Spelinspektionen, also known as the Swedish Gambling Authority, is a state-owned regulatory body. It oversees and regulates gambling activities in Sweden. Advertised by Casinoburst This government agency’s main goal is to ensure a safe, legal and controlled gambling market. It focuses on consumer protection and reducing the harmful effects of gambling. By vigilantly monitoring all […] The post All you need to know about Sweden’s Gambling Authority appeared first on The Newbie Guide to Sweden ..read more

What are the essential apps in Sweden? Living in a new country, especially one with a different language and culture, can be challenging. However, technology and apps can make settling into life in Sweden much easier. Here are some of the most important and useful apps to help you navigate everyday tasks in Sweden. Apps […] The post The guide to essential apps in Sweden appeared first on The Newbie Guide to Sweden ..read more

Here at the Newbie Guide we work in an unholy mess of English, Swedish, Spanish, Portuguese and Arabic. So we know first hand the struggle of getting the “small details” of a language right. On top of that we often get emails and messages asking about places and apps to learn Swedish and how to […] The post Puzzling Swedish prepositions appeared first on The Newbie Guide to Sweden ..read more

Did you ever construct a sentence like “Jag åkte där” only to be corrected? You are not alone ? Swedish for “here,” “there,” “home” etc. come in two versions. You have to choose between “hit” and “här,” “dit” and “där” and “hem” and “hemma.” It might seem completely random when exactly you should use these […] The post Unlocking Swedish grammar: Is it hit or is it dit? appeared first on The Newbie Guide to Sweden ..read more

A Swedish semla is something you should try at least once. To tell a Swede that you are not a big fan of the bun semla (semlor in plural) – might be considered sacrilegious and semlor are sold pretty much everywhere during January and February. But what is a semla, why is it such a […] The post The guide to Swedish semla and semla season appeared first on The Newbie Guide to Sweden ..read more

Language is the key to all the cultural doors of society. Even a simple ‘hello’ said in the local language is enough to receive that smile of appreciation and friendliness. I would like to share some basic Swedish expressions and phrases used on a daily basis. The goal is to clarify how these common words are […] The post What are the most common Swedish phrases? appeared first on The Newbie Guide to Sweden ..read more

What are the most useful apps in Sweden? When it comes to technology, Sweden is among the top countries to make the most of it. No wonder the country is getting more and more tech savvy every day. Therefore, acting like the real millennial generation (who relies on mobile application quite a lot) is one […] The post What are the most useful apps in Sweden? appeared first on The Newbie Guide to Sweden ..read more

Is it possible to pretend to understand Swedish? We think so. When you’re new to any country with a language other than your mother tongue, there will be a period where you know enough of the language to get yourself into a conversation, but not enough to understand what is being said or how to […] The post How To Trick People Into Thinking You Understand Swedish appeared first on The Newbie Guide to Sweden ..read more

Necessity is the mother of invention, said someone wise once upon a time. In a world that’s getting faster, more competitive, and more expensive by the minute, a change in how we own goods and services was needed, leading to a new economic model. Sharing services make it easier for people to afford the use […] The post Sharing economy services in Sweden appeared first on The Newbie Guide to Sweden ..read more

Decorating your space can truly make it feel lived in and like a home. But when you’re new to a country it can be challenging to know where to buy new items such as furniture and decor. If you are looking for ways to make your home feel more Swedish, we have the details on […] The post Scandinavian Furniture and Design Aesthetic – Mysteries Unraveled appeared first on The Newbie Guide to Sweden ..read more