Tourism
Latest news and information on tourism, tourist sites, and visitor numbers in Sweden.
Why Europe’s fika capital isn’t actually in Sweden
Swedes are crazy about coffee. They’re so crazy about it that they’ve even coined a special word for a simple coffee break.
Direct flights from London to Swedish ski resort reopen after three years
More than 100 passengers were on board when the first direct commercial flight from London to Sälen in almost three years landed on Sunday.
'Coolcations': Is Sweden becoming a magnet for tourists looking to escape the heat?
As vacationing in cooler climates becomes more popular, the Nordic countries are expected to see a rise in summer tourism. But is Sweden already feeling the impact of the "coolcations" trend?
'Coolcations': Tourists flock to Norway and Sweden to dodge summer heat
Driven away from typical summer destinations by intense heat and prolonged heatwaves, tourists are flocking to cooler climates like Norway and Sweden for their holidays.
Mayor of Swedish island Gotland proposes tourist tax for summer visitors
Hundreds of thousands of tourists visit the Baltic Sea island of Gotland every summer, with many staying for months. Now, the island's regional mayor wants them to pay their dues.
What you need to know about travel in Sweden this summer
From weather forecasts to rail disruptions, here’s what to consider when planning a trip to Sweden this summer.
Stay away! How Europe's most popular spots are fighting overtourism
Tourist hotspots around Europe are on a crusade to deal with surging visitor numbers. Is it the end of mass tourism in Europe?
OPINION: Are tips in Sweden becoming the norm?
Should you tip in Sweden? Habits are changing fast thanks to new technology and a hard-pressed restaurant trade, writes James Savage.
How much can I charge if I rent out my home on Airbnb in Sweden?
Whether you’re looking to earn a bit of money renting out your home when you’re on holiday, or looking to buy a property for renting out more permanently, there are some rules you should be aware of on how much rent you can charge.
Swedish tourist board launches campaign to end confusion with Switzerland
Sweden's tourist board has issued a plea to Swiss officials to co-sign a proposition designed to put an end to people mixing up the similarly-named Nordic country and Alpine republic for good.
Stomach bug sparks chaos on Sweden’s highest mountain
The mountain station at Kebnekaise – a popular stop among hikers hoping to climb Sweden’s tallest peak – has closed until at least August 10th after a stomach bug spread among people staying at the station.
Ten top tourist sights that are cheaper because of the weak Swedish krona
With the Swedish krona hitting an all-time low against the Euro earlier this month, many of Sweden's usually pricy tourist attractions are now starting to look quite cheap.
Could cooler Sweden replace the Med as Europe's top summer tourist destination?
With peak summer temperatures forecast to be uncomfortably high in holiday favourites like Greece, Spain and Italy, what are Sweden's chances of becoming the place Europeans flock to for their summer breaks?
What to expect when travelling to Sweden in summer 2023
From weather forecasts to rail disruptions, here’s what to consider when planning a trip to Sweden this summer.
Crown Princess's favourite chimp dies in Furuviksparken zoo drama
Santino, the painting chimp and favourite of Crown Princess Victoria, died this morning as the Furuviksparken escape drama came to an end and zoo officials admitted mistakes were made.
Chimpanzees in safe enclosure, Furuviksparken confirms
The three surviving chimpanzees at Furuviksparken have now been taken to a safe enclosure, the zoo said in a statement. A total of four of the park's seven chimpanzees are now confirmed dead.
Another escaped chimpanzee dies, Furuviksparken zoo confirms
A chimpanzee named Santino is one of the chimpanzees that died after the escape, Furuviksparken zoo confirmed in a press release. The work to get the other escaped animals into their enclosure continues.
Four chimpanzees still on the loose at zoo in Sweden
Four chimpanzees were still on the loose in the monkey house at the Furuviksparken zoo near Gävle on Friday, after attempts to get them back into their enclosure failed.
Halland or Haaland? Norway football star brings trouble to Swedish region
The tourist board for Swedish county of Halland has complained that it is being "completely suffocated" on social media, due to people mispelling the name of the Norwegian football star Erling Braut Haaland.
Yes, train travel across Europe is far better than flying - even with kids
Hoping to do his bit for the planet, perhaps save some money and avoid spending any time in airports, The Local's Ben McPartland decided to travel 2,000km with his family across Europe by train - not plane. Here's how he got on on and would he recommend it?
EU delays passport scan system and €7 travel fee until 2023
Two major changes that were due to come into force in 2022 for travellers entering the EU - an enhanced passport scanning system and the introduction of a €7 visa for tourists - have been delayed for a year.