19 articles tagged with stockholm
The first time I dipped my paddle into the crystalline waters of the Stockholm Archipelago, I understood why Swedes guard this natural treasure so fiercely. Stretching eastward from the capital city lies a mesmerizing labyrinth of nearly 30,000 islands and...
Standing at the edge of Gamla Stan, watching the morning light dance across centuries-old buildings reflected in calm waters, I felt that familiar thrill of discovery that has accompanied me from the Himalayan foothills to the Andean peaks. Stockholm—a city...
Standing on the platform at T-Centralen station, watching the striking blue cave-like ceiling arching above me, I was reminded of ancient ceremonial chambers I'd documented in Peru. *¡Qué maravilla!* Stockholm's metro isn't just transportation—it's the world's longest art gallery spanning...
Let me set the scene: it's 10:30 PM in Stockholm during midsummer, and the sky still holds a whisper of light. The city isn't winding down—it's just warming up. I discovered Stockholm's after-dark personality while covering the FIBA European Championships...
When I first moved our family base to Valencia, I promised myself we'd explore more of my Scandinavian heritage with my daughter. Stockholm has since become our annual summer pilgrimage—a city that masterfully balances historical charm with progressive, family-centered design....
There's something profoundly enlightening about experiencing how different cities across continents approach innovation and urban development. This summer, I embarked on what I'd consider the ultimate urban explorer's trifecta: Stockholm, Seattle, and Perth—three cities that exist at fascinating technological crossroads...
Stockholm has always held a special place in my heart, a city where water meets sky in perfect harmony, much like the seamless blend of tradition and modernity found in its architecture. Having visited the Swedish capital numerous times over...
There's something magical about wandering through Stockholm's cobblestone streets alone, with nothing but curiosity as your compass. After years of family safaris and business trips to tech hubs, I found myself craving a different kind of adventure—one where I could...
The first time I heard about 'fika,' I was thumbing through a weathered guidebook in a Minneapolis bookstore, preparing for my first solo trip to Scandinavia. Little did I know this simple Swedish coffee break tradition would completely reframe how...
The Stockholm archipelago contains over 30,000 islands and islets, a celestial-like scattering across Baltic waters that has fascinated me since my first research expedition here to study the northern summer sky. What many travelers don't realize is that this astronomical...
There's something almost meditative about watching Scandinavia's pristine landscapes unfold through a train window. As someone who's spent decades traversing the globe covering sporting events, I've developed an appreciation for slower, more meaningful travel experiences. The Stockholm to Oslo railway...
The rhythm of my running shoes hitting Stockholm's cobblestone streets reminded me of vinyl records spinning in those hidden record shops I love to discover. There's a cadence to this city – expensive yet accessible, modern yet ancient – that...
The morning sun dances across the Baltic waters as our sleek wooden yacht cuts through the gentle waves, leaving Stockholm's harbor behind. The city's spires recede into the distance while ahead, thousands of islands beckon with their promise of secluded...
There's something about northern European waters that speaks to my soul in a language all its own. Perhaps it's the thirty years I spent studying the Great Lakes that makes me feel an immediate kinship with cities built around water....
After three summers living in Valencia's sweltering heat, I've found myself increasingly drawn to Scandinavia's refreshing summers and family-centered culture. Last month, my daughter Ellie and I embarked on what might be our most architecturally stunning and child-friendly European adventure...