Scandinavia is known to have some harsh winters, from the cold temperatures to the extended lack of sunlight. I mean, several sections of Scandinavia that are in the Arctic Circle. However, people have lived here for centuries and many love and look forward to the winters. For Scandinavians, winters and the extreme weather does not…
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The Swedish Right of Public Access Law
I was recently reading the book There’s No Such Thing as Bad Weather by Linda Åkeson McGurk. She is a Swedish-American mom who talks about the differences between raising kids in the U.S. vs Sweden. One of the main differences she emphasizes is the time spent outdoors and our relationship to nature. Swedes believe that…
The Regions of Sweden: How Big Is It Really?
Sweden rarely came on my radar, so when I discovered I was moving there, I became curious about the country’s geography. I wanted to know the different regions of Sweden, major cities, and how big it is, really? Read about 11 iconic winter activities to do in Sweden. 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…
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….
Two Factors for How Sweden is the Most Sustainable Country in the World
Sweden is the most sustainable country in the world. For decades they have been paving the way for environmental action. In fact, they were the first country to pass an Environmental Protection Act back in 1967. They are also the highest recyclers in the world – read more about that here. I was more than…