Catherine Edwards
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Swedish word of the day: vabruari
If you have children, or work or socialize with people who do, here's a word you're going to hear a lot this month. → Read More
What extra costs should you budget for when you buy a house in Sweden?
Before buying the Swedish house of your dreams, make sure unexpected extra fees don't become a nightmare. → Read More
What you need to know before moving to Sweden
Starting a new life overseas is an adventure and a challenge, and however much research you do beforehand, there are bound to be aspects of the local culture or bureaucracy that come as a surprise. The Local asked our readers what their top tips were for anyone considering a relocation to Sweden. → Read More
Advent Calendar 2022: Pumla, the northern Swedish word for a bauble
Have you ever come across the word 'pumla' before? Probably not, unless you live in the north of Sweden. → Read More
Swedish word of the day: brittsommar
Today, a word that will help you partake in a popular Swedish activity: discussing the weather. → Read More
Swedish word of the day: smörgåstårta
Here's a word to describe a Swedish food that may, on first glance, sound quite bizarre: smörgåstårta. → Read More
Seven reasons autumn is the best time to visit Italy
Say goodbye to the hordes of tourists and hello to wine season, stunning colours and regional food festivals. → Read More
The history behind Sweden’s town and city names
The Local delves into the history behind the names of ten cities and towns across the country. → Read More
The Swedish vocabulary parents need to know for back-to-school season
Parents around the country will be preparing for their children's return to school – or perhaps their very first term – over the next few weeks. Here are the crucial pieces of Swedish vocabulary that will help international families navigate the school year. → Read More
Why do the Swedes take such long summer holidays?
Summer in Sweden means workplaces emptying for weeks on end and a flood of 'out of office' replies from colleagues and clients taking lengthy vacations. But have you ever wondered exactly how the four-week summer holiday became so entrenched in Swedish society? The Local looks into the historical and cultural background of the tradition. → Read More
Five things you should know about Italy’s Republic Day
Here's a quick guide to what and how Italy will celebrate on Thursday, June 2nd. → Read More
Money hacks: How to get the best deal on your mortgage in Sweden
Taking out a mortgage is a big commitment not only financially, but it also ties you more closely to both Sweden and anyone you're buying the property with. Here's our complete guide to understanding a Swedish mortgage. → Read More
11 ways to optimise your search for a job in Sweden, even if you’re overseas
Dreaming of a move to Sweden, but not sure how to start the job-hunt from overseas? Non-EU workers usually require a job offer before they can relocate to Sweden for work, and EU citizens might also prefer to have a job contract before uprooting their lives. It can be daunting to look for a job from abroad, but it's not an insurmountable obstacle: here are 11 tips for improving your chances. → Read More
Swedish word of the day: skärtorsdagen
Today, let's talk about the Swedish word for the day when witches fly away to dance with the devil. → Read More
Summer house: How to buy your own Swedish ‘sommarstuga’
Many people in Sweden have a summer house or 'sommarstuga' to escape to during their long holidays. And it might be easier than you think to get one of your own. There are a large number of summer residences on the property market, usually at much cheaper prices than standard houses, making it an affordable luxury for many. → Read More
Here’s how to talk about love, sex, and dating in Italian
The language of love is unsurprisingly full of words and phrases that might come in handy this Valentine's Day - although you may not have heard these in Italian class. → Read More
Swedish word of the day: kärlek
On Valentine's Day, let's take a look at the long history of the Swedish word for love. → Read More
Hen: What a three-letter word tells us about Swedish culture
The Swedish language is no stranger to new words, whether they're foreign language imports ("najs") or neologisms created to refer to new or topical concepts ("flygskam"). But one three-letter word has stirred up more controversy than most, and that's "hen". → Read More
Swedish word of the day: god fortsättning
Here's a word you can use to greet friends, neighbours and colleagues around this time of year. → Read More
How to buy an apartment in Sweden, step by step
Buying a property abroad can be daunting, but in Sweden the apartment-buying process often moves fast and has fewer additional fees than in many countries, making it an appealing option compared to the precarious rental market. We've outlined the steps you need to take and the pitfalls to look out for in this guide for potential buyers. → Read More