

A day trip to Vaxholm – Stockholm archipelago
Summertime in Stockholm is perfect for exploring the archipelago. With almost 30,000 islands and regular ferries to most, choosing the perfect island can be difficult. Last weekend, I had visited Grinda – a really pretty and quiet island about two hours away. This time, K was also coming along and we decided that Vaxholm, also known as the capital of the archipelago, would be a … Continue reading A day trip to Vaxholm – Stockholm archipelago

Archipelago day trip – Grinda
The Stockholm archipelago is the largest in Sweden, consisting of almost 30,000 islands! So whilst a trip to the archipelago is easy to do, choosing the perfect island may not be. Thankfully for me, I didn’t have to choose as I just decided to tag along with some friends who were already headed to the charming island of Grinda. Located just an hour and forty … Continue reading Archipelago day trip – Grinda

Crayfish party – a unique Swedish experience
Kräftskiva or crayfish party is a unique summer tradition that the Swedes partake in. Every year in the month of August, people of all ages get together all across Sweden to enjoy an evening of crayfish, pies and schnapps while wearing silly hats and singing funny songs! K and I were lucky to have been invited to one such party this Saturday. I was extremely … Continue reading Crayfish party – a unique Swedish experience

Best dog-parks in Stockholm
Having been in Stockholm now for almost three months, I’m beginning to realise that the city and the country are indeed quite dog friendly. Initially, in one of my earlier posts, I hadn’t been very convinced but now I’m a happy convert. Almost every other household in Sweden tends to have a pet, mostly dogs and cats, with a smattering of birds, rabbits and maybe … Continue reading Best dog-parks in Stockholm