Sweden
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Sweden is a land of wonderful contrasts, from its southern Baltic shores to high up into the Arctic Circle. This is a country of endless pine forests, majestic mountain peaks and ranges, vast inland lakes and a stunning coastline. Yet for all this wilderness the country boasts sophisticated, cosmopolitan cities such as Gothenburg, Malmo and Stockholm, a capital that is considered one of the most beautiful in the world, aptly named the ‘Venice of the North’.
Make the most of your holiday Book a Panoramic Walking Tour in Stockholm and experience the medieval atmosphere of Gamla Stan, the Old Town. Visit the Nobel Museum, Sweden’s baroque Royal Palace and Stortorget, the scenic large square in the centre of Gamla Stan.
Stockholm
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Capital city: Stockholm
Distance from airport to city centre: 40 kilometres Time zone: • GMT + 1 hour (winter) • GMT + 2 hours (summer) Currency: Euro (EUR); USD 1 = EUR 0.86 Languages: Swedish is the official language. English is widely spoken in all major tourist cities. When to visit: Warm weather and long hours of daylight (midnight sun) can be enjoyed between June and August. The winter months from November to March are the best time to experience the amazing Northern Lights.
See Stockholm from the water with our Under the Bridges of Stockholm tour. Travel under 15 bridges and pass through two locks connecting the Baltic Sea with Lake Mälaren.
Sheraton Hotel and Towers, Stockholm ★★★★★ Located in the heart of Stockholm’s leisure district, the hotel is walking distance from the Central station and is surrounded by the scenic Old Town, the Royal Palace, numerous boutiques and City Hall. 465 rooms and suites with remarkable views of the city, restaurant, bar, 24-hour room service, interconnecting rooms, fitness centre and spa.
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Emirates gateway: Stockholm Arlanda Airport
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★★★★ Inspired by the surrounding area of Södermalm, known for its cultural heritage, boutiques, galleries and parks. The hotel is located close to the underground station, Skanstull and within walking distance to Old Town. 532 rooms and suites, restaurant, three bars, 24-hour room service, interconnecting rooms, outdoor pool, fitness centre and spa.
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Clarion Hotel Stockholm
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Clarion Hotel Amaranten, Stockholm ★★★★ Located in downtown Stockholm, the hotel is walking distance from the Stockholm Central station and Cityterminalen Central Bus Station. Stockholm Castle and the ABBA Museum are a 10-minute taxi ride away. 461 rooms and suites, two restaurants, bar, limited hours of room service, indoor pool, fitness centre and spa.
For a once in a lifetime winter experience in Sweden see page 318.
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