New berth and luxury 'roof top terrace' on ferry

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New pitches in one of Sweden's municipalities and a really luxurious roof top terrace on one of Finland's ferries - these are some of this week's travel news. In addition, we report on the latest news on what applies to visits to Germany.

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New motorhome parking spaces in Karlstad

There are now nine new motorhome pitches in the centre of Karlstad for the 2021 summer season. The pitches are located on Sävegatan in Sundsta, a stone's throw from Sundstatjärn. It is allowed to stay overnight on the pitches and there is electricity in connection with the pitches. There are also parking spaces for motorhomes that are not intended for overnight stays.

The shrimp sandwich makes a comeback at SJ

After a temporary break during the pandemic, it is finally time for the king of travel food, SJ's shrimp sandwich, to make a long-awaited comeback. From 1 June, it will be back on all trains with service. To accompany the shrimp sandwich, you can choose a rosé wine that is new to the range, Rosas rosé organic, or why not the summer mineral water from Loka, pear/flea.

Viking Line's new ships have the most lavish outdoor dining area in the Baltic Sea.

At the beginning of 2022, Viking Line's new climate-smart vessel Viking Glory will enter service on the Stockholm - Stockholm route.Mariehamn-Turku. Now the shipping company reveals that the ship will be delivered with the Baltic Sea's first real roof top terrace, located on deck 11. Viking Terrace will be opened up for sun worshippers on warmer days but, thanks to glazing and infrared heating, will be a protected oasis even during cooler times. Here, travellers can enjoy premium breakfast, hot and cold dishes, drinks and entertainment.

Snälltåget is travelling to Vemdalen and Ramundberget this summer.

Snälltåget is establishing a summer initiative together with Destination Vemdalen, Storhogna Högfjällshotell & Spa, SkiStar Vemdalen, Vemdalsskalets Högfjällshotell, AGO in Vemdalen and Ramundberget. This means that Snälltåget and its partners can offer travellers sustainable travel to Vemdalen and Ramundberget during the high season weeks 28-32.

Germany opens for vaccinated and recovered travellers

Summer is coming and Germany is opening up to vaccinated and recovered travellers (with certificates!). The opening is different depending on the state: Schleswig-Holstein opened for tourism on 17 May, Bavaria on 21 May and Lower Saxony only opens for domestic tourists. However, please note that there are many changes, and rules and recommendations can change at short notice. You can find up-to-date information at German Tourist Board website, as well as on the websites of the different Länder.

Reflection of the week

It still feels like the rules about travelling to other countries are a bit complicated, but at least we are starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Otherwise, we are happy for new pitches - it will be crowded on campsites and pitches this summer.

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