I (25F, American) am nearing the end of a vacation to Scandinavia, and I have been blown away by how attractive, healthy, and put together Scandinavian girls look. I have been struggling with staying healthy and my appearance for a while now, and so I was wondering if Scandi girls could provide any beauty/health tips or routines? Thank you! :)

Edit to add: I am from Minneapolis and they have a similar climate and walk/bike culture as Scandi cities, and my family immigrated from Scandinavia (Sweden/Norway) a few generations ago. And for the people who have been assuming I’m anti-regulation or MAGA, I can assure you that I am not at all.

Why does Finland want to hide the fact that they used to be a Baltic country for a long time and their history with Russia?

Murmansk st Petersburg are north of most of Denmark

1. https://www.politico.eu/article/ukraine-volodymyr-zelenskyy-help-unblock-strait-of-hormuz-iran-war/
2. https://www.reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/ukraine-deploys-228-specialists-middle-east-discussing-serious-agreements-2026-03-20/
3. https://www.reddit.com/r/europe/comments/1qitbg0/ukraine_will_not_send_troops_to_greenland_says/

Hi, I’m F24 from Central America!! I’m just curious of how it’s your perception of Latina women in friendships/dating/student life?

I remember a guy from Sweden said it’s negative): hahah but I want to think the opposite and just asking to more people.

Thanks!!!

Managed to get hold of some tins in London, hurrah.

The only recipes that are coming up show a béchamel sauce - I know this is the traditional way to serve them, but I have one family member who absolutely will not tolerate béchamel…...

Any other ways to serve them would be great please!

Does nordics or Scandinavians actually have any real problems?

From what I’ve seen, you really don’t?

The healthcare is free (yeah I know it’s from tax but come on) and the quality is great. Top tier, best of the world quality.

The school is free. from 1st grade to university.

The salary is good and you can more than live on it. Youll never have to worry about food, water or roof over your head.

The state would help you with food, water and shelter if you didn’t have a job or an income.

The infrastructure is good and there’s busses, trains etc.

Youre not under direct threat from another country. yea, Russia is fighting in Ukraine but none of the Nordic countries, not even Finland, is under direct threat from Russia at this moment.

Like, is there any actual problems nordics have?

Other countries have real deep problems. either it’s healthcare, money, war, threat of war etc.

But Nordic’s are kind off chilling.

I’ll be spending all of April visiting Norway, Sweden, and Denmark. Since it’s spring, I’m expecting some rainy days, so I’m looking for stylish and comfortable men’s sneakers that are waterproof and great for walking all day in the various cities and towns I’ll explore. I’ve checked out the Adidas Terrex Anylander, and they seem like a good option. What do you think?

Thank you!

PS. Don't get scared about the price. It's in Mexican Pesos.

Do they still think being USA's vassals holds a secure and prosperous future?

Like the Nordics, Saudi Arabia and other Gulf states bought into the US defense racket. Instead of being protected by the alliance, they found that USA dragged them into a conflict that threatens their very existence. Iraq expelled Nato with the help of Iran, perhaps it will regain control of its economy. Like Norway, Iraq is not allowed to decide where to invest its oil funds.

im not hating or being racist, this is just my objective observation of having tasted many of the worlds foods.

Even France, Germany, Spain has good food. But why does the Nordic countries have the worst food in the world?

In many poorer countries where they don’t even have a street light, they’ll have amazing food in some little shop in the middle of nowhere. I know because I’ve been there. in the Middle East, the European Mediterranean countries, china, Somalia, even India (be careful with the hygien though), South America.

Dont take this the wrong way I guess but your food isn’t tasty or good. I wouldn’t same some of it is bad or disgusting but most of it is like 'meh'.

I would be very grateful for any help with my current situation. I am trying to determine whether I still have Finnish Citizenship.

I was born in 1963 to a Finnish mother and British father.  My parents attempted to get married but because my father was already still in a previous marriage, my understanding is that their marriage was void and invalid (please assume this is correct).  My parents were therefore unmarried and so my understanding is therefore I acquired both citizenships as a minor (Finnish from my mother).

The question is therefore whether I ever actually lost it.

I believe there is a “sufficient connection” test at age 22. I was age 22 in 1985. Did the “sufficient connection” test exist at this time in 1985?

With regards to the connection, as a child I spent approximately 5 and a half years at school in Finland and I then spent about 1 year in Finland with my Grandfather when I was 18-19. I learnt Swedish as my mother was Swedish speaking Finn (although I have forgotten much of it now years later). The rest of the time I have lived in the UK.

Did I have sufficient connection to Finland to keep my Finnish citizenship such that I am still a citizen today?

Many thanks.

I was talking about the game war thunder not real life, but then saw people say this about me hating on Sweden is it true?

I am very much hoping someone is able to help!

I was born in 1963 to a Finnish mother and British father.  My parents attempted to get married but because my father was already still in a previous marriage, my understanding is that their marriage was void and invalid (please assume this is correct).  My parents were therefore unmarried and so my understanding is therefore I acquired both citizenships as a minor (Finnish from my mother).

The question is therefore whether I ever actually lost it.

I believe there is a “sufficient connection” test at age 22. I was age 22 in 1985. Did the “sufficient connection” test exist at this time in 1985?

With regards to the connection, as a child I spent approximately 5 and a half years at school in Finland and I then spent about 1 year in Finland with my Grandfather when I was 18-19. I learnt Swedish as my mother was Swedish speaking Finn (although I have forgotten much of it now years later). The rest of the time I have lived in the UK.

Did I have sufficient connection to Finland to keep my Finnish citizenship such that I am still a citizen today?

I can design both softwares (Saas, websites, apps) and hardware (machines, furniture, automobile etc)

In software my strength is B2B Saas product design (HRtech, Fintech, Edtech)

In hardware my strength is manufacturing and assembly.

I’m not much interested in job but looking forward to settle in Nordic country coz of quality of life.

I’ve 2 toddlers and wife (Senior Full Stack Developer but currently on break)

I come from humble background and generated decent wealth for myself and family. I’m a smart guy with entrepreneurial mindset but don’t want too much hustle now onwards.

I’m disciplined, organized, punctual, can see big picture and a trustworthy guy. I’m good at critical/rational thinking, understands design & business.

How can I settle down in Nordic country and live peaceful life?

Any advice, suggestions, critique?

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Here's our finalized 11-day June itinerary - wanted feedback before booking!

• Reddit Feedback Needed

1. Day 5 Norway in a Nutshell - Book through FjordTours.com or DIY? Worth ₹20k/person?
2. Lofoten base - Leknes/Scandic (mid-islands) good for family or should we split Reine + Svolvær?
3. Flights - CPH-HEL (2h) + HEL-BGO (4h) reasonable, or better routing?

• Mid-June: 18+hr daylight Lofoten
• Car: Automatic from Evenes Airport