Gothenburg & Linköping

We had a great time in Gothenburg and Linkoping. We immediately noticed the high volume of cyclists and runners and people generally just out and about walking. To try and get ahead of our jet lag, we woke up early on Monday morning at 5:00am to workout at our hotel gym, followed by a 1-mile […]

First Oslo, Then Volvo!

Before we officially started off the Scandinavia trip, I was able to spend the weekend before in Oslo, Norway with our fellow adventurers, Emma and Leia! In doing so, I was able to look into the work life balance of Norwegians by observing what they tend to do on the weekends. While walking through the […]

Business Visit to Skelleftea & Arrival at Helsinki, Finland

Our journey commenced with a delightful European breakfast buffet at the Kust Hotel & Spa in Piteå, the most stylish lodging of our tour. The breakfast echoed the quality found throughout Sweden—excellent bread and refreshing fruits set the tone for the day. After an hour’s drive to Skellefteå, we wrapped up our morning with insightful […]

The Adventures of the Norse Network

Hello, we are the Norse Network and here is what we think about or upcoming trip to Scandinavia. We are excited to explore Sweden and Finland during our upcoming trip to Scandinavia. Our class will learn about several companies pushing the clean energy movement. We look forward to hearing about all the advancements in technology […]

Trucks and Lost Credit Cards?

Hello, everyone! We just started day two of our business visits, and are currently trying to get some sleep on the bus. Even though it was the first day, we still had many mishaps. After one of the best inclusive breakfasts we ever had, Nikki decided to thank the hotel by breaking their paper towel […]

From Linköping University to Stockholm’s Nightlife

Our day began with checking out of our hotel and heading to Linköping University, where we explored our professor’s alma mater. The campus was beautiful and offered a wealth of knowledge, from AI and innovation to entrepreneurship and technology. We visited the library and experienced the blend of historic and modern facilities. Lunch at the […]

A Journey Through Business Innovation, Nightlife, and Culinary Delights

Touchdown in Gothenburg We arrived in Gothenburg late Sunday night, checking into our hotel just after midnight. The hotel’s high standards, reflected by its courteous staff and comfortable rooms, set a positive tone for the beginning of our Scandinavian business exploration. Volvo Insights: Gender Equality and Culinary Excellence Our first full day began with a […]

Spills and Ducks?

Hey everyone, this is Nikki and Nicole starting off our first blog post from the airport as we wait for our flight that’s been delayed 3 times already. Our trip has definitely had a rocky start with police standoffs causing traffic on the way to the airport and random ketchup somehow covering my entire pants […]

A Day in Oslo

Like many other European cities, Oslo emphasizes accessibility through its public transportation systems. This makes travel through the city and its surrounding suburbs easier than in many cities in the United States. Using the train system in Oslo, we navigated our way to the city center where we found our hotel. The Thon Cecil is […]

European Nightlife and Restaurants

Welcome to our blog! We are Ganesh, Nicholas and Giancarlo, and we are thrilled to embark on this journey together, exploring the vibrant and dynamic world of nightlife and restaurants in Scandinavia. Each of us brings a unique perspective and background to this project, enriching our collective experience and insights. Ganesh, with a background in […]