Family

Crafting a Norrland Christmas

With Christmas fast approaching, Sandra Marklund offers a thorough guide on how to craft a cozy Norrland festive home. Photographs…

12 months ago

Christmas, the Norrland way

Is this your first festive season in northern Sweden? Not sure what to expect?  The short days getting to you?…

12 months ago

Fun for the whole family this Christmas!

New to town with your family in tow, and want some festive ideas for the whole gang? Nicola Foleher has…

12 months ago

Sweden’s education essentials for newcomer parents

Every education system is different and it pays to know what lies ahead when you first move here with your…

1 year ago

Want to save money and the world? Time to go electric

In Skellefteå, where families need to balance sustainability with the need for practical transport, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) emerge…

1 year ago

How to choose a school

In this guide, we’ll tell you everything you need to know to help find the right school for your kids.…

1 year ago

Having a baby in northern Sweden

Donna Richmond recalls the birth of her twins in Skellefteå and swoons over Swedish healthcare’s ’just the right side of…

1 year ago

Discover Skellefteå’s scenic swim spots

On sizzling summer days, there’s nothing quite like a refreshing dip in a lake, the sea, or any inviting outdoor…

1 year ago

Experience the wonders of summer: These hiking trails are perfect for families!

A family hike is a perfect activity as the weather warms. Our list of Skellefteå hiking trails provides a variety…

1 year ago

The kids are all right

Father of twins, Norrland Living editor Paul Connolly, recalls his initial amazement and gratitude for the Swedish daycare system. As…

2 years ago