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…

1 year 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?…

1 year 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…

1 year 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…

2 years 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…

2 years 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