Sweden is a Nordic country in northern Europe, bordering Norway to the north and west, Finland to the east and connecting to Denmark in the southeast. Northern Sweden is covered by the Scandinavian Mountains, which are snow capped and typically heavily forested. The land in central Sweden is flatter but does still have a number of low mountains and lakes throughout. Sweden typically experiences a temperate climate, with cold Winters and mild to warm Summers with long hours of sunshine.

Sweden has plenty to offer visitors to the country. A trip to one of the many national parks throughout Sweden gives visitors the chance to witness the country’s incredible natural landscape. Sarek National Park in Lapland is the oldest park of its kind in all of Europe and is well worth a visit during your holiday to Sweden. There’s no shortage of opportunities to immerse yourself in some outdoor activities here either; kayaking, skiing and hiking are just some of the activities on offer. Many of the world’s biggest music acts have hailed from Sweden, including ABBA, Swedish House Mafia and Avicii. Spend some time exploring ABBA – The Museum in Stockholm for a fun day out and to gain an insight into Sweden’s wildly popular music scene.

There is an endless selection of activities on offer all over Sweden, from rural areas where you can immerse yourself in nature to bustling cities perfect for a city break escape. There is something for every type of traveller in this wonderful country. With a number of amusement parks as well as outdoor activities for all ages, a family holiday to Sweden can be a fun and memorable experience. Couples will love exploring some of Sweden’s cosmopolitan cities and seeing the various bars, clubs and restaurants on offer.

Ryanair fly from Dublin to Goteborg Landvetter Airport in Sweden twice a week. Abbey Travel offer package holidays from Ireland to Sweden with flights, accommodation and expert advice all included.