Reduced VAT at restaurants in Sweden?

June 22nd, 2010

Rusthållargården

The Swedish Hotel and Restaurant Association (SHR) consider that it is time for the government to make the decision to reduce VAT on restaurant services. Read the rest of this entry »

First Free iPhone App About 33 European Cities

June 21st, 2010

Stockholm view

ECM (European Cities Marketing) has launched its first iPhone app about its 33 member cities, across 19 countries, including Stockholm and Gothenburg in Sweden and our neighbour’s Copenhagen, Oslo and Reykjavik. The tool has been developed by European City Card Group and 33 cities work together to develop the city’s City Cards for visitors. Read the rest of this entry »

The Royal Wedding Menu In Stockholm

June 19th, 2010

Here is the menu, delivered from the Operakällaren restaurant,  for the Crown Princess Victoria’s and Prince Daniel’s wedding dinner at the Royal Palace in Stockholm: Read the rest of this entry »

Royal Interior Design By IKEA

June 17th, 2010

IKEA invite you to an unusual design experience called TOGETHER located beside the Royal Palace in Stockholm. In their own version of Haga Palace, IKEA have decorated the interior with a good mix of interior design skills and humour. Read the rest of this entry »

Scandinavia is cheaper than you think

June 15th, 2010

UK travellers believe a trip Sweden, Norway and Switzerland will cost them the most – yet France is actually the most expensive country to visit, according to research conducted by flight comparison site Skyscanner. Surprisingly, the Scandinavian countries of Sweden and Norway were far lower down when ranked by actual cost, taking places 13 and 18 respectively. Read the rest of this entry »

Fight a Cooking Duel In Stockholm

June 14th, 2010

Join a creative and exciting corporate activity or incentive in the lavish settings of a royal palace. Between 17 August and 9 September, you can challenge your colleagues or clients to an evening of ‘active cooking’ in a specially designed marquee in the grounds of the 17th century royal residence – Ulriksdal Palace. Read the rest of this entry »

Sofiero Garden In Helsingborg Best In Show

May 28th, 2010

Foto: Jörgen Schwartzkopf

This year we celebrate Sofiero Garden and Park in Helsingborg, winning Europe’s best park 2010 with exciting exhibitions and the garden more beautiful then ever. In the end of May we enjoy the Rhododendron days.

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Växjö Best Sustainble City?

May 27th, 2010

The town in southern Sweden,  Växjö is currently one of the most successful cities in terms of reducing CO2 emissions; 51% of Växjö’s energy comes from natural sources such as biomass, waterpower, geothermic energy and solar power. Emissions per resident have been reduced by 25% in just 10 years.

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Stockholm Themed Tours

May 18th, 2010

If you are looking for a fun and unique walking tour experience in Stockholm, try the The Viking Tour:  Sweden from the Ice Age to IKEA. Set amongst the atmospheric surrounds of the Old Town, this 90 minutes tour invites you to pillage and plunder your way through Sweden’s culture and history, complete with a Viking guide. Read the rest of this entry »

Historical Tramways And Vintage Steamers

May 14th, 2010
Historical Tramway in Malmö

Historical Tramway in Malmö

Have you ever met locals who are passionate about their culture and history? They sail vintage boats, grind flour in the wind mills and produce beautiful ceramic handicraft. Read the rest of this entry »