Love You’ in Swedish (and other romantic phrases)
Have you recently found your heart fluttering for a Swedish cutie? Or maybe you simply want to broaden your romance…
How many people speak Swedish?
Swedish is the official language of Sweden and is predominantly spoken throughout Sweden. However, this beautiful Germanic language is spoken…
Getting from Copenhagen to Malmö
Until a couple of decades ago, crossing the water between Copenhagen and Malmö always involved a flight or a ferry…
Norse Paganism: what is it, and what do its followers believe?
Slowly abandoned when Christianity spread throughout Scandinavia, and then forgotten about for centuries, Norse Paganism is making a bit of…
Midsummer in Sweden: 2022 guide
Dancing, feasting, drinking and a seemingly endless supply of sunlight: there’s a lot to like about Midsummer in Sweden. With…
Beginner’s guide to fika in Sweden
The word fika (pronounced ‘fee-ka’) doesn’t translate to English very neatly. However, it is a word that’s worth learning, as…