The weather in Sweden: this is what you need to know
I can tell you one thing about the weather in Sweden: “there’s no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing.” This saying actually applies to all of Scandinavia and after living in Sweden for three years now I can indeed say that good clothing is a must when traveling in Sweden. In this article I will share my observations about the weather in Sweden and what to expect when you choose Sweden as your holiday destination. 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! In large parts…
Swish – this is it and this is what you can do with it!
Swish is a term that you will regularly encounter during your trip in Sweden. But, what exactly is it? And what can you do with it as a tourist? In this article I will explain to you what Swish is and why, unfortunately, you cannot do much with it as a tourist. 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! Swish is a Swedish payment system that is linked to your Bank ID and your telephone number. It’s an electronic way of paying via your mobile phone. With…
Mosquitoes in Sweden: this is how I deal with them
Ohhh the mosquitoes in Sweden… they can really mess up your vacation. At least, if you let them. If you travel to Sweden in the summer, there’s a good chance that you will have to deal with mosquitoes. I’m often asked how I deal with them and the answer is not easy. My main answer would be: I decide not to let them ruin my time outside. Fortunately, there is good news because there are not many mosquitoes every year and there are remedies that help against itching, but also things you can do yourself to prevent mosquito bites. In this article I will tell you everything I have learned…
Lapland in summer: things to see, route and useful tips
Are you going to Lapland in the summer? Then there’s a number of things to take into account before you go. I have been living in Swedish Lapland since 2023, so I can tell you a lot from my own experience. In this article I will tell you everything about summer in Lapland, the highlights you should not miss and what you should consider when planning your trip. Enjoy reading and I hope you’ll find some inspiration from it! 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! I…
Summer in Sweden: 7 things you need to know before you go
Summer in Sweden is the time every Swede looks forward to the other nine months of the year! Because summer in Sweden means long days, lots of light, festivals and parties and fun things happening everywhere. But also… mosquitoes! And not being able to sleep because of the daylight. And possibly even a fire ban due to the risk of forest fires. I have spent every summer in Sweden for the past eight years (and moved to Swedish Lapland in the summer of ’23) and in this article I have collected my very best tips for things you probably didn’t realize about what summer in Sweden can also be like…
Berry picking in Sweden: this is what you need to know
Today I will tell you all about berry picking in Sweden. One of the awesome things about Sweden in the summer is that you can pick delicious berries and better yet: put them straight into your mouth. Believe me, once you have tasted the real blueberries as they grow here in nature, you really don’t want the farmed berries anymore. In the summer and early autumn, picking berries is one of my favorite activities and I try to spend every free hour I have in nature and come home with at least one container full of berries. In this article I will tell you more about the most common berries…
What is a fika? Find it out here!
What is a fika?
Ferry Kiel – Gothenburg with Stena Line: my experiences!
The ferry Kiel – Gothenburg was my way to travel to Sweden when I did not yet live in Sweden. I have taken it several times in the past and although it is not cheap, it remains magical for me to go to sleep at night in Germany and wake up the next morning in Sweden. In this article I share my experiences with the crossing Kiel – Gothenburg (and vice versa) and I will tell you my tips. 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…
Norway or Sweden? Tips for making your choice!
Are you unsure about a holiday in Norway or Sweden this summer? Here you will find everything you want to know about both destinations. I live in the north of Sweden and travel to Norway at least 2-3 times every summer, so I can tell you a lot about both countries. In this article I discuss which of the two countries is more expensive, whether Norway or Sweden is better with a camper, how busy it is and more. Enjoy this article and I hope you find it useful! Hey! My name is Antonette and I have been living in Swedish Lapland since the summer of 2023. On my site…
Camping in Sweden is disappointing? Not after reading these tips!
“Hello Antonette, camping in Sweden is disappointing. What to do?” I received this message from a reader last summer. And I also hear this more often. And that’s a shame, because it doesn’t have to be this way. Of course, I don’t have a ready-made solution if you find camping in Sweden disappointing, but I can give you some tips. Both when preparing for your trip and when you are already traveling. Here they come! 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…
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