Then it was Monday again! The weeks are flying by at breakneck speed, aren’t they? This week it’s about cruise ships and trains, as well as how much you actually drink on holiday. Hold on tight!
New top notes for the Swedish campsites 2025
The camping industry in Sweden continues to grow. Recent statistics from the Swedish Growth Agency show that the number of guest nights at Swedish campsites increased by 3.9 percent in the period June-August 2025 to a total of 12.8 million – the highest number ever. Statistics in brief – summer 2025 (June – August):
- June-August: Camping is the largest form of accommodation for European tourists in Sweden (45% of all overnight stays in tourist accommodation)
- Total number of guest nights: 12.8 million (+3.9%)
- Swedish guest nights: increased by 3.9%
- International guest nights: increased by 3.0%
Traveled more with Finnlines this summer – now the themed cruises await
During the summer, 14 percent more private passengers traveled with Finnlines compared to 2024, mainly thanks to a 38 percent increase on the route to Poland. Other lines also showed clear growth, including a 19 percent increase at Kapellskär – Långnäs – Nådendal.
In October there are several exciting activities for children on cruises between Sweden and Finland. The children can participate in candy bingo, pumpkin hunting and face painting. In addition, the cruise is visited by witches, magicians and clowns!
Viking Line halves food waste on board
In less than a year, Viking Line, in collaboration with Gothenburg company Generation Waste, has almost halved food waste on the ships Viking Glory and Viking Grace. The reduction is largely based on careful analyzes and adjustments in the way the restaurant kitchen works on board.
It is not possible to completely eliminate the presence of food waste in a restaurant business, but the waste can also be used more sustainably. The food waste from Viking Grace, Viking Glory and Viking XPRS (which operates between Helsinki and Tallinn) is used as a feedstock for biogas.
Gothenburg’s best shrimp sandwich 2025 has been named
No dish is as associated with Gothenburg as the shrimp sandwich, and just before Shrimp Day on October 14, thatsup investigated where you can find the tastiest shrimp sandwich in the city.
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This year the jury gathered at Hotel Pigalle, where a total of eleven sandwiches would be tested before a winner could be crowned. Finally it was clear that Swedish Taste’s shrimps were taking home the win – for the second time! This is possible with a total score of 96 out of 115.
Four in ten drink more on holiday
A new Sifo study by travel agency Ticket shows that four in ten Swedes drink more on holiday, and a quarter eat less healthily, but many also use the holiday to read, sleep and recover. The result also shows that 20 percent exercise more during the holidays, but almost as many people exercise less (15 percent). Only 15 percent say they don’t change their lifestyle at all while traveling.
TUI launches Calabria from Gothenburg
Next summer, the residents of Gothenburg can discover more of the real Italy together with TUI. On May 13, 2026, the tour operator will launch a new charter line with direct flights to Calabria – the region that enchants visitors with its authentic Italian atmosphere and fantastic beaches, including in beautiful Tropea. The new airline will be based in Lamezia-Terme and operated by TUI Fly Nordic.
Major knowledge gaps about SJ and rail
After a period of major disruptions to train traffic, SJ takes over to improve its parts in the complex railway ecosystem. But the responsibility issues have to be right. Today, there are many major misconceptions about SJ and the entire rail system, according to a new report from the Indicator Advisory.
The indicator’s survey measures awareness of SJ and the railway system in Sweden over a period of 18 years. It shows, among other things, the following question marks that need to be corrected:
- Almost every other Don’t know that SJ is a state owned company. Instead, more than one in four believe that SJ is a company or an authority.
- More than any other Belly believes that SJ is funded through state subsidies, i.e. directly allocated tax dollars.
- Two out of three Don’t know what SJ’s main mission is at all. It aims to boost business passenger traffic and make market profits.
- A little more than two out of three Guess SJ is still responsible for the state railways. It has been almost 25 years since the state railways were closed down.
Condé Nast Traveler: Hemsedal is the 8th best ski area in Europe
Condé Nast Traveler recently announced the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards, with Skistar Hemsedal taking eighth place among Europe’s best ski resorts. At the top of the list are the major ski areas Val d’Isere, Kitzbühel and Gstaad, while further down Verbier, St. Moritz – and Norway’s Hemsedal!
This week’s reflection
Yes, but it is clear that the campsite is growing! Camping is fun, right!? In addition, it is a form of travel that can be both decently wallet-friendly and decently environmentally friendly. Just positive!
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