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…
7 Destination Ideas for Female Solo Travel in the U.S.
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?
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…
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….