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 […]
Sweden Day 3 – We Hiked, We Grilled, We failed to fish
Our first full day in Sweden kicked off with an amazing breakfast- sandwiches, followed by a scenic hike through nearby forest trails, led by our wonderful Swedish hosts, Malin and Kerstin. With their local knowledge and cheerful energy, they showed us hidden paths and shared little bits of Swedish nature trivia along the way. Surrounded […]
Sweden Day 2 – We Came, We Saw, We Unpacked
We touched down at Arlanda Airport early in the morning, greeted by crisp Swedish air and pine-lined views that felt like something out of a travel brochure. After clearing immigration and collecting our (thankfully intact) luggage, we hopped onto our transfer and made our way to the cottages nestled in a serene countryside setting. The […]
An Unforgettable Student Exchange and Study Tour
The long-awaited day finally arrived—bags packed, passports ready, and excitement in the air. We gathered at the airport, buzzing with anticipation for our Sweden study tour. After check-ins, photos, and goodbyes, we boarded our flight and began the long journey toward Sweden. Though it was a tiring day of travel, it also marked the beginning […]