Åre in Sweden: the best things to do in the summer
The village of Åre is one of the most popular winter sports destinations in Sweden. But did you know that you can also do all sorts of things there in the summer? Åre is located in the middle of the mountains and around it there are several beautiful places that are worth seeing. I’ll tell you what you can do in Åre in the summer. Hej hej! My name is Antonette and in 2023 I moved from The Netherlands to Sweden. On my website, you will only find firsthand information, written by a local. Enjoy! Åre (pronounced as Oore) is located halfway between the city of Östersund and the Swedish-Norwegian…
What to do in Växjö in Sweden
Växjö is located in the middle of the Småland region and is known as “the greenest city in Europe”. It’s not just a marketing slogan: the city has been working on sustainability, local food and green mobility for decades. But apart from that ambition, Växjö is above all a surprisingly nice destination for those who love nature, culture and typical Swedish conviviality. Whether you are traveling through southern Sweden or staying in Småland for a few days, this city is definitely worth a visit. There is enough to see in Växjö to keep you entertained for a few hours. Below I list the best sights in Växjö: My favorite place in…
Fika in Stockholm: my 5 favorite places
Looking for a nice place for a fika in Stockholm? That’s not very difficult. The Swedes love drinking coffee, conviviality and cozy cafes. A place for a fika is never far away. However, the fika is less than a coffee break at work or wherever you are at the time. The fika stands for relaxing, catching up with others and enjoying the pleasures of life. You sometimes do a fika twice a day, in the morning and in the afternoon. These are my favorite places in Stockholm for a fika! Curious what a fika is? Then read this article “what is fika?“. Hey! My name is Antonette and I have…
Vilhelmina in Sweden: this is what you can do there
Vilhelmina is a town in the province of Västerbotten län in Swedish Lapland. After Dorotea, this is the second place of significance that you will encounter as soon as you drive into Lapland from the south on the E45. Although it only takes you five minutes to cross the town, it is definitely worth a stop as there are some fun things to see and do. In this article I will tell you more about it! Hey! My name is Antonette and I have been living in Swedish Lapland since the summer of 2023. On my site you will therefore find a lot of tips and facts written by a…
Dorotea in Sweden: this is what you can do there
Doorea is a village in Southern Lapland and… my hometown! Let me be honest, during my trips to the north of Sweden I actually passed Dorotea by default. Or rather: I drove through it (because the E45 runs right through the village) without stopping. Dorotea is simply not a bustling village with plenty to do for tourists. However, there are a number of sights worth seeing if you want to stop here. I have collected them for you in this article. Hey! My name is Antonette and I have been living in Swedish Lapland since the summer of 2023. On my site you will therefore find a lot of tips…
What to do in Arvidsjaur in Sweden
When you cross the border between Våsterbottens län and Norbottens län via the E45, the first place of significance you come across is the town of Arvidsjaur. Although you may want to drive further into nature as quickly as possible, Arvidsjaur does have a number of nice sights that are worth a stop. In this article I will tell you more about what you can do in Arvidsjaur in Swedish Lapland. This article first appeared in 2023 and was updated in 2025 after my most recent visit to Arvidsjaur in July 2025. Arvidsjaur has less than 5,000 inhabitants and is located on the banks of the Arvidsjaursjön. The village was…
What to do in Trosa in Sweden
Trosa is a charming coastal town on the east coast of Sweden, about an hour’s drive south of Stockholm. You will find a nice mix of nature, conviviality and charm. I visited Trosa a few years ago just before midsummer and was pleasantly surprised. In this article I will tell you more about what to do in Trosa in Sweden. Hey! My name is Antonette and I have been living in Swedish Lapland since the summer of 2023. On my site you will therefore find a lot of tips and facts written by a local. Enjoy reading! Trosa is a village on the Baltic coast in Södermanland, about 60km south of…
What to do in Solleftea in Sweden
Sollefteå is the capital of the Ångermanland region in northern Sweden. The town is located on the banks of the Ängermanälven and let me be honest, does not have much to offer for tourists. Still, I went there to visit and found some nice sights for you, I will tell you more about them in this article. Sollefteå has about 8,500 inhabitants and claims to be located in the High Coast region. This always sounds a bit strange to me, since Sollefteå is about 50 kilometers inland. That said, Sollefteå is not exactly the most spectacular town in Sweden. In fact, during my first visit (in the summer of 2021)…
Kiruna in Sweden: this is what you can do there
Kiruna is the northernmost city in Sweden and is also known as the city that is being moved. The city has a special character because of the mining industry, which is moving closer and closer to the city. I have been to Kiruna five times now and every time I am there it looks different. In this article I will tell you more about Kiruna and what you can do there. Hey! My name is Antonette and I have been living in Swedish Lapland since the summer of 2023. On my site you will therefore find a lot of tips and facts written by a local. Enjoy reading! Kiruna is the…
What to do in Jokkmokk in Swedish Lapland
Jokkmokk is one of my favorite places in Swedish Lapland. The village has just over 2,500 inhabitants and is located a few kilometers above the Arctic Circle, in the province of Norbottens län. I visit Jokkmokk and the surrounding area at least once every year and I always find something new to see and/or experience. In this article I will tell you everything you want to know about Jokkmokk, including tips for the special Jokkmokk winter market and more! Hey! My name is Antonette and I have been living in Swedish Lapland since the summer of 2023. On my site you will therefore find a lot of tips and facts written…
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