Swedish Right of Public Access “Allemansrätten” – Freedom to Roam

Swedish freedom Something typically Swedish, if you ask a Swede, is not only köttbullar, lagom and Ikea, but also a special right called “allemansrätten” – the right of public access. The right of public access is written … Read more

Swedish Privacy – What You Can’t Keep Secret When You Live in Sweden

Do you like to share your age with unknown people? Do you mind if anyone can check your results from your previous studies just by calling your university? You answered the afore mentioned question with yes? Well, … Read more

Taxes in Sweden

Taxation in Sweden: Are Swedish Taxes Really that High?

“Swedes love to pay tax” Of course Swedes don’t love to give away money, nevertheless they can appear a bit greedy when it comes to food and alcohol invitations. But then, food and alcohol is expensive … Read more

The Swedes and Alcohol: About Drinking in Sweden (Culture, Law, Prices, Alcoholism)

Sweden is not only known for IKEA, ABBA and Volvo but also for its high alcohol prices. Why does alcohol cost so much in Sweden and what do Swedes generally think about the consumption of … Read more