The Role of ABBA in Sweden – “Let’s All Sing Along”
Have you ever heard of ABBA? Of course, you did! Stupid of me to even ask that question. In case you didn’t, ABBA is a music band from the 70’s and 80’s which has reached great … Read more
Matthias Kamann
Swedish Travel Culture – Swedes on a Plane
Swedes love their country. But, once in a while, they also love to leave it. Since Swedes are fed up with winter-darkness (as you can read here) they long for warm sunny days. The rarity of those … Read more
Understanding The (Weird) Swedish Beer Classification
Swedes not only drink vodka or filmjölk. Here and there they also like to have a bottle of beer. Preferably from a Swedish brand. Since Swedes are very alcohol conscious, for example they try not to … Read more
Top 3 Swedish Goals in Life: “Villa, Volvo, Vovve”
Swedes are humble people. They don’t show off. Or, if they do they do it in a subtle way. Even the rich and successful Swedes, like for example the members of ABBA, are approachable and … Read more
Swedes Prefer Snus over Cigarettes
People in countries from all over the world have addictions. Most of them are legal. Some eat smelly Cheese (Salut French), others smoke marihuana (looking at you Dutchies). Swedes on the other hand are addicted … Read more
Driving in Sweden: Why You Should Avoid the Moose
Sweden is a large country. When you drive longer distances on a Swedish highway you will notice high fences along the road. Those fences are not only there to prevent wild going hunters from unexpectedly crossing the road but … Read more
Swedish Fashion & Style – How to Dress Like a Swede
Undoubtedly, Swedes have a good sense of fashion. Many centuries ago, Swedes expressed their personality wearing fur, leather and – legend says it – funny helmets with horns. Since then a few things have changed in Swedish wardrobes. Swedes … Read more
Fitness-Conscious Swedes – Off to the Gym
As a new-Swede you not only have to master the Swedish language or start eating kanelbullar (cinnamon buns) in combination with strong coffee during fika-breaks. You also have to get rid of your extra-pounds. You actually don’t have to. Swedes … Read more
Swedes Don’t Work in July – Here is Why
Why work when no one else does? Take your holiday in July During the months of July, whole Sweden seems to go on holiday. Some stores are closed, so are a few hospitals – no reason for … Read more
Why Swedes Love Their Nature
Swedes love to spend their time outside. They enjoy being in touch with the beautiful Swedish nature. But let’s start with some facts about nature in Sweden… Facts about Swedish nature More than half of the country is … Read more
