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Zoe Merchant

Zoe Merchant

Originally from California, Zoe is an avid traveller and a passionate language learner. As a self-taught Swedish speaker, she loves Scandinavian culture and enjoys nothing more than immersing herself in the language and customs of the region. Zoe has traveled extensively through Sweden and Denmark. She has a deep understanding of the nuances of these cultures and is always eager to share her insights with others. Not to mention her love for walking through the streets of Gamla Stan!

A house within a greenhouse
Language and culture, Sweden

The Swedish nature house: living in a greenhouse

Living in a greenhouse might sound like a fairytale to some, but it is actually possible and can be a…

Denmark, Language and culture

Danish girl names: the best female names from Denmark

Looking for a unique and beautiful name for your baby girl? Why not consider some pretty Danish names? Danish girls’…

Tromsø

7 of the best snowmobile tours in Tromsø, Norway

​​Located in Northern Norway, Tromsø is a true winter wonderland that offers some of the best snowmobiling in the world. …

Language and culture

Were there black Vikings? Studies say no

When you think about the Vikings, you might imagine a blonde-haired warrior wielding a battle axe. But this stereotype may…

Stockholm, Sweden

The Vasa Museum in Stockholm: is it worth visiting?

Stockholm’s most visited museum, the Vasa Museum attracts more than a million tourists every year – each one hoping to get…

5 of the best fjord cruises from Bergen
Bergen, Tours in Bergen

5 of the best fjord cruises from Bergen

Set among majestic mountains and home to colourful wooden houses, Bergen is the gateway to Norway’s breathtaking fjords.  The city…

Language and culture

The Viking diet: what did Vikings eat, and was it healthy?

The Vikings, being the tough warriors they were, had a lot on their plate (literally!).  Imagine navigating the harsh northern…

Language and culture, Living and working in Scandinavia

Dating in Sweden: what to expect as a foreigner

There’s a lot to love about Sweden, but navigating the country’s dating scene as a foreigner can be… tricky, to…

Did Vikings really have tattoos?
Language and culture

Did Vikings really have tattoos?

If you believe the old stereotypes, Vikings were violent seafarers who made their enemies shudder. But did they really have…

Viking runes
Language and culture

Viking runes revealed: what they really mean

If you’re a fan of Vikings, Norse mythology or just cool ancient stuff in general, then you’ll want to learn…

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