https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Sweden in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed Sweden has one of the cleanest, greenest capitals in the world. But you don't have to go too far outside the city centre to find some even more magical beauty spots. https://www.thelocal.se/20150520/nine-stunning-hikes-on-stockholms-doorstep Wed, 20 May 2015 09:00:00 +0200 nine-stunning-hikes-on-stockholms-doorstep When the sun comes out, Sweden's capital undergoes a rapid transformation as outdoor bar areas spring open and the city's residents get a boost of energy after the harsh Nordic winter. So where can you guarantee a cool atmosphere as temperatures rise? Here are The Local's top hotspots. https://www.thelocal.se/20150429/ten-unmissable-outdoor-bars-in-stockholm Wed, 29 Apr 2015 07:57:39 +0200 ten-unmissable-outdoor-bars-in-stockholm As summer is here to stay in the Nordics, here are ten tips on how to cool down and look hot, Swedish style. https://www.thelocal.se/20150703/how-to-be-a-cool-swede-in-a-hot-summer Fri, 03 Jul 2015 13:02:18 +0200 how-to-be-a-cool-swede-in-a-hot-summer Already visited Sweden’s tourist hot spots? Don't worry. The Local has asked seven travel experts to nominate the most underrated - yet unmissable - places in the country. https://www.thelocal.se/20151030/swedens-seven-most-underrated-travel-spots Fri, 30 Oct 2015 07:14:47 +0100 swedens-seven-most-underrated-travel-spots The streets of Stockholm and Gothenburg are often jam-packed with tourists, but further afield there are plenty of adorable Swedish towns you've probably never heard of, but which all offer some unique experiences. https://www.thelocal.se/20150506/the-six-cutest-swedish-towns-youve-never-been-to Wed, 06 May 2015 10:28:39 +0200 the-six-cutest-swedish-towns-youve-never-been-to The Local's former northern Sweden correspondent Paul Connolly is shocked so few foreigners know about the summer charms of northern Sweden. Here he suggests five tips to persuade travellers they should change their itineraries. https://www.thelocal.se/20160405/five-reasons-you-must-visit-northern-sweden-in-the-summer Tue, 05 Apr 2016 09:11:13 +0200 five-reasons-you-must-visit-northern-sweden-in-the-summer The Local's Maddy Savage was drawn to Stockholm's beauty, fashion and healthy lifestyle when she moved to the Swedish capital. But after two years getting under the skin of the city, she reflects on the more unusual reasons she's become passionate about her adopted home. https://www.thelocal.se/20160504/nine-surprising-ways-swedens-capital-might-steal-your-heart Wed, 04 May 2016 09:14:53 +0200 nine-surprising-ways-swedens-capital-might-steal-your-heart Taxis, booze and meals might cost more than elsewhere in Europe, but Sweden's capital's a surprisingly easy place to hang out, even if you're short on cash. https://www.thelocal.se/20160420/six-secret-ways-to-do-stockholm-on-a-shoestring Wed, 20 Apr 2016 10:01:58 +0200 six-secret-ways-to-do-stockholm-on-a-shoestring From raving in Stockholm to relaxing Gothenburg's most beautiful gardens, here's our pick of activities to try during the Easter weekend as well as our regular interactive listings. https://www.thelocal.se/20160323/five-egg-cellent-events-in-sweden-over-easter Wed, 23 Mar 2016 16:30:15 +0100 five-egg-cellent-events-in-sweden-over-easter Six ways to bring sunshine into your life in Sweden this week, alongside our regular events listings. https://www.thelocal.se/20160225/how-to-soak-up-summer-vibes-in-sweden-this-week-yes-in-february Thu, 25 Feb 2016 10:00:29 +0100 how-to-soak-up-summer-vibes-in-sweden-this-week-yes-in-february Global media have been called out for exaggerating how dangerous Stockholm's central station is. So where are the real places you should avoid in the Swedish capital? https://www.thelocal.se/20160204/the-eight-real-no-go-zones-in-stockholm Thu, 04 Feb 2016 13:36:39 +0100 the-eight-real-no-go-zones-in-stockholm Many of Sweden's most popular state-owned museums are now free to visit after a change in the law. https://www.thelocal.se/20160202/now-its-free-to-go-to-swedish-museums Tue, 02 Feb 2016 10:50:11 +0100 now-its-free-to-go-to-swedish-museums Winter temperatures putting you off outdoor exercise? Need a spa to cheer yourself up? Here are our favourite spots to swim and sauna in the Swedish capital. https://www.thelocal.se/20160127/splash-and-sweat-stockholms-best-pools-and-saunas Wed, 27 Jan 2016 07:36:55 +0100 splash-and-sweat-stockholms-best-pools-and-saunas It's below fffreezing across most of Sweden at the moment so here are five toasty tips for things to do over the next week as well as our regular listings. https://www.thelocal.se/20160114/the-best-places-to-go-to-warm-up-this-week Thu, 14 Jan 2016 07:50:02 +0100 the-best-places-to-go-to-warm-up-this-week A Syrian Stockholmer who stopped his refugee sister from drowning, an enthusiastic TV signer and a Swedish athlete who helped rescue a south American street dog are among the top ten interviewees who made us learn, gasp or laugh over the last 12 months. https://www.thelocal.se/20151229/the-locals-most-inspiring-interviews-of-2015 Tue, 29 Dec 2015 13:00:00 +0100 the-locals-most-inspiring-interviews-of-2015 Scandinavians are world famous for design and November is the perfect time to check out three exhibitions in Sweden showcasing Nordic talent. Here's our top pick alongside our regular arts and entertainment listings. https://www.thelocal.se/20151119/three-stylish-swedish-design-exhibitions Thu, 19 Nov 2015 08:25:22 +0100 three-stylish-swedish-design-exhibitions You don't have to stick to Swedish beer and snaps if you're on a night out in Stockholm. Here are The Local's favourite bars with a delicious international flavour. https://www.thelocal.se/20151118/five-great-global-bars-and-pubs-in-stockholm Wed, 18 Nov 2015 06:12:25 +0100 five-great-global-bars-and-pubs-in-stockholm It's getting chilly in Sweden so why not treat yourself to a few hours of culture inside a warm gallery this week? Not into art? You'll find our regular interactive guide to music, family and outdoor events at the bottom of this article. https://www.thelocal.se/20151008/five-ace-autumn-art-and-photography-exhibitions Thu, 08 Oct 2015 08:31:29 +0200 five-ace-autumn-art-and-photography-exhibitions From sophisticated bistros to cosy coffee shops and a sizzling British-style breakfast cafe, here are seven of The Local's favourite places to do brunch in Stockholm. https://www.thelocal.se/20150918/top-seven-breakfast-and-brunch-spots-in-stockholm Fri, 18 Sep 2015 11:20:55 +0200 top-seven-breakfast-and-brunch-spots-in-stockholm Here are our top tips for making the most of Sweden during drizzly weather, alongside our regular interactive guide to events around the country. https://www.thelocal.se/20150723/seven-places-to-beat-the-swedish-rain-this-week Thu, 23 Jul 2015 09:09:35 +0200 seven-places-to-beat-the-swedish-rain-this-week