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Record-Breaking Participation in “Falkenberg Food Days – Roadtrip” and New Concept! Falkenberg Food Days – Roadtrip is returning to its roots, giving food enthusiasts a reason to visit Falkenberg’s culinary heroes in their natural environment. This event offers visitors a delightful start to the Easter holiday, allowing them to discover, shop sustainably, and enjoy the flavorful palette that is Falkenberg’s Pantry. The Easter Roadtrip has proven to be a highly appreciated event, with food-loving visitors seeing it not only as a culinary experience but also as a kind of spring kickoff. The number of visitors has increased each year, and…
New Dragon Exhibition for Curious Children (and Adults) at Örebro Castle Just in time for the school holidays, Örebro Castle has opened an exciting new exhibition for children called “Dragons”. This fictional yet fact-filled exhibition allows young visitors to learn about various dragons that, according to the creator, exist all around us. Discover the Secrets of Dragons Have you ever wondered what dragons eat? Or what they absolutely refuse to eat? And how exactly do they breathe fire? The Dragon exhibition at Örebro Castle aims to answer these questions and more, satisfying the curiosity of children and adults alike. A…
Finalists Announced for Skåne’s New Tourism and Event Awards Visit Skåne has unveiled the finalists for the inaugural “Celebrate Skåne” awards, a new initiative honoring outstanding contributions to Skåne’s tourism and events industry. The public can now vote for winners in three categories: Event Person of the Year, Experience of the Year, and Volunteer of the Year. Award Categories and Finalists Event Person of the Year nominees: Lotta Gall – Åhus Beach Camilla Stark – Gudahagens Vikingamarknad Glenn Pålsson – Dryckeshantverket André Petersson – Eskilscupen Experience of the Year nominees: Nyrups Naturhotell Skånes Djurpark Disgusting Food Museum Botildenborg Volunteer of…
Falkenberg’s Tourism Boom: 89% Increase in Guest Nights from 2010 to 2023 Falkenberg, a charming coastal town in Sweden, has experienced an impressive growth as a tourist destination. Between 2010 and 2023, the number of commercial guest nights in Falkenberg increased by a staggering 89%, showcasing the town’s rising popularity among visitors. Key Highlights Total guest nights rose from 465,067 in 2010 to 880,647 in 2023 Low season (September-May) guest nights increased by 109% Hotel stays saw the highest growth at 202% Kristján Fannar, destination developer at Destination Falkenberg, commented: “The curve dropped sharply during the refugee crisis and the…
February Newsletter: Exciting Developments on Öland As we move through the winter months, Öland continues to offer unique experiences for visitors. From peaceful nature walks to cozy spa packages, there’s something for everyone even in the colder season. New Leadership for Öland’s Tourism Johan Rustan has officially started as the new CEO of Öland’s tourism organization on February 1st. With his extensive experience, Johan aims to build stronger relationships with local businesses and develop Öland’s tourism industry. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration, stating: “We must meet if we are to build relationships. It’s important that we do the job…
Sports Announced for SM-veckan Winter 2025 in Borås Borås is set to host the SM-veckan (Swedish Championship Week) Winter 2025 from February 3-9, marking its first time hosting the winter edition of this prestigious event. The city previously hosted the summer version in 2014 and 2017, making this the southernmost winter SM-veckan to date. New and Returning Sports The lineup for SM-veckan Winter 2025 includes an exciting mix of new and traditional sports: Dart makes its debut at SM-veckan Water polo and mini-golf, typically summer sports, join the winter program Badminton, indoor rowing, and tug of war return to the…
A Heart on Stora Torget to Thank Borås Residents and Realize the Dream of Borås As Valentine’s Day approaches, a glowing heart has appeared on Stora Torget (Main Square) in Borås, Sweden. This illuminated installation marks the first step in bringing the “Dream of Borås” project into its next phase – making the vision a reality. Expressing Gratitude and Love for the City Center Anna Liljenby, Urban Life Coordinator at Borås TME, explains the significance: “The heart symbolizes a big and warm thank you to all Borås residents who have engaged in the future of the city center by sharing…
Östersund Participates in Global Sustainability Ranking for Destinations Destination Östersund is joining the Global Destination Sustainability Index (GDSI) and its associated network, the Global Destination Sustainability Movement (GDSM), in 2024. This initiative will evaluate Östersund as a sustainable destination, comparing it with around 100 international destinations. Östersund’s participation in this measurement is part of a larger effort led by Destination Östersund to drive the development towards a more sustainable tourism industry and create a better place for residents, businesses, and visitors. A Common Thread in Sustainability Work Östersund has made significant progress in sustainable development, with ambitious goals set by…
Falkenberg Sets New Record for Overnight Stays Falkenberg, a municipality in Sweden’s Halland County, has achieved a remarkable milestone in its tourism industry. The year 2023 saw Falkenberg breaking its previous record for overnight stays, surpassing even the peak year of 2019. This achievement has positioned Falkenberg as the leading destination in Halland for overnight stays and the only municipality in the region to show positive growth in 2023, according to preliminary statistics from the Swedish Agency for Economic and Regional Growth and Statistics Sweden. Impressive Growth in Tourism Compared to 2022, Falkenberg experienced a significant increase of 38,637 overnight…
Örebro Sets New Tourism Record Thanks to Europeans and South Koreans Despite global uncertainties, 2023 marked the year when Örebro’s tourism industry fully recovered from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. The city recorded a total of 749,443 guest nights, surpassing the previous record set in 2019 by more than 10,000 nights. This data comes from the annual statistics recently published by the Swedish Agency for Economic and Regional Growth and Statistics Sweden. Compared to the previous year, the number of guest nights increased by over 30,000 or 4.5%. Both domestic and international overnight stays saw an increase, with Swedish…