Travel news: New ferry line, adventure luxury and fuel news

By: Editorial Office | Source: press material

Welcome Monday! As usual on Mondays, travel news is here at FREEDOMtravel. We are currently traveling in Värmland – and soon Norway – but as a break from the travel reports, it will be, as I said, … travel news!

New ferry line between Karlshamn and Gdańsk

From July 6, 2026, the shipping company POLSCA Baltic Ferries will start a new ferry line between Gdańsk in Poland and Karlshamn in Blekinge. The line will operate up to six times a week and will be a new alternative for both passengers and freight transport between Poland and southern Sweden.

The new line is part of the new venture POLSCA Baltic Ferries, where the Polish ferry companies Polferries, Unity Line and EuroAfrica recently merged under a common brand.

Strong upturn for motorhomes – more stable caravan market

June's registration figures show that new motorhome registrations continue to develop strongly. During the first six months of the year, new motorhome registrations have increased by 52.8 percent compared to the same period last year.

At the same time, caravan registrations show a stronger June than the previous year, although part of the increase is explained by a number of caravans being registered as a result of stricter safety regulations within the EU.

• Motorhome registrations for June 2026: 846 (compared to 572 same period last year)
• Caravan registrations for June 2026: 276 (compared to 178 same period last year)

Chimera by Polar launches nine floor plans for adventure luxury

Polarvagnen presents the 2027 model year with a long-awaited announcement: Chimera by Polar, Polarvagnen's premium line, is being expanded with five new floor plans and is now available in a total of nine variants. The goal is to make holiday luxury, both in feel and experience, accessible to more people.

”"We want more people to experience what a Polar Chimera means. With the added floor plans, even more people can find their dream caravan within the premium series," says Tony Ekström, CEO of SoliferPolar.

Ramundberget relaunches the Ramis classic with updated distances

On July 2, Ramundberget opened for the summer season and in conjunction with this relaunched the Ramis Classic – the popular mountain challenge that allows participants to experience the destination over the course of a year through four different stages.

The initiative aims to contribute to increased health and in connection with the new start, the concept has been updated with new distances. The classic is held in Ramundberget over a twelve-month period and includes the following disciplines:

• Mountain bike: Cycle 36 km in one day
• Trail running: Run 11 km by following Gold Tours 154 and 153.
• Cross-country skis: Collect 28 km of cross-country skiing in one day, choose between classic style or freestyle.
• Summit tour: Climb at least 400 meters in altitude in one day.

Fuel surcharges on flights are being removed

After the spring's rising oil prices, several airlines introduced extra fuel surcharges on their airline tickets. Oil prices have now dropped to their lowest level since February and according to travel agency Ticket, the extra fuel surcharges that were introduced earlier this spring are now starting to be reduced or removed altogether – a move that could mean lower travel costs for many travelers.

For a round trip to Bangkok, the fuel surcharge on some flights has amounted to almost SEK 3,000. The fuel surcharge has primarily affected long-haul flights, while ticket prices within Europe have not been affected to the same extent.

Norwegian continues to invest in Skellefteå

Norwegian has operated the route between Stockholm Arlanda and Skellefteå twice a week since October 2024 and is now choosing to extend the route until spring 2027. If demand continues to be strong, increased capacity is planned from the summer season 2027.

TUI invests in Bodrum – new direct route to the Turkish Riviera

In the summer of 2026, it will be easier to get to Bodrum in Turkey with TUI when the airline AJet launches a new direct route from Stockholm-Arlanda and Copenhagen-Kastrup to the Turkish Riviera. At the same time, new hotel facilities continue to attract travelers looking for a combination of luxury, swimming and relaxation. Akra Didim Resort & Spa is one of those welcoming its first guests this summer.

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