Flight prices, "Vasa 1628" and competition: win a trip!

By: Editorial Office | Source: press material

It's Monday again, which means travel news here at FREEDOMtravel. This week's press releases are about, among other things, flight prices and brandy with a 17th-century flavor. We're also giving you a tip about a competition where you can win a trip!

Jet fuel prices are rising – but travel is not yet affected

Despite reports of increased costs for aviation fuel, and several airlines introducing a fuel surcharge, there is still no clear effect on ticket prices, according to Ticket.

Looking ahead to the coming months, there are no major changes in what travelers actually pay. Examples of destinations where there are currently many affordable options are Turkey, Greece, Cyprus, Croatia and Albania.

Going forward, there is uncertainty about how long the current price picture will last. If fuel prices continue to remain at a high level and flight availability also decreases, it is likely that this will translate into higher prices for customers.

New tool shows flight price trends

Momondo has a new tool where you can track how flight prices develop over time. In the new tool, users can see weekly updates of average flight prices, for both domestic and international flights. The tool can be found here: momondo.se/c/flygprisutveckling/

The overview is based on search data from momondo and allows you to compare price trends week by week and compared to the previous year. Some selected data that the tool shows:

• Average price for domestic flights April 13 this year: SEK 2,305 (corresponding period last year: SEK 1,666)
• Average price for international flights April 13 this year: SEK 3,612 (corresponding period last year: SEK 3,449)
• Average price for flights to Alicante April 13 this year: SEK 3,554 (corresponding period last year: SEK 3,056)

TUI expands with new exciting city trips

Travel company TUI is expanding its range of city trips and adding Warsaw, Bucharest and Brussels to its portfolio. The new destinations give Swedes even more choice, especially for those attracted by culture, history and vibrant city life. Three new big cities – three completely different experiences:

• Warsaw – Poland's capital charms with its unique mix of modern metropolitan feel and rich history.
• Bucharest – Romania's capital surprises with its versatility and offers genuine experiences at a good price.
• Brussels – In the capital of Belgium, history, art and gastronomy come together in a wonderful combination.

Vasa 1628 is launched on the Eckerö Line

Vasa 1628, the brandy recreated from a unique find from the royal ship Vasa, is now being launched on Eckerö Linjen ahead of the summer.

The background is unusual. When the royal ship Vasa was salvaged, a pewter bottle was found among the captain's private belongings. With the help of modern analysis and careful craftsmanship, the contents were later reconstructed from a single drop.

The result is a brandy with a clear anise character and hints of oak. When Vasa 1628 is launched on Eckerö Linjen, a drink with roots in one of Sweden's most legendary ships returns to the sea.

Ramundberget is committed to an active and close-to-nature summer in 2026

Ramundberget, which celebrates its 90th anniversary this year, offers a unique combination of mountain experiences, activities and community with the aim of strengthening its position as one of Sweden's leading mountain destinations in the summer. The lift and facility will open on July 2nd.

With the lift pass Mountain pass Activity 5-8 days offers the best mountain adventures all on one card, making it easy to experience more of Funäsfjällen's unique mountain environment during the summer. The summer season also includes a rich program of events and experience packages.

Win a trip – for the price of a subway ticket

Just 17 minutes and 43 kronor from central Stockholm is Kista – with companies that develop technology, research and innovations that make a difference far beyond Sweden's borders.

To put the Swedish tech hub Kista on the map, a competition is now being organized where you can win a trip for you and a friend to one of the places that Kista influences, for the same price as a metro ticket to Kista (43 SEK). You can find the competition here and you choose which trip you want to compete for:

• Norwegian coast
• Paris
• Monza

Did you miss last week's travel news? Read the Swedish romantic travel destinations and new trend among young people.