It was Monday again and time for our regular travel news, FREEDOMtravel News. Today we can, among other things, report that caravan sales are expected to rise in 2019 and that Telenor removes roaming charges in several countries. Tomorrow we will return with reports from Elmia Husvagn Husbil 2018. Don't miss it!
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This is where the campers went in Summer Sweden
When Sweden's leading campsite chain First Camp summarised the past summer, the lists of Swedes, Danes and Germans are topped by destinations in southern Sweden, while Norwegian visitors prefer northern Sweden. Every fourth guest at First Camp is either Norwegian, German, Danish or Dutch. This is what the top lists look like, broken down by visitor nationality:
- Swedes: Tylösand, Åhus, Kolmården
- Norwegians: Luleå, Umeå, Karlstad
- Germans: Malmö, Åhus, Mölle
- Danes: Mölle, Malmö, Torekov
- Dutch: Malmö, Åhus, Mölle
Upwards for caravans in 2019
This year, caravan sales have declined slightly, while motorhomes have continued to grow. Next year, caravan sales in Sweden are expected to increase by 1.8 per cent, while motorhomes are expected to lose 5.2 per cent compared to this year. This is according to a recent industry survey commissioned by Elmia Husvagn Husbil.
In a five-year perspective, retailers believe that the industry is "at least as strong then as now". Campandet's popularity is linked to security in Sweden, the freedom of mobile life, health trends and the quest for a climate-smart life.
One in three people find it hard to be back in everyday life
Despite a nice and long summer, one in three Swedes find it difficult to be back in everyday life, according to a SIFO survey commissioned by Resia. More women than men find it hard, and it is worst for those between 35 and 49 years old. The people of Småland are the least affected, while those living in upper Norrland think it is the most difficult. This is how Swedes choose to cope with the unpleasant feeling:
- Returning to my normal routines without much reflection (49 %)
- Indulging in my current hobbies (28 %)
- Booking or preparing a new trip (23 %)
- Other/doubtful (13 %)
- Finding new hobbies (6 %)
Viking Line launches tasting menu
Viking Line has a long-term collaboration with the Swedish National Culinary Team to improve the dining experience on board, and has previously launched several new buffets. This autumn's news is an exclusive tasting menu, which is served on Viking Cinderella and on the Helsinki vessels Gabriella and Mariella.
On the Cinderella, the menu is only served to 12 guests at a time, and the ten sittings are already sold out. During September, the menu will also be served at the No Name and Plate restaurants on board Mariella and Gabriella.
7 out of 10 autumn holiday trips are booked with ving
Ving reports that 71% of their autumn holiday trips are already booked. More than half choose trips to the Canary Islands for the autumn holidays, especially Tenerife and Gran Canaria. Destinations such as Cyprus, Egypt, Turkey, Thailand and Aruba beckons.
Telenor removes roaming charges in several countries
Telenor is now extending the possibility to surf without roaming charges abroad. Telenor's new offers will be launched on 6 September and will remove roaming charges for surfing in Turkey, USA, Switzerland, Andorra, Serbia and Montenegro. Telenor is also already free of roaming charges in Thailand, Malaysia, Myanmar and the entire EU/EEA. At the same time, the company chooses to remove all lock-in periods from its subscriptions.
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Reiselinda says:
I'll have to take a closer look at Telenor's changes. Otherwise, no surprises really.
10 September 2018 - 7:17
Helena says:
The cancelled roaming charges sound great! Too bad they didn't change it before we went into Switzerland... 😉.
10 September 2018 - 15:46
Lillan Child says:
Yes, it is really hard to return to everyday life. When you've experienced a few weeks of freedom and owning your own time, you almost get withdrawal symptoms when you have to put on your favourite shirt and return to the demands of your job.
10 September 2018 - 7:50
Helena says:
It is not easy to change, I agree! It is important to find small things in everyday life to look forward to 🙂 .
10 September 2018 - 15:46
Snows says:
Many Germans like to stay in southern Sweden. Close and good, quite simply. There have been a lot of Germans in our country and quite a few are still here.
10 September 2018 - 9:17
Helena says:
Southern Sweden is closer for the Germans, so perhaps it's not surprising that they choose that part of the country!
10 September 2018 - 15:47
Britt-Marie Lundgren says:
As for getting back to work, I've been working almost all summer after our early holiday. I think it goes quite well if you have something planned to look forward to. After a few short trips, Mexico awaits in November....
When it comes to caravans, I think many younger families find it a perfect way to holiday. We have seen several examples of this in our neighbourhood.
10 September 2018 - 9:45
Helena says:
Oh Mexico, how exciting!!! Hope to hear more! 🙂 And it is certainly true that it is younger families who choose a caravan, it is cheaper and a good way to holiday with the whole family!
10 September 2018 - 15:49
Mr Nils-Åke Hansson says:
Interesting about Telenor's changes
10 September 2018 - 10:12
Helena says:
I agree! It does make it easier to travel in these countries, including Switzerland.
10 September 2018 - 15:49
Anette says:
For me, everyday life will continue to be anything but everyday for a while longer.
The abolition of roaming charges is so good, finally?
10 September 2018 - 10:53
Helena says:
Agree with the roaming charges, finally! Hope more companies follow suit and that the number of countries is increased over time.
10 September 2018 - 15:50
Liniz Travel says:
I had the tasting menu at Viking Cinderella last weekend and it was really GOOD:
http://liniztravel.com/2018/09/02/9-ratters-middag-som-svenska-kocklandslaget-komponerat-at-viking-cinderella/
Eat it if you have the opportunity 🙂
Hugs
10 September 2018 - 13:15
Helena says:
Looks really good! 🙂
10 September 2018 - 15:51
Lennart says:
Great with three surfing options!
10 September 2018 - 14:26
Helena says:
Right!?
10 September 2018 - 15:51
Across the board says:
It would also be very interesting if Telenor abolished the 4-month limit because it is a major burden!
10 September 2018 - 14:35
Helena says:
The four-month limit...? Does this mean that you only avoid roaming for the first four months or?
10 September 2018 - 15:52
Across the board says:
Under EU rules, operators are entitled to charge for calls and data traffic abroad if you spend more time abroad than in Sweden during a 4-month period and the majority of your traffic is abroad. However, it is not a must but a right the operator has - but it is far too common that this happens. That is, after 4 months it will be like in the past 🙁
11 September 2018 - 21:00
BP says:
No direct surprises here, but good with Telenor. They have merged with Bredbandsbolaget. I wonder if it played a role in abolishing roaming charges, which so many other companies already cancelled earlier this year.
10 September 2018 - 16:42
Helena says:
Roaming charges in the EU and some other countries were already abolished, but the new thing is that they are also abolished in Switzerland and other countries.
11 September 2018 - 6:33
Husis blog says:
Good to be able to go abroad without thinking about surfing, so Telenor is right out. Too bad that they simultaneously raise their prices by about 15% in some cases.
10 September 2018 - 18:24
Helena says:
Yes indeed, it has to go this way! Oh, do they? Of course, it's no fun in that case.
11 September 2018 - 6:35
Lena - good for the soul says:
But wow, go Telenor! Just waiting for Telia then... 🙂 🙂
I'm a bit conflicted about everyday life. On the one hand, it is nice with routines and on the other hand I think "can you not retire soon so you can do what you want". Although of course you can not do everything you want anyway 🙂
Hug Lena
10 September 2018 - 19:01
Helena says:
I recognise myself in your thoughts on everyday life!
11 September 2018 - 6:35