Sweden
Europe’s most enjoyable old town has no crowds and no fees
No crowds, no queues and – better yet – the highlights of this lovely island are completely free.
- Brian Johnston
Better than the Med: Europe’s other great sea remains underrated
Like the Mediterranean, this sea and its eight countries are rich in attractions and culture – but there are far fewer crowds.
- Brian Johnston
Ten phenomenal immersive travel ideas for a holiday with depth
Fancy a spiritual journey in Bali or a deep dive into the history of Washington DC? These experiences are for those who crave a holiday with depth, where every moment is a chance to learn, grow, and be transformed.
- Traveller Team
Banishing bland: The most stylish hotel and airline cabin designs in 2025
From an 1881 merchant’s house transformed into a boutique hotel in Athens, to Mondrian’s entry into Australia on the Gold Coast, we celebrate the brands getting creative and banishing bland.
- Traveller Team
I took this ferry to save on an airfare. I had no idea what I was in for
A quiet overnight trip from Stockholm to Helsinki was what I expected. Instead I found myself on board a debauched Vegas on water.
- Natasha Bazika
This stunning winter wonderland is actually more magical in autumn
Autumn in the far north of Scandinavia means crisp mornings, warm sunny days and a colourful fanfare of foliage. It’s the ideal time to venture outdoors.
- Rob McFarland
Now you can hike from island to island in Sweden
The new Stockholm Archipelago Trail connects 225 kilometres of new and existing trails across 22 islands.
- Julietta Jameson
Scandinavia’s coolest place to stay, literally
Each year the suites that make this unique hotel even more spectacular change with one good reason: the previous ones melt away.
- Julietta Jameson
Ranked and rated: Which Scandinavian country is the best destination?
Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Iceland or Greenland? We compare the contenders across five categories to help you decide which to visit.
- Sarah Marshall
This European capital is a modern fairytale
Sweden’s capital is a modern fairytale, where the old and the new co-exist in a smorgasbord of cobblestone alleys, ancient buildings and designer shops.
- Keith Austin