Stockholm

[minorpreludes]

Hi there, I'm planning on visiting Sweden at the start of June. I am a 26 year old african-american female and I will be traveling alone. I've chatted with people who live in Stockholm, and I've researched a bit about blacks in Sweden and everything seems to be positive (for females anyway). I've heard that Swedes are extremely polite to

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[minorpreludes]

Great! Do you think it would be okay to just strike up a conversation with someone? I read that they are extremely kind and friendly, but at the same time very shy and I wouldn't want to make anyone feel uncomfortable.. but I do wish to make a friend or two if possible when I'm there.

[bisoumoi]

Asian Chinese, was in Stockholm for a work trip last year and it was amazing. People are extremely friendly and helpful, they speak English to you (without even you requesting them to) etc. They are extremely tolerant to minorities so I don't think you will have a problem there. It is a beautiful city inside out so enjoy yourself.

[minorpreludes]

Thank you :)

[sheenabizarre]

nobody will be openly racist toward you in Sweden. you'll be fine. all will speak english should you need them to. June will be a lovely time to go!!

I recommend the Vasa Museum.
http://www.vasamuseet.se/InEnglish/about.aspx

and at that time of year you must take a boat out to the Archipelagos!!!!!