Honest thoughts on Sweden after my first visit

First time in Sweden and I tried to approach it with open eyes rather than preconceptions. Stockholm was the base and a good one — central, manageable, and with strong food options including the best surströmming I've ever had. ABBA Museum was the big set piece and fully justified the trip.

Two things worth knowing: very expensive, which is more of a factor than some guides acknowledge. But also: excellent outdoor life, which I'd never read about and turned out to be a genuine pleasure. Solid first impression — I'd return.