I was lucky enough to take an incredible solo trip to Gothenburg and Stockholm, Sweden, and never once needed to call a taxi ...

Even those who admitted the attraction wasn't initially at the top of their must-see list left the Vasa ... is considered one of the city's top attractions. And speaking of the museum's popularity ...

The best time to visit Stockholm is in the summer – albeit ... one of the country's biggest cultural celebrations, takes place during this time. The downside? Hotels raise their room rates ...