31 uniquely Swedish words that don’t work in English
Välkommen to the wonderful world of Swedish words! Some words are easy to translate into English. Others… not so much….
Danish girl names: the best female names from Denmark
Looking for a Danish name for your baby girl? Danish girl names are often short, melodic and rooted in centuries…
Swedish last names: how do they work?
Swedish last names can seem confusing at first. Why do so many people share surnames like Andersson or Johansson —…
What is Scandinavian folk art, and where can you see it?
Scandinavian folk art is colourful, practical and closely tied to everyday life. Unlike fine art displayed in grand galleries, folk…
How tall were the Vikings? Here’s the truth
Vikings are often imagined as towering warriors, far taller and stronger than the people they encountered across Europe. Popular culture…
The Swedish nature house: living in a greenhouse
Living in a greenhouse might sound like a fairytale to some, but the Swedish nature house is actually a great…
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. With…
Were there black Vikings? Studies say no
When you think about the Vikings, you might imagine a blonde-haired warrior wielding a battle axe. Wondering if there were…
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
Set among majestic mountains and home to colourful wooden houses, Bergen is the gateway to Norway’s breathtaking fjords – and…