Lonely PlanetSweden is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Visit the beautiful, stylish capital of Stockholm; hike, ski or dogsled Arctic wasteland; or curl up by the fire in a cosy cottage -all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Sweden and begin your journey now!
Inside Lonely Planet Sweden Travel
Colour maps and images throughout Highlightsand itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential infoat your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience – climate change, immigration, people, film, statistics, history, Vikings, Vasa Dynasty, emigration, Swedish Empire, Christmas, drinks, cuisine, etiquette, lifestyle, cinema, literature, multiculturalism, religion, sport, environment, geography, geology, wildlife, national parks, design, architecture, craft, art, the Sami Free, convenient pull-outStockholm map (included in print version) Covers Stockholm, Uppsala, Central Sweden, Goteborg, Southwest Sweden, Malmo, South Sweden, Southeast Sweden, Gotland, Ostersund, the Bothnian Coast, Lappland, the Far North and more
The Perfect Lonely Planet Sweden, our most comprehensive guide to Sweden, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled.
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This was one of two books I had on Sweden during a three-week trip. Like another reader, I found that there was a lot of information that I didn't need (food and hotels). What I liked about it was the information about the different cities I visited and information about some activities and locations.
I love to read travel guides. The information and insight make for a lovely vicarious vacation. This book will probably make into the small pile of books I keep here because I have an obsession with Scandinavia. I definitely hope we get to go visit Sweden as it's a fascinating country.
In a way, I don't appreciate LP guides as they focus too much in hotels and restaurants (do I care about eating vietnamese food in Malmö?). In the other, they give a brief essential knowledge of the spirit of the country. Personally, I didn't care much about the geology of Scandinavia but I liked for example the notions about Samis and the relationship of Sweden with their neighbours along history. All, obviously, conveyed through the lens of tourism. After Touring Club Italiano's guide, probably the best on the market.
"Lonely Planet Sweden" is an excellent travel guide that offers a wealth of information and recommendations for both tourists and locals. With its comprehensive coverage of popular and hidden spots across Sweden, this guide is invaluable. The practical tips and cultural insights make it a trusted companion for exploring everything from Stockholm's old town to the Arctic wilderness.
Must get it out of the library again before going. Not a lot of info on my special interests, but a pretty good description of the areas I might like to go.
Got enough ideas for things to do during our summer holidays. Always nice to plan that with this guide and already having lots of fun doing it before you go.
Really nice guide with not just hotels/restaurants around but also with a fine load of interesting facts and information. Actually, you can skip hotels/restaurants parts as this thing and prices get easily outdated.
This series does not disappoint. There are lots of gorgeous pictures, a detailed look at each region with area locals giving recommendations. I appreciate the bits of history tucked in, which always makes me want to learn more about each country.