Want to get your feet wet traveling solo within the US before going abroad? And why not? The U.S. has so many diverse and friendly destinations to choose from. Here are 7 destination ideas for female solo travel in the U.S. based on safety, activities, and friendliness. Of course, you should still take regular precautions in…
The Regions of Sweden: How Big Is It Really?
When I found out I was moving to Sweden, I honestly didn’t know much about it. It rarely came on my radar and I became curious about the country’s geography. I wanted to know the different regions of Sweden, major cities, and know how big is it really? Sweden vs California So naturally, my mind…
6 Very Swedish Christmas Traditions
Since there is no major holiday between Halloween and Christmas in Sweden, all the Christmas cheer and celebration starts right after Halloween on November 1st. I was surprised to see my Swedish city transform overnight into a Christmas wonderland. All the city decorations went up, the storefronts had their display cases decked out in festive…
Hosting an American Thanksgiving in Europe
Deciding to Host After moving abroad, I knew my husband and I couldn’t return to the U.S. for every holiday. Thanksgiving is one that fell through the cracks, so it would be spent in Sweden. Since we’d be here, it was the perfect way to share in the celebration and host an American Thanksgiving for…
16 American Foods and Their Additives That Are Banned in Europe
The European Food and Safety Administration (EFSA) is strict on its food regulations and for good reason. The foods or food additives that the EFSA bans are for three main reasons. These foods can be linked to cancer, heart disease, diabetes, hormone disruptors, and more. Here are 16 American foods that are banned in Europe….
10 Best Asian Restaurants in Knoxville, Tennessee
Asian food is so broad – from Chinese, Sichuanese, Thai, Japanese, Vietnamese, Indian, Laotian, Korean and so many more subsects. Knoxville does have a good amount of Asian food options, but not a ton of one subsect. Therefore, I complied a list of the best all encompassing Asian restaurants when you have that kind of…