Motorhome and travel year 2021 - both Sweden and the world

This year is coming to an end and it's time to summarise the motorhome and travel year 2021. This year has also been characterised by the pandemic, but despite this we think we have had fantastic travel experiences, both in Sweden and abroad.

To compare with 2019 and 2020

When you compare travelling to 2019 and 2020, they are completely different realities. Our 2019 travel year included lots of trips abroad, both with and without a motorhome. Travel year 2020 was something completely different, with a strong focus on Sweden. This year, 2021, despite the pandemic, we have managed to go on several exciting trips abroad, in Europe, Asia and Africa. At the same time, the new situation has helped us discover Sweden, and we have had lots of great experiences in our own country.

January - At home in Stockholm

We started 2021 by being at home in Stockholm. Every day we went for walks in our neighbourhood - Solna, Vasastan and Kungsholmen - but that was as far as we got from home.

February - At home in Stockholm

February continued the same way. We were at home in the houseboat and took walks in beautiful winter weather. One day we went to a restaurant (which closed at 20:00) and it was probably the most exciting excursion of the whole month.

March - Solna and Sundbyberg

In March, everything was still affected by the pandemic and outdoor activities were the order of the day. Men we had had enough of sitting at home and decided to explore Solna and Sundbyberg by bike. We visited Ulriksdal Castle and Filmstaden Råsunda, among other places, and were able to write two guides: What to do in Solna - 15 tips and What to do in Sundbyberg - 9 tips.

April - Motorhome trips around Lake Mälaren

Imagine finally being able to go on a motorhome trip! At the beginning of April, we went on a trip with a castle theme, and even though most things were closed, we were excited. There were, among other things, visits to Taxinge Castle in Nykvarn, Gripsholm Castle in Mariefred, Stora Sundby Castle on Lake Hjälmaren and Boo Castle in Närke.

After a short break at home, we set off on a new motorhome trip, on the northern side of Lake Mälaren. On this trip we visited, among other things Wenngarn Castle in Sigtuna and Västerås and Örebro, where we had time to look around properly.

May - Jönköping, Uppland and ... Germany

In May we continued our motorhome trips. We spent some time in the Jönköping area, where we, among other things, visited Gränna and made an excursion to Visingsö. After a stopover at home in Stockholm, we then drove to Uppland where we visited several interesting poppy farms, such as the... Forsmark's mill and Lövstabruk.

Then we quickly turned down towards Skåne to test the new fast ferry. FRS Balticwhich runs from Ystad to Sassnitz in less than 2.5 hours. In Germany, however, we only stayed for 80 minutes before it was time to turn home ...

June - Skåne, Blekinge and Öland

We travelled with the motorhome throughout June and started by discovering beautiful Skåne. We visited places like the ancient monument Ales stones, the national park Dalby Söderskog and Helena's childhood town Lund. Then it was off to Blekinge, where we got to see the rhododendron in bloom in Ronneby Brunnspark.

It was also in June that we took the bridge over to Öland. Among other things, we went out on the exotic The southern tip of Öland, snacked on 2D café and visited Sweden's largest campsite Böda Sand.

July - cruise and Bulgaria

In early July we went on a cruise with Silja Line, on a "grand rehearsal tour". It was fun to be on a mini-adventure again, and we had a very nice tour.

Later that month, it was time for the first big trip abroad in a very long time. We travelled to Bulgaria on a press trip, where, among other things, we strolled around in cosy Nesebar and experienced a modern and delicious Sunny Beach. Not to mention beautiful Baltjik, with garden, palace and wine.

August - The west coast of Skåne and Halland

In August it was time for a motorhome trip again, and we decided to discover the west coast of Sweden. We started on the west coast of Skåne, and then rolled slowly northwards. In Skåne we had time to visit, among other things Sofiero Castle and castle garden, Lars Vilk's artwork Nimis and Norrviken Gardens outside Båstad.

When we later rolled into Halland, we visited, among other things, the marvellous Halmstad. There was also a pizza at the famous pizzeria. Little Napoli in Falkenberg.

September - Halland, Borås and Elmia fair

In September we continued our motorhome trip north along the west coast. Among other things, we visited beautiful Varberg and fantastic Tjolöholm Castle. Then we had to "deviate from the course" to get to the Elmia exhibition. On the way we visited Borås, which surprised us as an exciting city of art. Then it was time for a visit to Caravan & Motorhome Fair 2021, where Kabe and Adria showcased their new products.

October - Czech Republic and Turkey

In October it was finally time to get abroad properly. During this month, we travelled to both the Czech Republic and Turkey. In the Czech Republic, we visited the Crystal Valley in the northern part of the country, where we saw, among other things handmade Christmas decorations, the natural phenomenon Pánska Skála and the city Liberec.

Our journey in Turkey started in Istanbul, where we checked out the shrine of the Hagia Sofia before continuing to Cappadocia. Here we stayed at the fantastic cave hotel. Kayakapi Premium Caves and made a lifetime of memories in the form of a fairytale-like ballooning and wonderful trip on the horseback in Cappadocia.

November - Tunisia and the Kingdom of Glass

Also in November we travelled abroad, and now it was time to discover Tunisia. We started in the capital Tunis, where we made an excursion to the charming blue-and-white city. Sidi Bou Said. The journey then continued with an exciting tour around much of the country. Some of the most marvellous memories include the exotic Tozeurthat living in tents in the desert and thalassotherapy in Djerba.

When we returned to Sweden, it was time for the motorhome to make one last trip for the year. Now we went to Glasriket in Småland! This was a fantastic trip as we, among other things, got to try blowing glass and to go out into the Europe's longest zipline.

December - at home in Stockholm

During the month of December we have been at home in Stockholm, but have not felt quite as restricted as at the beginning of the year. We had a visit from Norway by a girl we met in Bulgaria, met friends and went out to restaurants. We have also visited Skansen and the relatively new museum Wreck.

We are grateful for all the great experiences this year! How was your travel year 2021?