What really stirs behind the pretty facades of villages, like the Swedish one in which mystery series Wallander is set? asks Graham Reid.

Abi Jackson rounds up some elevated accommodation options and finds treehouse living has come a long way.

A piece of history brought back from the depth leaves Graham Reid in awe.

When this unique slice of Swedish real estate came to market some 200 bidders wanted to get their hands on it.

Nordic skating is a favourite winter pastime on the pristine ice that stretches amid the islands of Stockholm's archipelago, writes Aglaja Adam.

Robert Pattinson reveals that part of his derriere had to be censored in the latest intallment of the Twilight franchise.

Scandinavia's frozen north is a magical winter wonderland, complete with reindeer, huskies and Santa-spotting locales.

In the frozen north of Scandinavia, Lapland is starting to look its seasonal best, says Chris Leadbeater.

Almost 2000 protesters plan to occupy Auckland's Aotea Square for the next six weeks.