Scan Magazine, Issue 87, April 2016

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Welcome to paradise Close your eyes and imagine paradise. Does it feature tropical islands, waterslides and pirates? Or a sauna, infinity pool and spa treatments? Either way, you have come to the right place at Paradiset in Örnsköldsvik. By Ellinor Thunberg | Photos: Paradiset

Look no further than Paradiset, a combined spa and water park, when it comes to family fun in northern Sweden this summer. The destination offers something for adventure-seeking kids with energy to burn off as well as adults looking to unwind and relax. David Berglund, CEO at Paradiset, describes the experience as “an exciting getaway from everyday life”. The complex has around 220,000 visitors per year and the location, 530 kilometres north of Stockholm, is perfect for those wishing to explore the High Coast (Höga Kusten) World Heritage Site and natural treasures such as Skuleskogen National Park and the island of Ulvön.

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This summer, kids can look forward to a new interactive treasure hunt and a more complete pirate’s theme than before. “After all, we are a paradise set in the South Sea Islands, so we need a proper pirate’s island,” says Berglund. “This summer we’ll decorate our pool area around a pirate’s theme and during the summer break we’ll also bring in actors to interact and play with the children. Pirates, parrots, cannons and maybe even crocodiles are to be expected.” The pool adventure park is also the home of Sweden’s longest waterslide – Magic Eye – measuring a winding 180 metres, plus plenty of other water attractions for kids. And while the children enjoy

the fun, parents can take turns enjoying the spa. “The sauna rituals are our most popular spa activity,” says Berglund and explains that the so called ‘aufguss’ ritual is led by a host who will pour essential oils and water over hot stones, before circulating the air in the sauna for a calming or energising effect. The outdoor infinity pool is one of the latest additions. It stays at 30 degrees all year round and offers a view of the city. More new activities will soon be added. “The current trend is active relaxation,” says Berglund. “It is based on the idea that you might need guidance to fully relax. Yoga is one of the ways, and we will create a new area for both regular and hot yoga by the end of the year.” For more information, please visit: paradisetornskoldsvik.se


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