Abisko Northern Lights: 7 Ways to See the Aurora in 2023 (Tours & Independently)
Dream of seeing the Northern Lights? Offbeat Abisko in the far north in Sweden’s Arctic Circle won’t disappoint.
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7 Magical Things to Do in Abisko This Winter (2023 Update)
One of the most memorable places I’ve ever visited in my 60-something countries of travel was my trip to Abisko in the winter of 2016. It was before I was even blogging, but visiting Swedish Lapland in winter all covered in snow still remains one of the top travel highlights of the last decade or … Read more
10 Reasons to Travel to Sweden in Winter
Don’t be put off by the snow – Sweden is a magical place to visit in the winter, and you’ll be one of the few tourists there!
13 Wonderful Things to Do in Stockholm in Winter
Stockholm in winter is pure magic — here are all the best things to do on your next trip there!
Lapland Packing List: What to Pack for a Cozy Winter Trip to Lapland
If you’re planning a trip to the Nordics in winter, you may be a little overwhelmed when it comes to what to pack for Lapland. Between the freezing cold weather and outdoor activities you’ll be doing, you’ll need to pack smartly in order to have a good time. You’ll need the right combination of clothing … Read more
Stockholm to Turku Ferry: From Sweden to Finland By Boat
It’s a bit weird to admit this as a travel blogger, but I have a nasty (and growing) fear of flying. And not just the flying itself, but everything associated with it: oversleeping and missing a morning flight, physically getting to the airport, the anxiety of being in the airport. Basically, any which way I … Read more
15 Useful Things to Know About the Northern Lights in Sweden
One thing that tops many travelers bucket lists is a trip up to the Arctic for a chance at glimpsing the beautiful, mysterious Northern lights that dance across the night sky. If you are planning a trip to chase the Northern lights in Sweden, you likely have a lot of questions: How much will it … Read more
Sweden Packing List: What to Wear in Sweden in Winter (From Stockholm to Lapland)
If the idea of visiting Northern countries like Sweden in the winter seems overwhelming and you have no idea what to pack for Sweden in winter… don’t worry, it’s actually a lot less daunting than you think. I found that I actually didn’t need much that I didn’t already have when I did my research … Read more
10 Quirky & Stylish Hostels in Stockholm
Don’t want to pay through the nose on your trip to Stockholm? Here are the best budget hostels in the city!