Travelettes

Meet the Travelettes: A life and travel update

May 19, 2018

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When your team is scattered all over the planet like the Travelettes are, it's sometimes a little hard to keep each other in the loop about current projects and life in general. So when I recently started messaging the girls for a life update, I thought why not let you guys take part in it, too. The seven of us are always on the run as you'll see, but I was [...]

Why You should Visit Sweden in Winter

December 19, 2017

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Sweden

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At first thought, short dark days and below-freezing temperatures might not sound like a dream winter travel destination. But despite these attributes, Sweden is the perfect place for your winter travels! If there is somewhere that gets winter right, it’s Sweden. And this is coming from a Canadian who lives in -20° temperatures for most of the year. Since ex[...]

10 Must Have Experiences in Sweden in Winter

December 11, 2017

Kathi

Off the beaten track, Sweden

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Winter is dark and cold in Scandinavia, but there are plenty of activities and experiences to brighten up your days! While many people flock to Sweden during the summer to take advantage of those endless summer days, pristine nature and of course the delicious treats served on and around Midsummer festivities, it is actually also a brilliant winter destinati[...]

5 reasons why Sweden is the No.1 budget choice for nature lovers

December 6, 2017

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Off the beaten track, Sweden, Wanderlust F

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I know, I know - "Sweden" and "budget" is not a common combination. Sweden is famous for being one of the most expensive countries to travel to. Accommodation is expensive, food is expensive, wine is crazy expensive. How can anyone go to Sweden for a budget trip? If what you’re after in Sweden is a nature experience, you'll be surprised at how this country [...]

Women on the Trail: Hiking Fjällräven Classic Sweden

September 15, 2017

Kathi

Adventure Travel, Mountains, Sweden, Wanderlust F

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Nervously, I shoulder my backpack and carry it across the campsite. Doesn't feel too bad - I've carried heavier things before! Just never for this long... After a few steps I stop, standing before my judge - the scale hanging off a tree, ready to tell me the awful truth. I take off my backpack and set it to the ground - big mistake. I struggle to lift it hig[...]

Spa Retreat or Festival? With this you won't have to choose.

July 20, 2016

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Favs F, Festivals, Off the beaten track

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Heading out for a weekend long festival with friends might sound like tons of fun, but not necessarily rest and relaxation. In the same way, a week-long retreat probably conjures up images of meditation and massages, but maybe not loads of fun and unforgettable memories. Until now. What if I told you there's a way to enjoy both the invigorating experie[...]

7 Reasons Why Everyone should do a Road Trip in Southern Sweden

February 12, 2016

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Road Trips, Sweden, Wanderlust F

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I have been living and studying in Lund, which is in Southern Sweden, for one and a half years now. Whenever I manage to squeeze some breaks into my busy study schedule, I try to explore as much of this amazing country as possible. This urge to wander led me and my friends to do a road trip around Southern Sweden - and I came to believe, that everyone should[...]

5 Reasons to love Midsommar

June 23, 2012

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Must do's, Sweden

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Every year around the end of June, I become incredibly envious of Swedish people. Not that I don't usually wish I was Swedish (because, let's face it, Sweden is just too cool) but once the photos of my Swedish friends celebrating Midsommar pop up on Facebook, I find it very hard to keep calm. What makes Midsommar so special, I hear you ask? Here are the to[...]

The Essence of Sweden - Moose, Kayaks and Sleeping in Trees

July 29, 2011

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Inspiration, Sweden

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I have never been to Sweden, but nonetheless, I somehow grew up with this country. I read all of Astrid Lindgrens novels at least twice, went to IKEA with my parents on the regular, drank Fläder Saft and ate Kötbullar meat balls. I even had a Swedish Aupair. Childhood days are long gone, but the presence of Sweden in everyday life is still around. These days[...]

Amazing Hotels - 6 nights to remember

May 19, 2011

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Hotels, Inspiration

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As far as I'm concerned, hotels ought to ideally fulfill two main conditions: a bed and a roof. Maybe the price ought to be factored in as well. Until not too long ago, I thought that I would rather spend money on exploring the places I traveled in, than on the bed I slept in at night. A hotel, to me, was merely a place to regain my energies for the followin[...]

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