Steve Vickers, Author at Routes North

Steve Vickers

British journalist Steve Vickers has researched and written more than 15 guidebooks across Europe and Asia. He’s written about Scandinavia for Rough Guides, The Times, The Washington Post, The Guardian and many more, and has spent the past 12 years exploring Scandinavia in search of the perfect cinnamon bun. He’s married to a Swede (an actual Swedish person, not a root vegetable) and he speaks Swedish with an English accent.

Language and culture

Viking rune translator: turn your text into runes

Want to turn your name or a short phrase into Viking runes? Our Viking rune translator lets you instantly convert…

Planning a trip to Sweden

Best time to visit Sweden: weather, seasons and travel tips

Wondering about the best time to visit Sweden? The answer depends on what kind of trip you’re planning. From long…

rails with blue train in old town stockholm

Getting around Scandinavia, Stockholm, Stockholm moving on

Getting from Arlanda Airport to Stockholm city

So, you’ve landed! Our guide has tips on the fastest and cheapest option for getting from Stockholm’s Arlanda Airport to the city centre.

Language and culture

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…

Language and culture

Scandinavian dog names: fun ideas for your puppy

Scandinavian dog names are a popular choice for good reason. Inspired by Nordic nature, mythology and everyday life, they’re often…

SAS airplane in snow with trees in background

Getting around Scandinavia, Stockholm

Surviving a layover at Stockholm Arlanda Airport

Stockholm is Scandinavia’s largest city, and many travellers pass through Arlanda Airport while changing flights. If you find yourself with…

a row of colourful huts by the sea with boats

Gothenburg, Gothenburg see and do, Itineraries

The Best Day trips from Gothenburg

Gothenburg is perfectly placed for easy escapes — from quiet fishing villages and wild islands to cosy towns and forest-filled…

Language and culture, Things to do in Sweden

Christmas in Sweden: the ultimate guide

Snowy rooftops, flickering candles and the warm smell of freshly baked gingerbread wafting across the streets: Sweden does…

Language and culture, Sweden

Cool Swedish boy names and their meanings

Looking for something unusual to call your newborn baby boy? Well, Swedish boy names are having a bit of a…

Itineraries, Stockholm

Stockholm on a Budget: 110 Free and Cheap Things to Do

The Swedish capital is famously expensive. But we’ve still managed to create this epic guide showing 110 cheap and free things to…