Prema is a Public Health Science major! She studied abroad in Spring/Summer 2024 on the DIS Summer Study in Scandinavia program.

Don't Forget To Pack: Comfortable sneakers, a foldable laundry tote, umbrella, and a water bottle    

Best Left At Home: Hair tools and home decor pieces

Best Eats in the Area: Seyhmus in Stockholm (so so good for vegetarians)

Favorite Local Activity: Touring museums and trying coffee from various cafes!

Where to Study: DIS Building/Royal College of Music

Must-Try Local Dish: Swedish meatballs (vegan)

Best Photo Op: The Paradox Museum

Your Biggest Fail: Not always carrying my portable charger

Buy This: Buy groceries and learn to cook! Eating out can and will get very expensive

Not That: Plastic Water Bottles - highly recommend using a resusable one and just drinking tap water (which is safe in Scandanavia)

Most Interesting Class: Public Mental Health!

Best Part of the Program: Travelling and getting out of my comfort zone

Unforgettable Weekend Trips: Uppsala, Sweden!

Bonus Pro Tip/s: Sweden usually upcharges if you do not bring your own tote bags. Sustainability is heavily practiced here, so please be aware and considerate when travelling here.

 

Our 3-Minute Travel Guide series is inspired by the University of California's Education Abroad Program's (UCEAP) blog.