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Old discs, books and comics - a journey of nostalgia

Writer: Helena Bergström

Old discs, books and comics are what it's all about today! This is a travel blog, but today it will be a different kind of trip ... namely a nostalgia trip!

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Reflections from the chaos of moving - from big house to small flat

Writer: Helena Bergström

For the past few days, we have been helping Peter's mum move from a large house (which housed a whole life) to a small flat. It's been a busy few days with lots of physical labour and many opportunities to test our problem-solving skills. We offer some reflections from the chaos of the move.

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Which countries celebrate Midsummer? - and how do they celebrate?

Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated: June 2026 | Which countries actually celebrate Midsummer? And how do you celebrate Midsummer in different countries? We have read about the celebrations around Europe, in connection with the summer solstice and St. John the Baptist's Day. Maybe you can supplement and tell us more!?

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Why do we celebrate Midsummer? - traditions and rituals

Updated: June 2026 | Why do we celebrate Midsummer? The Midsummer weekend is fast approaching and we are taking the opportunity to delve into the traditions and rituals that go with Midsummer.

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7 things to do instead in corona time - don't cancel, change!

You can't travel, you can't see older relatives (or grandchildren) and you can't crowd the pub. The yoga class might be cancelled, the museums are closed and there are no football matches to watch. So, what can you do? Let's try to think along the lines of "Don't cancel, reschedule".

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Easter traditions in the world - 10 different Easter customs

There are many different Easter traditions in the world, some more odd than others. This year, some traditions may have to be cancelled due to a curfew in the name of Corona, while other "home" traditions can continue as usual. Here are some Easter traditions that might (in our eyes) be considered a bit different...

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Easter in Sweden - 12 Swedish Easter traditions

Writer: Helena Bergström

This year is Easter in Sweden for many, so we thought we'd talk about Swedish Easter traditions. We list 12 Easter traditions that are, or have been, common in Sweden. Which of these traditions are important to you? Do you have a completely different, slightly odd tradition?

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15 things to do when you are bored

Writer: Helena Bergström

What can you do when you are bored at home? Right now, many people are spending a lot of time at home. Maybe your holiday trip has been cancelled or you are in home quarantine because of this nasty coronavirus. Here are our top tips for things to do when you're bored.

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Coronavirus in the world - read the bloggers' reports

Writer: Helena Bergström

How is the coronavirus situation in the world? Like most people these days, we are following the news reports on the coronavirus in various media. We also follow blogs, and we have to say that sometimes it is particularly interesting to get those everyday glimpses from around the world.

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Time for a list - Have? Who? Which one? What?

Writer: Helena Bergström

Today it will be a list here at FREEDOMtravel. I (Helena) has been super cold and tired for several days and slept lotsso it seems appropriate today to answer a bunch of pre-formulated questions. Do you have a blog? Feel free to join in and answer the list too!

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