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15 things to do when it's (extremely) hot

What to do in the summer heat? When temperatures approach 30 degrees centigrade (or rise above it), at least we are affected. We can't even do half as much as usual. But what can can you even do in the heat? Here are our top tips for things to do when it's (extremely) hot ...

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Telecommuting, May weather and nice comments

Happy Friday! We're on the road with the campervan and are happy to be digital nomads and work remotely. The May weather is not what you dream of, but you just have to make the best of the situation, right?

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Snow in Stockholm? - photo evidence from five winters

Does it never snow in Stockholm? I (Helena) long for the snow. I'm not sure that Peter feels the same way, but ... you have to have some snow, right? The snow lights up, and it will be like that. cosy. But this year I'm almost giving up hope for snow. What does it usually look like? I have checked the archives ...

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Houseboat life in November - here's what we're doing

When you tell people you live in a houseboat, they often say "it must be wonderful in the summer". This is true, but I enjoy boating in all seasons - even in November! Here are some photos that tell the story of boating in November, from different years.

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Snowy weather in Stockholm - and a leaning houseboat

What a snowstorm in Stockholm! On Sunday morning, we woke up in a world that was tilted, inside window panes that were completely blocked by snow. What had happened to the world outside?

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Hot in March - tips for pleasant travel destinations in March

Where is it warm in March? Here are some great travel destinations in March for those who can get tired of the Swedish winter long before it's over. We have three tips for those who want right heat, three tips for those who are more comfortable with moderate heat and also three tips for those who are happy with some light early summer heat.

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at home in the houseboat - after storm Alfrida

Now we are back in the houseboat after our trip in Sri Lanka, and it is clear that the storm Alfrida has been raging. It was not quite the same in the houseboat when we came home... Luckily we have thoughtful neighbours who check on the boat when we are not at home!

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Winter in Pampas marina in Solna

Now we have winter here in Pampas Marina in Solna. Well, not just here of course, but this is where we notice it the most. In the central parts of Stockholm, the cars and houses melt the snow to some extent, but here, here it is white and beautiful.

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May weather in Stockholm and Sweden - over the last decade

The weather in May in Stockholm was incredible this year. You kept wondering when it would end ... but it didn't. As a Swede, you are in a bit of a state of shock. I was also very curious. What has the weather in May in Stockholm and Sweden been like over the past decade? We took a peek back in the blog archive!

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Summer weather, boating and (almost too) bright and warm

This week I'm exceptionally happy that it's Friday! The summer weather outside is absolutely fantastic, so there's every reason to be happy. At the same time, I have been hysterically tired all week. It's great that it's finally Friday. Happy Friday!

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