Sweden is gaining in the eyes of international workers trying to make a career in the country, according to a new survey of expat life around the globe. But there are plenty of highs and lows about life in the Nordic country.
What's the best thing about life in Malmö or Skåne, and what are your tips for anyone considering a move there? No-one knows Skåne better than the people who live here, so share your knowledge and help us build up our guide to this corner of southern Sweden.
Is it possible to find a proper pub, a good cup of tea, or even battered fish'n'chips in Sweden? Yes, as long as you know where to look. The Local asked Brits in Sweden for help in tracking down the best of British in Sweden.
Having learned Swedish in the US, The Local contributor Idil Tuysuzoglu expected that a semester in Stockholm would give her ample opportunity to speak the language. But this was not the case, she writes.
Moving from a larger city to the countryside might seem appealing for many reasons: more affordable housing, easy access to nature, or a relaxed pace of life. But is the grass really always greener?
The north of Sweden is often overlooked and underrated, but the quality of life on offer is among the best in Europe, writes contributor Paul Connolly. Here's his list of reasons to consider a move to Norrland.
A move to northern Sweden is a chance to embrace a relaxed, family-friendly lifestyle in beautiful natural surroundings, writes Paul Connolly, but it will also throw up unexpected challenges. He explains how he overcame the five biggest obstacles in his new Swedish life.
The Local contributor Rupali Mehra explains why coming from Mumbai meant she took a while to understand why Swedes go crazy as soon as they see a hint of sun.
Marrying a Swede has some major benefits, argues The Local contributor Oliver Gee (who researched the subject so extensively he's going to marry a Swede himself).
Finding work in Sweden can be tough if you don't know where to look. But even if you don't speak a word of Swedish or are having a hard time learning, there is still hope...
What's it like to be a stranger in your own country? Freelance writer Caroline Adolfsson interviews four Swedish nationals who didn't grow up in Sweden.
Caught in an identity limbo and surrounded by often apathetic "love refugees", The Local's resident Swedophile Solveig Rundquist wonders if she's the only expat who moved to Sweden for the culture alone.
