Sweden Day 13 – Laws, lemurs & Butter Chicken
Our first day at Nacka Strand Gymnasium welcomed us with open arms and curious minds. We sat in on a law class, diving into legal concepts alongside Swedish students and getting a feel for the classroom atmosphere in a new country. It was equal parts familiar and different—structured yet relaxed, with discussions that sparked interest […]
Sweden Day 12 – From Cottages to Capitalism
Our Stockholm adventure started in style—rolling in on a double-decker bus like true tourists on a mission. The top deck gave us all the views (and the wind-blown selfies), setting the tone for the day. First stop? McDonald’s. After weeks without fast food, it felt like a warm, crispy hug in burger form. Fries were […]
Sweden Day 11 – Jury Talks, Fair Walks, Goodbye Hugs
Our final day in Enkoping was a whirlwind of emotions, starting with a mix of excitement and nervous energy as we put the finishing touches on our presentations. We shared our projects with an enthusiastic audience of Grade 1 students, then explored their adorable mini-business fair, where creative ideas like the winning “Ketch-Gun” group stole […]
Sweden Day 10 – A Day of Discovery, Craftsmanship, and Community
On May 19, we started the day by taking the bus to school, followed by a study visit to Kungsängen. Later in the day, we went to the Bacho Museum, where we learned about the history of the company and saw various tools and innovations developed by Johnson and his team. It was an interesting […]
Sweden Day 9 – Thrifts, Hot Dogs & Spicy Indian Comfort
The day took us to Re-Tuna, the world’s first recycling mall, where we spent hours exploring thrift shops filled with second-hand treasures and quirky, unexpected finds. From vintage clothes and retro gadgets to upcycled furniture, it was an eye-opening and fun experience that reminded us how sustainability can be stylish and exciting. Each corner held […]
Sweden Day 8 – Museum, church & Egg Allergy
Our day trip to Uppsala began with a scenic bus ride through the Swedish countryside. Upon arrival, we were warmly welcomed by Lotta and Ellen, two Swedish teachers who joined us for the day. We kicked things off with a visit to the Gustavianum, Uppsala University’s oldest building. Inside, we explored the historic Anatomical Theatre, […]
Sweden Day 7 – Football, business plans & Microscopic Tapas
The day began early for two Dhruvians who joined the Swedish school team for a morning football practice. Lacing up their boots and heading out while the rest of us enjoyed an extra half hour of relaxation before heading out. As they trained on the field under the crisp Swedish sky, the rest of us […]
Sweden Day 6 – Culture, Brainstorms and BBQ
Yesterday was a day full of culture, creativity, and connection. We started with an 8:30 AM bus ride to school, dressed in traditional Indian outfits for our cultural presentation. We spoke about Indian traditions, festivals, and daily life—and got everyone dancing with a fun Garba session. Seeing the Swedish students join in made it feel […]
Sweden Day 5 – Working, Playing and freaking out
Today was packed from start to finish. We began at school, reflecting on the previous day’s UF Gala before enjoying a fika break with classic Swedish cinnamon buns. Then came a fun, thought-provoking entrepreneurship activity that sparked great conversations. Midday brought a special celebration—Tulip’s birthday! We enjoyed rich chocolate cake, wished her in both Swedish […]
Sweden Day 4 – Swedes, Sizzle, and School Spirit
Today kicked off with an 8:30 AM bus ride to Westerlundska Gymnasiet, our first time stepping into the place, and the welcome couldn’t have been better. Teachers and students were right at the entrance, greeting us with big smiles like we were old friends. A piano recital and a pretty welcome speech by the Swedish […]