If you’re planning on driving in Sweden, then you must have a valid driver’s license. But just being a good driver with lots of experience might not be enough to grant you a Swedish driver’s licence. Here are all the tips and information you need […]
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How to prepare your car for the Swedish winter
Winter in Sweden can be a bit of a beast, but with the right prep, it doesn’t have to be scary. Our guide walks you through setting up your car for winter, from legal tire requirements to must-have items for your emergency kit. Let’s make sure you’re ready to face those snowy roads […]
How to properly stock your medicine cabinet for the cold season
A well-stocked medicine cabinet isn’t just about convenience – it’s a real lifesaver when you need it. Imagine trying to find essentials like paracetamol suppositories during a supply shortage or needing medicine while a snowstorm’s raging outside. Sometimes you’re simply too sick […]
From zero to fluent in 18 months: my Swedish learning journey
Learning Swedish is among the top recommendations everyone gives when it comes to “how to find a job in Sweden” tips. At the same time, the experience of acquiring sufficient language skills to be proficient in a professional setting is vastly different for everyone, including those who take the path of the “official Swedish learning courses”. […]
All You Need to Know About Halloween and All Saints’ Day in Sweden
Halloween and All Saints’ Day are both celebrated in Sweden, let’s look at the differences. Halloween – a spooky tradition that now haunts Sweden alongside the rest of the world, and All Saints Day – a day of remembrance of those who have passed on. Both are full of ghosts, but one sports costumes and candy and the other […]
A New Chapter for The Newbie Guide to Sweden
The Newbie Guide to Sweden Team is very excited to share some important news with you! After several years of guiding people through the journey of building a life in Sweden, The Newbie Guide to Sweden is entering a new chapter. After much consideration, the founder of the project decided it was time for someone […]
The Ultimate Guide to Surviving Winter in Sweden
Winter in Sweden can be a challenge for any newbie (or oldie) to navigate. If you come from another part of the world where there is more sunlight and warmer temperatures during winter, the differences in Sweden may feel too big to survive. Luckily, we have created the ultimate guide to surviving winter in Sweden. […]
Mental health care for newbies in Sweden
Your mental health care is more important than ever when you move to a new country. Many of us are (or have been) newbies and have therefore experienced how moving to another country involves a lot of feelings and challenges, affecting our mental health. It shouldn’t be surprising then that by undergoing such dramatic transformation […]
The Ultimate Guide to Preschool in Sweden
Moving away from home brings a lot of questions to the fore. Once you bring a child into the mix, those questions may change. If education is important to you and your family, you may be wondering how to choose the right school for your child, what the process looks like, how early do you […]
The Ultimate Guide to Parental Leave in Sweden
In this guide to parental leave in Sweden, we will walk you through what you need to know. Parent leave, maternity, and paternity leave in Sweden can be confusing. What are my rights? What is essential to know for parent leave? How many days off should I plan for? What is it like to be […]
Navigate Through Sweden by Emma Olsson
Emma Olsson is a well-known authority in online gaming and offers insightful advice on navigating the intricate realm of online casinos. Her dedication to encouraging responsible gaming and offering frank, understandable information establishes her as a respected voice in the field. Emma’s content at Casinotoplistan provides helpful tips and insights to improve your gaming experience, […]
Red days and squeeze days in Sweden
Red days and squeeze days – or röda dagar och klämdagar – as they are called in Swedish are terms you most definitely will meet as soon as you start working in Sweden OR if you have kids in daycare or school. And trust me, it is very important to know what they are, how […]
The Ultimate Guide to Pregnancy and Having a Baby in Sweden
It can be very overwhelming to become pregnant in another country and figure out all that you need to know. Where do I find all of the information that I need? What will happen first? Where do I go? What will my appointments be like? How have others experienced giving birth in Sweden? Where do […]
All you need to know about Sweden’s Gambling Authority
Spelinspektionen, also known as the Swedish Gambling Authority, is a state-owned regulatory body. It oversees and regulates gambling activities in Sweden. Advertised by Casinoburst This government agency’s main goal is to ensure a safe, legal and controlled gambling market. It focuses on consumer protection and reducing the harmful effects of gambling. By vigilantly monitoring all […]
The guide to essential apps in Sweden
What are the essential apps in Sweden? Living in a new country, especially one with a different language and culture, can be challenging. However, technology and apps can make settling into life in Sweden much easier. Here are some of the most important and useful apps to help you navigate everyday tasks in Sweden. Apps […]
Vasaloppet, the race of all races
In 2022, Vasaloppet celebrated 100 years and I decided it was time to be a part of it. I can’t ski and cycling 90km would have been relatively easy for me, so I had one choice: running. Yes, you read correctly, I ran the 90 km from Sälen to Mora in one go. I did […]
Puzzling Swedish prepositions
Here at the Newbie Guide we work in an unholy mess of English, Swedish, Spanish, Portuguese and Arabic. So we know first hand the struggle of getting the “small details” of a language right. On top of that we often get emails and messages asking about places and apps to learn Swedish and how to […]
Your World Travel Tips Guide – Essential Insights for Seamless and Memorable Journeys
A journey around the world is a thrilling thought, even more exciting in practice. Every adventure promises new horizons and memories you’ll never forget. However, most trips worthy of your time and hard-earned money are rarely simple. Advertised by Betsafe There are many complexities involved, complexities you should treat with both finesse and ease. So, […]
The guide to famous Swedish pastries
Swedish pastries are a big thing in Sweden. As someone with many sweet teeth, one thing I love about Sweden is its “excuses” to always have something sweet between meals. Thanks to its most celebrated tradition, Fika. It seems to me that despite the lagom value, Swedes are quite into cake and pastry; they even […]
14 things to do after layoffs in Sweden
Layoffs in Sweden are happening a lot right now. In fact there’s a lot of noise about layoffs in the Swedish news right now. Maybe it has already happened to you. If so, try not to worry too much… there’s life after a layoff and in this article, you can find some help. Disclaimer: To […]
The guide to Swedish semla and semla season
A Swedish semla is something you should try at least once. To tell a Swede that you are not a big fan of the bun semla (semlor in plural) – might be considered sacrilegious and semlor are sold pretty much everywhere during January and February. But what is a semla, why is it such a […]
