Gothenburg and West Sweden are appearing more than ever in the international media. Visiting journalists explore and research different places and activities; here you can read about them and get ideas and feedback from these professional travel writers.
Grand manor house a monument to opulence, by Gavin Bell
An oyster experience with Everts Sjöbod in Grebbestad (West Sweden, Part 5), by Jeanne Horak
Hotel Ekenäs lobster safari and lobster dinner (West Sweden, Part 4) by Jeanne Horak
Rome Away From Rome - by general manager Robin Kay
West coast represent - A food tour, by Justin Ocean
South Koster island and lunch at Kosters Trädgårdar (West Sweden, Part 3) by Jeanne Horak
The lobster catcher, by Poorna Shetty
Skaldyrsafari i Sverige – del 2, by Nadia Mathiasen
A West Sweden Shellfish Journey: Day 3 – An Oyster Experience by Su-Lin
Café Ferdinand and Strandflickorna Hotel, Lysekil (West Sweden, Part 2) by Jeanne Horak
A West Sweden Shellfish Journey: Day 2 – A Lobster Safari
A watery land of beauty and beasts. Sweden's newest nature reserve is home to many elk. If you're lucky, you might spot one, says Mark Rowe
Skaldyrsafari i Sverige – del 1, by Nadia Mathiasen
A West Sweden Shellfish Journey: Day 1 – A Mussel Safari. Posted by Su-Lin
Villa Sjötorp and a mussel safari in Lysekil (West Sweden, Part 1), by Jeanne Horak
Seafood safaris in West Sweden by Helen Graves
The Shellfish Journey, West Sweden by Chris Pople
More photos from lovely Gothenburg by Niamh Shields
A postcard from Gothenburg by Niamh Shields
Gothenburg: Sweet on Sweden. Simon Horsford is impressed by the charm and inventive cuisine of historic Gothenburg and by the beauty of the country's coastline.
Coasting along on a Swedish road trip. Take one Volvo, a Swedish girlfriend, 500km of empty roads and endless vistas of forest, sea and sky and you have the perfect Nordic road trip
The Nordic countries' coolest cabins – in pictures. From rustic lakeside huts to designer treehouses, the Nordic countries are masters of the wilderness cabin. Here's our pick of the best from across Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Finland.
Marcus Samuelsson's Sweden. On a whirlwind tour of Göteborg and Stockholm, chef Marcus Samuelsson talks to T+L about his new restaurant in Harlem, life as an outsider, and cooking for the President of the United States. By Adam Sachs
Swedish delight. It looks like a bigger version of a British canal – but it is in beautiful Sweden. Paul Miles cruises the Göta Canal.
Have appetite, will travel. By Tom Robbins (round up). From a gastro-hike in the Dolomites to truffle hunting in Umbria: a taste of seven of the best foodie holidays
A Very Swedish Safari, by Matthew Lee
Sweden by steamship: Forget the mod cons and celebrate the golden age of cruising. By Simon Heptinstall
This week some of the world's best chefs are coming together in Washington to highlight the innovativeness and high quality of New Nordic Food.By John Arundel
Swedish Safarin - With its shimmering freshwater lakes, verdant forests and abundant wildlife, Dalsland is the perfect - if unexpected - setting for a wild adventure by Steven Vickers
West Sweden's first marine national park, including the stunning Koster Islands, is a chance to immerse yourself in the Swedish lifestyle and to genuinely unwind. Alistair Wearmouth reports...
Swede Dreams are made of this – with its fresh seafood and chic hotels, Sweden's west coast is a summer idyll, says Nigell Tisdall
Seaside Sweden: On a cluster of hide'n' seek islands, rust-red fishermen's cottages gather on stilts by clear water. Read the full story by Andrew Eames.
A lobster safari in western Sweden , by Jessica Mueller
Chilling out on the west coast... in Gothenburgby Murray Hartley
Having a Swedish island to yourself gives you the chance to chill out, get close to nature ... and pretend to be lord of the manor, by Dixe Wills.
Floating hotels: Read about floating hotel Salt & Sill at Klädesholmen – one of the best according to the Telegraph.
For the Swedes, coffee is more than a drink – it's a way of life. By Sophy Grimshaw.
Shaped by ancient ice and the lash of wind and water, the Koster Islands' landscape is geologically distinct from that of mainland Sweden. By Annika Hipple
From a saltwater spa in Sweden to a history-rich rock in Greece, Francesca Syz explores some of Europe's lesser-known islands.
It is all about getting back to nature, Swedish-style, says Michael Hatch, itineraries manager for Ramblers Worldwide, which has launched a new eight-day walking tour of Sweden's Koster islands. By Jane Mulkerrins
Swede dreams: A winter weekend in Gothenburg will leave you utterly refreshed. By Lucy Gillmore.
Welcome to my secret Swedish wilderness says Maggie O'Farrell.
