Date: Thu, 17 May 2001 16:33:21 GMT From: gutgepflegtnopsamail.com (Dernon Ruton) Subject: Re: Newenglander visiting Sweden
Dear Mr. Emge: I've been neither to Trollhatten nor Malm–. But I have been to Stockholm and G–teborg, and as I assume you are flying to Sweden from the US, you are likely to have at least a little time to spend in Stockholm. I remember both of these cities with what I hope and believe is a discriminating tourist's eye. My impressions may be of some interest to you. Stockholm is both dignified and lively. Do not fail to visit and tour the Stockholm City Hall (no kidding) -- it's breathtaking. In addition, the Stockholm Archipelago consists of countless islands; arrange a boat ride. Tour some of the residential neighborhoods across the river only a few subway stops away from Gamla Stan (the Old City). G–teborg is a little more bohemian, on the other coast, and criss-crossed by trolley car routes. The museums and public places are marvelous. So is the food, in both cities, in fact. They smoke too much over there, you'll find, but their English outdoes that of most native US speakers. I boned up on a little basic Swedish as a lark before I went and only had one real occasion when I had to use it: with the elderly proprietors of a B&B off the beaten path in G–teborg. It worked! But everyone on whom I tried it out was indulgent, patient, and flattered. I think not many visitors try, but it's not really too alien for an English-speaker. Try it! One final observation: you'll be there close to the summer solstice. When you're way up north, observe the Northern Lights and the nearly endless daytimes: like 18 hours of sunlight, or so I've heard. I made this trip before I became a Saab owner. But I understand why mine loves the cold weather. If you're so inclined, I'd be pleased to hear your impressions when you return Wish you a happy trip! God resa till Sverige! Dernon Ruton gutgepflegtnopsamail.com * * * * * On Wed, 16 May 2001 22:37:55 -0700, "Ryan O. Emge" <presidentnopsamab.org> wrote: >Saab Owners, > >I am from New England and am planning on visiting Sweden early June of this >year. I would like to find out about some great lodging opportunities, >sights, saab sights and other various places I should check out while I am >there. I plan to be in Malmo until the weekend and then in Trollhatten until >that Monday the 18th. >One important part of this trip is that I get a chance to explore the design >center and possibly meet the head designer, Michael Mauer and speak to other >Saab automobile designers during my stay. If someone might have some answers >to my questions that would be great. I look forward to hearing from anyone >that can lend a helping hand. Thanks. > >Best Regards, > >Ryan Emge > > > >
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