Imagine how fast the weeks and days go! Now it's Monday again, and as usual it's time for travel news here at FREEDOMtravel. This week we have been inundated with many press releases. Stay tuned!
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Sweden's campsites heading for new occupancy record in 2022
New figures from SCB/Tillväxtverket show that August 2022 was the best August month ever for Sweden's campsites. The number of guest nights increased by 5 per cent to 3.4 million. Accommodation revenues during the same period amounted to SEK 481 million, an increase of 8 per cent compared to the same period last year. This according to a press release from SCR Svensk Camping.
Siggesta Gård opens pitches - uses Acamp
Siggesta Farm on Värmdö outside Stockholm is constantly developing its position as both a destination for families with children and one of Sweden's most unique hotel and conference facilities. Now they are taking the next step by opening up fifteen pitches for motorhomes in collaboration with Acamp. "Siggesta Gård has the best conditions to offer a high quality range for motorhome tourism. We are a destination with a beautiful archipelago, rich nature, own cultivation and food crafts", says Susanne Blomberg, CEO of Siggesta Gård.
Bookings to Thailand increase
Despite the economic situation, Swedes are still keen to travel, especially to Thailand. Bookings in recent weeks have doubled compared to the weeks before and are now back at the same levels as before the pandemic. One reason may be the relatively low price level in the country. TUI also notices that Swedes are choosing to stay away longer than usual. Other trends that TUI notices is a great interest in All inclusive.
The seven most viral hotels on TikTok
On TikTok, Swedes view, share and like the most amazing hotels. Now that summer is over, it seems that Swedes are looking to realise their dreams. Data from Hotels.com shows that searches for the most magnificent hotels on TikTok have increased. Hotels.com has listed seven of the most viral hotels on TikTok this summer:
- Granada Luxury Belek, Antalya, Turkey
- La Casa de la Playa by Xcaret, Playa del Carmen, Mexico
- Arlo NoMad, New York, USA
- Stella Island, Crete, Greece
- Burj Al Arab, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Bulgari Resort Bali, Bali, Indonesia
- Pollicastro Boutique Hotel, Apulia, Italy
Where Swedes go for an autumn weekend
The end of summer does not mean that the desire to travel is diminishing - bookings to the major cities in the autumn are steady. Many Swedes chose to stay at home even this summer due to passport problems and long airport queues, which creates a craving for the autumn. Here are the top 5 for autumn weekend trips, according to Ticket's travel statistics:
United Airlines returns to Arlanda with New York route
US airline and Star Alliance member United Airlines is returning to Stockholm Arlanda Airport, resuming the popular route to its hub at Newark in New York from 28 May 2023. The airline is returning to the Swedish capital for the first time since 2019, having previously operated the route for 14 years from 2005. United will operate the Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) - Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) route daily from 28 May, using a Boeing 757-200.
Stockholm Arlanda Airport won the battle for the best shrimp sandwich.
Last week, Catarina "Matfashionistan" König and Johan "Matgeek" Hedberg sampled ten prawn sandwiches from Arlanda and Göteborg Landvetter Airport to select the best prawn sandwich for Räkmackan Day. In the end, it was Arlanda that took the victory. According to the jury, the best shrimp sandwich came from the Eatery restaurant in Terminal 5 at Arlanda, and the deciding factor was the quality, bread and flavour in relation to the price.
Reflection of the week
We like the development of camping sites on nice farms, with, for example, nature experiences and good food! We'd like to try the site at Siggesta Farm. And why not a prawn sandwich at Arlanda on occasion?
Did you miss last week's travel news? Read the Best airline and best Swedish car park
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Anna in Portugal says:
It's strange that Landvetter doesn't win the shrimp sandwich competition, they have the best conditions for serving good fresh shrimp... I've never been attracted to Thailand actually.
17 October 2022 - 9:43
Helena says:
You have a point there! I didn't even think about it, but I agree, they should have a head start that way!
17 October 2022 - 16:01
bosses says:
You must have missed Värmskogs café. You won't find a shrimp sandwich like this anywhere. Google it and don't miss a visit.
17 October 2022 - 10:57
Helena says:
Yes, we have missed that! Now they were not included in this particular test, but thanks for the tip! 🙂
17 October 2022 - 16:02
Yossu says:
I live in Mariestad and often walk through a camping area, and it is clear that interest in camping has increased. Probably a lot of people chose to camp during the pandemic and have stuck with it ever since.
18 October 2022 - 19:00