Stretch those legs! Reviving winter walks

2 years ago
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After demolishing that julbord, stuffing yourself with pepparkaka and nearly drowning in glögg, perhaps it’s time to go for a…

Not so fast but furious

3 months ago

It’s that time of year again when we visit car mechanics to have those little jobs done before winter hits.…

Your guide to autumn fun in Skellefteå (and Umeå)

3 months ago

Explore Skellefteå’s top destinations for kids during the November half-term break. Whether your little ones are into science, arts, or…

How to get a Swedish snowmobile license

3 months ago

Say what you will about Norrland’s long winters, but they do provide ample opportunity to have some snowmobile fun. If…

Bargain half-term Halloween fun for kids

3 months ago

There’s no more classic Halloween image than a glowing jack-o’-lantern perched in a window or on a porch, setting a…

Starting a business in Sweden

3 months ago

Starting a business always involves a few hurdles – and even more so when you’re living in a foreign country.…

Neighbours, everybody needs good neighbours…

3 months ago

Getting to know your neighbours The Swedish notion of the neighbourhood (grannskap) can appear rather paradoxical at first glance —…

Midsummer Madness

6 months ago

Leaving behind the dark winter months of snow, and the dancing Northern Lights, we welcome the luscious fluorescent green of…

Ten awkward mistakes you must avoid at a Swedish summer party

6 months ago

The season of Norrland summer parties is upon us. Attending social events in a new country can be fraught with…

Summer eats: 10 scenic foodie spots

7 months ago

As the summer season arrives, enjoying a meal outdoors with a spectacular view becomes an essential experience. While delicious food…

Your guide to having fun this summer

8 months ago

Elle Vanes moved to Skellefteå in 2020 and, by summer 2021, had a long list of places she wanted to…