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We're Swedish Island Custodians.

For the next 12 months we are the official custodians of the humble island in the Stockholm archipelago known as Skötbådan.

VistiSweden

There are 267,570 islands in Sweden.

That's more than any other country in the world. In fact, it's so many that they decided to have a global contest to give away five of them for one year. Thanks to hearing about the contest on the radio, an incredible opportunity emerged. We had 60 seconds to make our case.

THE CONTEST

What's in a name?

Our family's last name wasn't always Holmer. But why it changed and what it means is why we're headed to Sweden! Watch our entry video to learn how.

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THE ISLAND

"An excellent destination...for costal artillery combat divers"

Skötbådan has been described in local press as a collection of exposed rocks in the Baltic Sea that is challenging to reach. But who doesn't love a good challenge?

Conde Nast Traveler

"Located in the Baltic Sea, the island of Skötbådan is nearly impossible to reach—but they're not complaining.

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Norrtelje Tidning

"Local experts do not consider the island a big win, describing it as an exposed rock best suited for attack divers."

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Have Clothes Will Travel

"The kind of summer travel story most of us would assume only happens in a very charming Scandinavian novel."

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It's all about Allemansrätten.

We don't actually own the island. It's free for anyone to visit because that's what Sweden is all about. Allemansrätten is the "right of public access" that allows anyone to enjoy the natural beauty of Sweden.
But if the Chicago Bears are looking for a stadium site, we can at least begin talks.

FOLLOW ALONG

Vi älskar Sverige!

What does Wisconsin have in common with Sweden? Are there relatives we didn't even know that we'll meet? What's the Costco hot dog like? How many cups of coffee can we consume in a day? What's the greatest Potato Chip in all of Sweden? Follow along on Instagram and YouTube!

Get In Touch

Have questions about the trip? An idea for something we should do while we are in Sweden?
Reach out below!