Sweden is the land of the midnight sun; of fika (more than just a coffee break); of elegant simplicity; of midsummer spent dancing around a maypole; of water, islands and woods; and much more.
Imagine you are sitting on a white wooden chair, enjoying a sponge cake with strawberries and cream. A sea gull stands next to some bright purple flowers, looking at you (or maybe your cake). Across a small bay is a bright yellow fisherman’s hut and a dark red wooden house with pale shutters. Boats bob … Read more
Vaxholm is the Capital of the Stockholm Archipelago and makes the perfect day trip from Stockholm and a great base from which to explore the outer islands. There are multiple ways to get from Stockholm to Vaxholm. This guide outlines all of the options and provides full details, the pros and cons and how long … Read more
