Sweden

“If a Swedish Lapland interest list had only one item, what would it be?” we asked. Our new young friend didn’t hesitate: “Moving Kiruna,” he replied. We had no plans to go to Kiruna. In fact, we’d never even heard of it. But, as full-time international travelers, we’ve learned that we should trust. Over the …

Visitors to central Sweden can enjoy summer in Dalarna at a mountain pasture farm and country guesthouse with beautiful, simple traditions. Disclosure: We were the guests of Visit Dalarna, Solgårdskrogen, and Karl Tövåsen’s fäbod as part of a larger press trip with TBEX. The northern light spills in through windows framed by crisp white muslin, …

The painted Dala horse is a Swedish icon. During a visit to the Dalarna province, we learned about its history and how it is made today. Disclosure: We were the guests of Visit Dalarna, Solgårdskrogen, and Karl Tövåsen’s fäbod as part of a larger press trip with TBEX. Chances are when you see a gaily …