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07 July 2020 / 18 Comments

Some photos from Peter's 60th birthday

Yesterday we celebrated Peter's 60th birthday, and here are some photos from the day and the celebration. We thought it would be a rather quiet day with Peter's brother on Blidö, but one surprise after another.

11 June 2020 / 20 Comments

Which countries celebrate Midsummer? - and how do they celebrate?

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Which countries actually celebrate Midsummer? And how is Midsummer celebrated in different countries? We have read about the celebrations around Europe, in connection with the summer solstice and St John the Baptist's Day. Perhaps you can add to this and tell us more?

10 June 2020 / 13 Comments

Why do we celebrate Midsummer? - traditions and rituals

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Why do we celebrate Midsummer? With the Midsummer holiday fast approaching, we take the opportunity to explore the traditions and rituals associated with Midsummer.

28 April 2020 / 12 Comments

7 things to do instead in corona time - don't cancel, change!

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You can't travel, you can't see older relatives (or grandchildren) and you can't crowd the pub. The yoga class might be cancelled, the museums are closed and there are no football matches to watch. So, what can you do? Let's try to think along the lines of "Don't cancel, reschedule".

11 April 2020 / 17 Comments

Easter traditions in the world - 10 different Easter customs

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There are many different Easter traditions in the world, some more odd than others. This year, some traditions may have to be cancelled due to a curfew in the name of Corona, while other "home" traditions can continue as usual. Here are some Easter traditions that might (in our eyes) be considered a bit different...

02 April 2020 / 10 Comments

Easter in Sweden - 12 Swedish Easter traditions

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This year is Easter in Sweden for many, so we thought we'd talk about Swedish Easter traditions. We list 12 Easter traditions that are, or have been, common in Sweden. Which of these traditions are important to you? Do you have a completely different, slightly odd tradition?

18 March 2020 / 68 Comments

15 things to do when you are bored

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What can you do when you are bored at home? Right now, many people are spending a lot of time at home. Maybe your holiday trip has been cancelled or you are in home quarantine because of this nasty coronavirus. Here are our top tips for things to do when you're bored.

17 March 2020 / 25 Comments

Coronavirus in the world - read the bloggers' reports

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How is the coronavirus situation in the world? Like most people these days, we are following the news reports on the coronavirus in various media. We also follow blogs, and we have to say that sometimes it is particularly interesting to get those everyday glimpses from around the world.

20 February 2020 / 11 Comments

Time for a list - Have? Who? Which one? What?

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Today it will be a list here at FREEDOMtravel. I (Helena) has been super cold and tired for several days and slept lotsso it seems appropriate today to answer a bunch of pre-formulated questions. Do you have a blog? Feel free to join in and answer the list too!

18 February 2020 / 40 Comments

12 questions for Helena - what exactly do I do?

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What do I actually work with? By popular demand (or well, one person has asked), I (Helena) thought I would tell you a little more about my job. This is a travel blog, but we thought you might also want to know a little more about us as people. So today it will be a little more about my other job. I tell you by asking myself some questions!