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Surfbukten in Östersund Set for Another Exciting Summer Destination Östersund has received the green light to operate Surfbukten for the summer of 2024. This marks the third year that the activity park will be managed by the business-owned Destination Östersund on behalf of Östersund Municipality. On April 23, 2024, the Development Committee of Östersund Municipality decided to allocate 500,000 SEK for the operation of Surfbukten. This budget will cover investments in the new café building, summer events, maintenance, and funding for supervisors and summer staff. “Surfbukten is an attractive place for both Östersund residents and visitors that we want to…
Öland’s Spring Highlights: Board Meetings, Events, and Tourism Updates As spring arrives on the Swedish island of Öland, exciting developments are underway for the tourism industry. From new board meetings to upcoming events, here’s a roundup of the latest news from Öland’s tourism organization. New Board Shares Their Favorite Spots The newly appointed board of Öland’s tourism organization recently held their first meeting. As an icebreaker, board members shared their favorite locations on the island using a 10-meter long model of Öland. This exercise allowed them to highlight personal “pearls” that hold special meaning. The meeting also covered expectations and…
Love and Celebrities at Springpride 2024 – Here’s This Year’s Program On Saturday, May 18th, Eskilstuna will be painted in rainbow colors as the Springpride festival takes over Fristadstorget. This year’s event promises an exciting lineup of artists, performances, and activities celebrating diversity, acceptance, and love. Highlights of Springpride 2024 Oscar Zia, one of Sweden’s most beloved pop voices, will headline the event Johanna Hemming from the Swedish Olympic Committee will open the festival, highlighting inclusion in sports A colorful parade through central Eskilstuna The return of Pride House at ABF-huset, featuring lectures, debates, and cultural programs Jörgen Danielsson from…
Falkenberg Facilitates Sustainable Vacations One of the travel trends highlighted in many forecasts and predictions from travel bloggers, magazines, and influencers for 2024 is sustainable vacations. The goal is to discover and enjoy your time off while making as small an impact as possible – essentially traveling with a clear conscience. Falkenberg is committed to promoting this approach for the sake of our future and that of our children. To make it easier for those planning a trip to Falkenberg, we have created a guide with sustainable tips for before and during your stay. Some highlights include: Falkenberg’s flea market…
Falkenberg Facilitates Sustainable Vacations! One of the travel trends highlighted in many forecasts and predictions from travel bloggers, magazines, and influencers for 2024 is sustainable vacations. The goal is to discover and enjoy your time off while leaving as small a footprint as possible – essentially, traveling with a clear conscience. Falkenberg is eager to encourage more people to adopt this approach for the sake of our future and that of our children. To make it easier for those planning a trip to Falkenberg, we’ve created a guide with sustainable tips for before and during your stay. Some highlights include:…
Visit Skåne Takes Leading Role in International Initiative for Future Tourism Visit Skåne, the regional destination company for Skåne in southern Sweden, is taking a leading role in a three-year project with countries around the Baltic Sea to develop new methods for sustainable tourism. The project, abbreviated as ReTour (Regenerative Tourism), aims to create decisive developments for more long-term sustainable tourism. ReTour focuses on creating solutions for more balanced seasons while protecting the local economy and providing local businesses with a more stable economic situation. With this initiative, Visit Skåne takes further important steps to develop methods for a sustainable,…
Dreams Become Reality: Action Plan for “Dream of Borås 2.0” Launched Borås is taking the next step towards a more vibrant and attractive city center with the launch of an action plan for “Dream of Borås 2.0”. The plan, presented to 75 engaged participants, outlines specific measures for five main corridors in Borås’ city center, focusing on design, function, events, safety, and new establishments, including more retail stores. Key Features of the Action Plan The action plan covers five key areas in the city center: Stora Torget (Main Square) Stora Brogatan (including Västerbro, Holmsgatan, and Posttorget) Lilla Brogatan (including Sandwalls…
Falkenberg Invites Tourism Staff to Hospitality Kick-off Event As part of the three-year project “World-Class Hospitality”, Destination Falkenberg is organizing a major hospitality kick-off event this summer for staff working in the tourism industry. While hospitality, service, and knowledge are ingrained in those who have worked in the industry for a long time, many new employees need to be introduced before each high season. “We want to give both new and experienced employees the best possible conditions to continue delivering excellent hospitality to our residents and visitors. That’s why we’re inviting them to a summer kick-off with a hospitality theme,”…
Thomas Stenström to Perform at Strömsholmen in Eskilstuna Exciting news for music lovers in Eskilstuna! Swedish pop sensation Thomas Stenström is set to grace the stage at Strömsholmen on July 26th as part of his Superlativ Tour. This magical summer evening concert promises to be a highlight of the season. The event is being organized by All Things Live in collaboration with local promoter Patrik Kolar and Destination Eskilstuna. Micke Lönngren, Event Manager at Destination Eskilstuna, expressed enthusiasm about the upcoming concert: “We continue to have a clear and strategic approach to events in Eskilstuna and develop how our funds…
Botulfsplatsen Celebrates Eurovision Song Contest in Glittering Style As Eurovision Song Contest comes to Malmö in May, Lund is joining the celebration. Botulfsplatsen square will be transformed into a festive hub, bringing the Eurovision spirit to Lund alongside the main event in our neighboring city. “It will be a week-long Eurovision celebration at Botulfsplatsen. It’s both a way to invite Lund residents to participate in the festivities and a way to continue testing how we can use our newest square,” says Sebastian Jaktling (S), chairman of the Culture and Leisure Committee in Lund Municipality. Highlights of the Celebration Live screenings…