The most popular Swedish names for men, women, boys and girls
Giving your child a Swedish name is very popular at the moment. Maybe it conjures up the image of a…
What is the Scandinavian Peninsula?
You may well know that the Scandinavian Peninsula is a geographic term that refers to a landmass in northern Europe….
The Valkyrie symbol: what is it, and what does it mean?
One of the best known symbols of ancient Norse mythology, the Valkyrie symbol is a sign of female power and…
Icelandic girl names – the best girls’ names from Iceland
Are you looking for an unusual name for your newborn baby, that’s a bit different and suggests strength and an…
What is Finland famous for?
Think of Finland, and it’s probably lakes, forests, saunas and reindeer that spring to mind. But there’s so much more…
The coolest Viking hairstyles (with pictures!)
Influenced perhaps by the long-running Vikings TV series and the Thor superhero films, the ‘Viking’ look is certainly having a…
How to become a Norwegian citizen
In January 2020, Norway implemented a new dual citizenship law which has led to a surge of applications in recent…
How big is Finland?
Think of Finland and what comes to mind? Lakes and saunas probably – and yes, Finland does have some 180,000…
What is a Swedish smörgåsbord?
Who doesn’t love a Swedish smörgåsbord? This tempting table groaning full of tasty hot and cold dishes is a treat…
Fun in the snow: the best winter tours in Sweden
Winter may not be the warmest time to visit Sweden, but if you fancy visiting in the snowy season there’s…