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…
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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…
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…
How Sweden Figured Recycling Out
Swedes are the highest recyclers in the world. To talk about recycling we also have to mention all streams of waste. This includes food waste, trash, and products that are eligible to be recycled. Only 1% of Sweden’s waste is sent to landfills. Just to reiterate 99% of Sweden’s waste is recycled! There is 52%…
What to do in Västerås, Sweden: The Ultimate Guide
Need some inspiration for what to do in Västerås, Sweden? I’ve got you covered, as someone who currently lives here and has done the majority of activities. Västerås is a quaint and peaceful city with so many fun and unique things to do whether you are here for a day, weekend, or longer. This is…
18 Classic Swedish Foods To Try When Visiting
Most of the classic Swedish foods we see today are due to what was able to grow in the climate for the various seasons. Common foods that grew and were abundant were root vegetables (beets, turnips and onions), cucumbers, milk, cheese, fish, and meat like pork and reindeer. Today, all of these foods are still…