Coffee and calories in chilly. Gothenburg Residents of Sweden's second city is expert at dodging the winter winds in cosy, sociable cafes. By Susan Greenwood
A historic town with 21st-century attitude. City Slicker: Gothenburg - New flights have put Sweden's second city within easier reach. Sarah Donnelly offers ideas for first-time and returning visitors
Nicknamed the "Christmas City" , Gothenburg becomes a truly magical place over the festive period.
Sample Sweden for Christmas - If you're already suffering from snow fatigue, then the idea of jetting off to a winter wonderland for a weekend break may not seem that appealing. By Jonathan Gregson
The autumn is high season for lobster safaris in Western Sweden. In the glittering waters in the skerries live some of the best lobsters in the world. By Stine Daugaard
From the Valleys to the Thames, our foodie about town spills the beans on seasonal recipes, culinary tales and gastronomic gossip :Seasonal Swedish Shellfish by blogger Krystina Mitchell
10 great reasons to visit Gothenburg. Usually overshadowed by Stockholm, Gothenburg has much to tempt the discerning traveller. Victoria Larsson reports
Gothenburg's Bike Hire Scheme, by Paul Miles.
Salt & Sill ('salt and herring') is Sweden's first floating hotel. Built on pontoons in the harbour of a tiny fishing community on the herring island of Klädesholmen, you feel a million miles away from civilisation yet you're only an hour from Gothenburg. By Anouk van den Eijnde.
Göta Canal – Lady of the lakes. Travel back in time on a Swedish lake steamer by Neil Geraghty.
10 Best destinations for autumn travel – West Sweden
Gothenburg is Sweden's second city, situated on the south-west coast just three hours by train from both Stockholm and Copenhagen. By Anouk van den Eijnde.
ANDREW EAMES warms to the untouched beauty and relaxed pace of life on Sweden's west coast .
Way Out West music festival has been running only for four years but has quickly gained a reputation as being one of the best festivals in Europe. By Anouk van den Eijnde.
The Swedish Wild West has fishing boats, yachts and a jaunty tune or two, says Gavin Bell.
Postcard from Gothenburg – Marina O'Loughlin falls in love with local cheese, cured salmon and crispbread in Sweden's second.
The simple life – Off Sweden’s west coast lie thousands of little islands, which offer appealingly pared-down relaxation and sensational seafood. By Harriet O’Brien.
The forgotten islands off Sweden’s coastCold climate: warm welcome. A new ferry carries you island-hopping over the strange grey waters of the far north by Nicholas RoeRead more >>
Six things you must do in... Gothenburg, Swedenby Gareth Huw DaviesRead more >>
Sweden, Salt & Sill: The sauna boat that takes floatation therapy seriously, by Stephanie Hirschmiller
What’s the best way to look at all the creepy crawlies that live at the bottom of the sea? By ROV of course. Chris Leadbeater went to Sweden’s Koster Islands to find out more.
Word on the street: Gothenburg by Paul Croughton. Read more >>
The west coast of Sweden is a superb cruising area, so why don’t more of us sail there? Helen Fretter went to find out what we are missing…
Try somewhere different, Sweden. For a new Year treat , pack warm clothes and head for the winter wonderland of western Sweden and Swedish Lapland says Karen Yates.
Weekend travel special: Seafood treats in Sweden. It's the place where the fish is as fresh as the air says Kira Cochrane.Read more >>
Göteborg, la mélodieuse et Gunnebo, hymne au style gustavien.
Lobster Safari : Where Foodies on the Hunt for Fresh Seafood Come out of Their Shell, by Paul Ames.Read more >>
Gothenburg Christmas market: A smorgasbord of festive fun. Christmas in Gothenburg is a light- and food-filled extravaganza, by Tam Leach.Read more:
With its lively Christmas Market, ice skating rinks and pretty winding streets next to a sparkling harbour front, this Swedish city is a genuine winter delight, says Laura Evans.Read more
Bohuslän, a region of granite islands dotted with clapboard houses and eco-friendly hotels, enchants Daniel Metcalfe.Read more
Chris Madigan discovers abundant sea life, colourful cold-water reefs and wild, car-free countryside as one of the first visitors to Sweden's first marine national park in the Koster Islands. Read more
The Kosterhavet marine national park opened earlier this month on the west coast of Sweden. Chris Leadbeater tested the waters.Read more
Oyster Galore in Gothenburg. Bevery Byrne visits Sweden for a gourmet experience. Read more
Psst. Don't tell anyone. Can you keep a secret? Francesca Syz has found 10 beutiful islands around the world that the locals would rather you didn't know about. Hamneskär, West Sweden - Read more
The pace is anything but brisk on a four- day cross-country cruise on the stunning Göta Canal says Caroline Hendrie. Read more
10 Easy trips you can book now. Number 5, Grebbestad , Sweden - The best oysters in the world? Read more
Joanna Blackaby lists her 10 best sight of the West Coast of Sweden. Read more
Because as well as being one of Scandinavia's most affordable city break destinations, it's also one of its most friendly says Alexander James after visiting Gothenburg. Read more
Madeleine Winnett travelled to Sweden's west coast and experienced several fine courses - including the stunning Ladies' European Tour venue Hills. Read more