It was Monday again, which as usual means travel news here at FREEDOMtravel. Incidentally, this is not just any Monday. Today, direct flights - for the first time in a long time - start running between Stockholm and Tunisia, and we will step on board! You can read more about this, and other travel news from the week, here.
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Bilprovningen: Serious flaws in one in five caravans.
Of the nearly 19,000 caravans inspected by Bilprovningen in 2022, three out of ten had defects. The most common (19 per cent) were remarks against components in the brake system. Another common fault is that the push-on device, which has a limited movement, starts to work too late when braking. Car testing tips for the camping season:
- Check the tyres: tread depth, cracks, damage, age and air pressure.
- Check the brakes and have them serviced if necessary.
- Check the lights and the trailer plug.
- Check the condition of the batteries.
- Check that the ventilation is working.
- When parking and camping, protect the tyres from sunlight.
- Ensure that the caravan has been inspected and passed a gas test.
Summer holidays increase despite warm weather
The hot start to the summer does not seem to dampen Swedes' demand for foreign travel. According to the latest statistics from the travel agency Ticket, bookings for summer holidays are as much as 22 percent higher compared to the same period in 2019. This is where Swedes are travelling this summer according to Ticket:
New hotel experience in Västerås - under the stars
On a roof terrace in the centre of Västerås City, in a so-called "Glass Dome", the Plaza Rooftop Hotel is now opening - an exclusive and unique hotel experience. In the Plaza Rooftop Hotel, guests sleep with a view of the stars. The initiative is part of an exciting new collaboration between Hotel Plaza and one of Sweden's strongest brands, the world-renowned bed supplier Hästens, which has a factory in the neighbouring municipality of Köping. The Plaza Rooftop Hotel will be open from the end of June to September.
Three boat lines will operate in Norrtälje Harbour this summer.
Norrtälje Harbour is ready to welcome an exciting and vibrant summer when the archipelago traffic will soon start. Again this year, three boat lines will run from Norrtälje and out into the archipelago. The first tour starts on 26 June and runs until 20 August, with daily departures in some cases. Information on times, prices and departures can be found on Norrtälje municipality's website Norrtalje.se.
Many concerts and festivals in Poland in summer 2023
With summer comes the festival season in Poland. The country offers a variety of musical, cultural and historical events. When it comes to music festivals, there is plenty to choose from: jazz, electronic music, rock, pop, country and alternative music. Many of the festivals are beautifully located, close to nature or with a city feel - typical of Poland! Here you can find a list of Polish events in summer 2023.
Direct flights from Stockholm to Tunisia
After many years of not having a direct line between Sweden and the UK, the Tunisia there is now a direct flight. Today, 19 June 2023, the airline Nouvelair will start flying directly between Stockholm Arlanda and the capital Tunis. The flight will operate once a week, on Mondays, and the journey will take just under four hours. The return journey will also be on Mondays. We (Peter and Helena at FREEDOMtravel) are on the first flight, and you can follow the trip to Tunisia on Instagram at @freedomtravelnews.
Reflection of the week
We visited Tunisia in 2021 and fell in love with this beautiful and exciting North African country. It is really fun that they have started with a direct line from Stockholm! For our part, it will be fantastic to see the country again, and of course to experience new places!
Did you miss the last travel news? Read the Reduced interest in these trips - and this is where Swedes are travelling?
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Ditte says:
Wish you a nice stay in Tuisien I used to work here for a few seasons and it was very nice and fun. Remember extra Djerba and Sidi Bou Said.
But in those days it was often difficult for a female tour guide to do the job in the smaller villages and towns. But definitely easier than travelling alone in Egypt.
19 June 2023 - 12:21
Helena says:
Thank you Ditte! Understand that you remember Djerba and Sidi Bou Said extra, we visited these places last time and liked them a lot!!! Being a female tour guide is a different kind of experience of course!!!
19 June 2023 - 12:54