Magnificent mountains, mesmerising lakes, snowy peaks – and a good chance of spotting reindeer or even bears. If you thought you’d have to travel far above the Arctic Circle to experience these things in Scandinavia, think again. The Wilderness Road in Sweden (Vildmarksvägen) is the country’s highest paved road and takes you right through some
Looking for things to do in Gotland? This idyllic island, located about 90km off the mainland in the Baltic Sea, is Sweden’s top summer getaway. With sandy beaches, charming fishing villages, and scenic countryside, Gotland offers a perfect mix of relaxation and adventure. Each summer, Swedes flock here in holiday mode, giving the usually tranquil
The Swedish capital is famously expensive. But we’ve still managed to create this epic guide showing 110 cheap and free things to do in Stockholm. Gamla Stan, Stockholm’s Old Town / Andreas M (CC) Whether you want to go gallery hopping or get behind the wheel of the nation’s newest cars. Or you simply want to dress up
Nobis Hospitality Group recently announced plans to open a new wellness destination in Stokholm this autumn. Hagastrand, set by the waters of Brunnsviken in Stockholm’s royal park, Haga, will offer space for wellness, meetings and social connection. With 215 rooms and a 2,500sqm spa, Hagastrand will blend a connection with nature with contemporary Scandinavian design
Home to towering mountains, huge lakes, dense forests, open grasslands, gushing rivers and thundering waterfalls – the national parks in Sweden are a joy to visit. Sunrise in Sarek – the wildest of all national parks in north Sweden / Ville Palmu Swedish national parks vary from vast swathes of remote wilderness to smaller
Like fika, sweating away life’s problems in a baking-hot sauna is an essential part of the Swedish experience. And the health benefits of the Swedish sauna are much talked about. But many foreign visitors are not used to baring all in front of other people. So the whole thing can feel a little… awkward. Avoid
With its trendy cafés, retro boutiques and arty atmosphere, Södermalm is the coolest district of Stockholm. Södermalm, Stockholm’s coolest district / Routes North Technically an island, Södermalm is bang in the centre of the city. It’s connected to the mainland (and nearby islands) by a series of bridges. Popular with artists and young Stockholmers, it’s
