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Fly Drive - South SwedenSouthern Sweden has an incredible amount of history & culture. The south eastern tip of Skåne is home to Karlaby Kro, Simrishamn and Ystad, home of Kurt Wallander the famous Swedish police detective. Sandy beaches, picturesque villages and famous gardens all add to the summer attractions. Karlskrona is the home of Sweden's naval fleet and this city of islands has been recorded by UNESCO as 'irreplaceable'. Boat tours, museums and more coastal attractions make this one of Sweden's most popular summer destinations. The all new spectacular Kosta Art Hotel is located in the famous Kingdom of Crystal, just 1hr from Karlskrona. The Kingdom of Crystal (Glasriket) is home to many of Sweden's famous glass works with a stunning array of wine glasses, kitchenware and home decorations. Make sure you leave some room in your suitcase for the journey home! Day 1 to 3Karlaby Kro - Skåne
Land at Copenhagen airport and catch the train across the impressive Öresund's Bridge to Malmö where you will collect your hire car. Karlaby Kro is located in the south east corner of the Skåne peninsular in the heart Tommarp, a picturesque village just 5km from the coastal town of Simrishamn. A traditional Skåne Guest House / Inn with 22 beautifully decorated bedrooms and an indoor swimming pool. There are many sandy beaches along the Skåne coastline along with enchanting gardens and cultural attractions. Sites of historical importance scatter the countryside including famous burial grounds, Scandinavia's largest stone formations and the town of Ystad, made famous by the Wallander TV series.
Day 3 to 5
Karlskrona is on the UNESCO World Heritage list as an outstanding example of a 17th Century planned naval city. Ship building, architecture and town planning have attracted international attention since the 18th century and Karlskrona is proud to be one of Sweden's most popular summer destinations. The naval base and ship yard are still in use today and Karlskrona is home to Sweden's naval fleet. A myriad of beaches and bathing spots are located in the city centre and scattered across the 1,650 or so islands of the Karlskrona Archipelago, which is well served during the summer by boats departing from the city centre harbour. Other activities & attractions include the Marine Museum and The Admiralty Church (Sweden's largest wooden church). If you travel to Sweden with young children Vämöparken has a small range of farm animals, an excellent playground and a maze to negotiate. You will also find 'over-sized' chess and ludo to keep the big child in you entertained! Read more about our trip to Karlskrona in our blog entry 14 April 2009. You will be accommodated at the Clarion Collection Hotel Carlscrona, which is on the quay side in the centre of Karlskrona.
Day 5 to 6 Kosta Boda Art Hotel
In the middle of the Kingdom of Crystal (locally called Glasriket) you will find the
summer’s answer to ICE HOTEL. The Kosta Boda Art Hotel is now complete (visited by Simply
Sweden April 2009) and is made of glass and stone. The unique decorations are made by the world
famous artists of Kosta Boda Glassworks, and there is a lot of glass! The illuminated glass art on the
hotel facade required 5 tonnes of glass & all in all a hundred tonnes of glass will surprise you in
various forms, shapes and dazzling colours. Pamper yourself with a massage or a swim in the indoor or
outdoor swimming pools. Relax in a Jacuzzi or sauna or experiment with a touch of glass blowing.
The Glass Bar is cobalt blue and the tables and chairs carefully designed to reflect light from the
glass lights above. If you choose to eat at the Kosta Boda Art Hotel you will be entertained by the
professional glass blowers of Kosta Boda performing on a stage. We expect this stunning new hotel to
be a huge success!
Day 6 From £890 per person
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 3 Cities + 2See Sweden's 3 largest cities by train  West Sweden Tour200km of dramatic coastline. Barren islands and incredible locations  Göta KanalA peaceful & picturesque cruise between Gothenburg & Stockholm  Inland RailwayScenic, cultural & exciting rail journey along the back bone of Sweden  Coast to Coast2 exquisite coastlines with a treat in the middle!  Gotland HolidaysPopular island destination with activities, culture & sandy beaches!  Country HousesCoastal and lakeside hospitality as the sun lingers on the evening horizon Scandinavia CapitalsOslo, Stockholm & Copenhagen in a true Scandinavian holiday  LaplandAdd a couple of nights to your Lapland holiday with a short stop in Stockholm  ICEHOTELAdd a couple of nights to your ICE HOTEL holiday with a short stop in Stockholm  Looking for Inspiration?Take a look at some of our recent tailor made holidays |
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