Sweden

Among the Scandinavian nations, the Kingdom of Sweden is perhaps best known for its no-nonsense attitude and industrial prowess. When one mentions Sweden, corporate giants like IKEA, H&M, and Volvo often come to mind. Compared to neighboring Norway and Denmark, Sweden often flew under the radar regarding tourism. Though the cosmopolitan Stockholm is a wonderful metropolis, Sweden seems to receive few international visitors. I certainly wish we had taken more time and effort to explore Sweden’s idyllic countryside as well as second-tier cities of the likes of Kalmar and Gothenburg.