Renting a car in Sweden
Sweden is a great country to drive in, with some of the safest roads in the world. The whole experience…
Getting around Scandinavia
One of the first things you’ll notice when travelling around Scandinavia is how great the public transport system is. Buses are surprisingly comfortable (some offer free wifi) and long-distance trains have a wonderful knack for being on time, even in snowy winter weather.
Flights within Scandinavia tend to be expensive but overland transport is surprisingly cheap, especially if you’re armed with an Interrail or Eurail pass. Scandinavia has some of the world’s safest roads, so unless you’re heading into downtown Stockholm at rush hour, driving is almost always a pleasure.
If you fancy something a little more challenging, consider exploring by bike – the whole region is geared up for cyclists in summer, and you’ll find bikes for rent everywhere you go.
Taking a taxi in Stockholm
With great opportunities for cycling and a public transport network that’s quick, convenient, and surprisingly good value, Stockholm is an…
Driving in Sweden: what you need to know
The statistics show that Sweden is an extremely safe country for motorists, but there are a few dangers to watch out…
Riding the Blue Train in Sweden
The Blue Train is a cool, retro alternative to Sweden’s usual high-speed trains, with a laid-back piano bar and a fancy restaurant onboard. Here’s what you can expect!
Interrailing around Sweden
Forget bumpy bus rides and overpriced domestic flights: if you want to see Sweden comfortably, cheaply and with a can…
Getting from Kiruna to Narvik
The trip from Kiruna to Narvik, just across the Norwegian border, is one of northern Sweden’s most beautiful journeys. The route…
Skip the subway with our Stockholm walking map
Stockholm’s subway system is usually quick and reliable, but it isn’t always the best option for getting around the city…
Getting from Stockholm to Gothenburg
It’s one of the most-travelled routes in the country, linking the Swedish capital with the west coast’s biggest city. But the trip…
The ferry from Stockholm to Helsinki
Although it’s a couple of hundred miles away, the Finnish capital Helsinki is surprisingly easy to reach from Stockholm and…
Gothenburg to Copenhagen
Although it’s a bit of a slog and involves an international border crossing, the 315km journey from Gothenburg to Copenhagen…