We are incredibly proud to share some exciting news: we have been named Entrepreneurs of the Year in Vaxholm 2025 (Årets Företagare i Vaxholm) by Företagarna, Sweden’s largest business network.
This annual award celebrates entrepreneurs who contribute to their community with innovation, growth, and passion. Here’s what the jury said about us:
“Milena and Jedrzej have strengthened Vaxholm’s profile as an outdoor destination and successfully attracted both Swedish and international visitors to kayak in the archipelago — even in winter. Their passion, commitment, and entrepreneurial spirit have created a thriving year-round business that puts Vaxholm on the map.”
Our work with kayak rentals and guided tours has always been about more than paddling — it’s about helping people discover the beauty of the Stockholm Archipelago in all seasons. From peaceful summer paddling to ice-filled winter adventures, we’re proud to offer experiences that connect people to nature and each other.
Over the past seven years, we’ve grown into a well-established archipelago company with a passionate team and visitors from all over the world. This recognition is not just for us, but for everyone who has paddled with us, supported us, and helped make our dream a reality.
We want to give our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has worked with us — past and present. Whether for a season, a project, or over many years, your energy, ideas, and love for nature have helped shape what Skärgårdens Kanotcenter is today. This is our shared success.
To make the celebration even sweeter, we were surprised with a classic Swedish Princess Cake (Prinsesstårta) — a true honor and a delicious moment we’ll never forget! 🎂💚
We are deeply grateful to Företagarna Vaxholm for this honor — and to our amazing guests, staff, and local partners for being part of this journey. Here’s to many more years of wild, salty, magical adventures in the archipelago! 💙🛶✨
