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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!

Ice climbing in Iceland
Iceland, Outdoors

Ice climbing in Iceland: the best tours and climbing spots

Iceland is the ideal location for ice climbers seeking a combination of natural splendour, excitement and challenge.  Ice climbing is…

Language and culture, Sweden

What is Swedish death cleaning? Döstädning explained

Döstädning, or death cleaning, may sound like a morbid subject. After all, death is one of the inevitable things which…

Scandinavia

The 12 best Scandinavian islands to visit

It’s no surprise that tourists who visit Scandinavia are attracted to the big cities and blissful countryside.  Although cities such…

Copenhagen

Copenhagen art museums: the best galleries and studios to visit

Copenhagen may not be the first place that comes to mind when thinking of art destinations, but truth be told,…

Finland, Things to do in Finland

6 of the best snowmobile tours in Rovaniemi, Finland

Near the Arctic Circle in Finnish Lapland, Rovaniemi is one of the most popular spots for winter snowmobiling tours. And…

Finland, Language and culture

Is Finland a socialist country?

Finland is often held up as a model of success. With universal health care and an overall high standard of…

Language and culture, Norway

Norwegian last names: a simple guide

Norwegian last names have a fascinating history. They can tell a story about a person’s ancestors, where they came from…

Kiruna

7 of the best snowmobile tours near Kiruna, Sweden

Kiruna, way up high in Sweden’s north, is a great destination for winter sports activities, with snowmobiling being one of…

Language and culture

Nordic aliens: what are they and are they real?

Whether or not you believe in aliens, it can be fun to entertain the idea of the vastness of the…

Language and culture

Danish last names: how do they work?

Interested in Danish last names and their meanings? Or maybe you just want to discover some cool Danish surnames that…

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    • Denmark
      • Copenhagen
      • Aalborg
      • Aarhus
      • Odense
    • Finland
      • Helsinki
      • Porvoo
      • Turku
    • Greenland
    • Iceland
      • Reykjavík
    • Sweden
      • Stockholm
      • Gothenburg
      • Malmö
      • Lund
      • Swedish Lapland
      • Central Sweden
    • Norway
      • Oslo
      • Bergen
      • Northern Norway
      • Southern Norway
      • Trondheim
    • Lapland
    • More destinations
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    • Itineraries
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    • Scandinavian country guide
    • Discount passes
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  • Places to stay
    • Our top picks
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    • Hostels
    • Camping
    • Igloo hotels
  • Tours
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    • Finnish Lapland
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