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Fish and seafood in Halifax, Canada

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We've had a lot of seafood in Halifax, here in Canada. This is a city on the coast, so perhaps it is not so strange that there is plenty of fish here. As you walk along the quayside, you pass one fish restaurant after another. Both the ingredients and the way they are served are slightly different from what you are used to from Sweden and Europe, but it's good!

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Boat trip in Halifax - a great day in Canada

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Today was a wonderfully refreshing boat ride in Halifax. Yesterday we tested the nightlife here in the city, and today we have woken up to a new day with bright sunshine. Down in the harbour there are several boats that take tourists on tours, and we chose a sailboat for a boat trip in Halifax.

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First in Cision's blog ranking of travel blogs

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Every month Cision publishes a top 10 ranking of blogs in different fields. This month they have ranked travel blogs and FREEDOMtravel tops the list. It feels great and is a bit of a confirmation for all the work we have put in!

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Rullsands camping and sea bathing – beach life in northern Uppland

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated: October 2026 | Rullsands camping and sea bathing is located near Skutskär in northern Uppland, at the mouth of the Dalälven River and close to Gävle. Here, fine sandy beaches and the nature of Billuddens nature reserve await. We have returned several times with the camper to swim, read books and eat well – and have also celebrated midsummer here.

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Summerburst 2012 in Stockholm - what a party!

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Summerburst 2012 was an awesome experience! We brought our campervan and parked in a central parking lot, just a short walk to the festival. Two day festival, with lots of great music and a great atmosphere!

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The history of caravans – from simple trailers to mobile homes

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Writer: Helena Bergström

For many people, caravans are strongly associated with freedom, holidays and the opportunity to take their home with them on the road. But the journey to today's modern caravans with kitchens, bathrooms and smart solutions has been long and fascinating. Here we take a look at the history of the caravan – from the first simple wagons to today's high-tech recreational vehicles.

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Sweden and Ukraine - almost the same flag

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Today the Swedish and Ukrainian national football teams meet in Kiev, and Peter is glued to the match. "I'm not interested in football, but the sea of blue and yellow in the stands is a bit fascinating. I became curious about the flags and did some reading.

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10 essential items to pack in your campervan

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Writer: Helena Bergström

What to pack in your motorhome? We were asked what are the 10 most important things to pack in your motorhome. It's hard to say what is most importantlyand it also depends a bit on: Sweden or abroad? Summer or winter? We've listed 10 things we think are inappropriate to forget, and there's a longer list below... Have we forgotten something important?

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Sandviks camping at Roxen – camping near Linköping

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated: October 2026 | Sandviks camping is located on the northern shore of Lake Roxen, about ten kilometers from Bergs sluissar. Here you can combine camping life by the water with excursions along the Göta Canal and to Linköping. We have visited the campsite on several occasions, most recently in 2024 together with our South African friends Henri and Michelle.

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Kenyan Food – 25 Classic Dishes You Must Try

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated: October 2026 | Kenyan food is rustic, filling and varied, with everything from ugali and vegetables to grilled meats, spicy rice dishes and deep-fried treats. We have travelled to Kenya twice and during our second trip we stayed with Kenyan friends, which gave us the opportunity to get really close to everyday Kenyan food. Here we go through what people eat in Kenya – and list 25 classic Kenyan dishes and specialties to look out for.

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