If you have decided to spend a semester or more in Stockholm, you are probably looking forward to more than just seeing what the Swedish education system is like. An exchange program lets you explore a different place, meet new people, and experience a lot of new things. Choosing accommodation that not only facilitates that, but actively encourages it, can act as a shortcut to make it both quicker and easier for you. When you are a part of a coliving community, you are already part of a social network, where interaction comes naturally. Casual conversation with someone while making dinner in the shared kitchen can quickly lead into a new friendship, and having people around can provide a significant amount of support when trying to get accustomed to a new place.
There is also the purely practical part; Since exchange programs are generally for a pre-determined period, like a single term or academic year, you will need to find accommodations that match that period. Which is easier said than done, especially in Stockholm. Student housing is often quite limited for the Stockholm universities, and may not even be an option offered to exchange students at all. And outside of the university you are likely to find that many private landlords prioritise long-term tenants, or are only offering contracts for a few months. Choosing an option that lets you define the period that you need housing for can help avoid a lot of headache or having to rely on jumping between short-term options for the entire period.
Finally, you have the security of renting directly from a company that has accommodated a lot of exchange students. We are well aware of the challenges and concerns that come up as you’re getting ready to move abroad. From our direction, we want to make sure that you feel that everything related to your accommodations are as clear as possible, and that you are excited about Allihoop being a part of your journey. For that reason we provide as much information about our studios as possible, and offer hands-on support throughout the entire booking process and subsequent stay.
