A wonderland of lush green rolling hills, Arctic northern lights, seemingly endless archipelagos, and cosmopolitan cities, Sweden is so much more than Vikings and that sateen-flare-swinging foursome from the ’70s. A country rich in food, history, tradition, and lifestyle, there’s something for everyone’s wanderlust here. Stockholm rightly takes much of the limelight – and it’s easy to see why. With a buzzing fashion and food scene, green parks, shores for wild swimming, notable museums, and ultra-classy shopping, you could easily find all you need in the capital. But if you can, take time to leave the city behind to experience a different side to this country. With one of the lowest population densities on the continent, it doesn’t take long to feel alone with the great outdoors here. Hop on a ferry in the height of summer to the Stockholm Archipelago with all its isles covered in pine forests off the coastline. Or head north for sleighing beneath the dazzling green and red lights of the aurora borealis. Whatever the season, there’s much to be explored here.