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Polar World: The world's largest polar bear park

Polar World, the world's largest polar bear park, opened in 2009 in Dalarna in middle Sweden. The 41,000 square meter facility incorporates a large deep water area, its own snow-making machinery and space for the bears to fish.

Polar World is the first polar bear park to engage in breeding of the endangered species and is a part of a broader project to preserve them. Visitors will be able to learn about the bears in the park's exhibition premises, amphitheatre and visitor information stations.

Elk safari in Laukkuluspa

Go on a snowmobile tour in the wilderness of Kiruna, northern Sweden. Drive along the Kalix River towards the majestic mountains and experience unique national animals such as reindeer and elk. Lunch will be cooked over an open fire in a Sami tent. Trip available: Dec 2007 – April 2008 (daily departures)

Tel: +46(0)980-105 30. Mobile: +46(0)70-559 39 50

Email: info@kirunainorr.se

Website: www.kirunainorr.se

Ski in Åre

Åre village lies in central Sweden and is made up of three ski areas; Björnen, Åre By (Åre Village) and Duved. Åre hosted the Alpine World Championship in February 2007.

Lifts: 40

Slopes: 103

Longest slope: 6.5 km

Access: 1.5 hour by plane and 8 hours by train from Stockholm

Website: www.areturistbyra.com

Ski in Riksgränsen

Riksgränsen is the most northly ski resort in Europe offering a wide range of off piste skiing for beginners as well as professionals. Because of its location above the Arctic Circle you can enjoy summer skiing in the light of the midnight sun until the end of June.

Lifts: 6

Slopes: 17

Longest slope: 2 km

Access: 3 hours by plane and 18 hours by train from Stockholm

Tel: +46 980 400 80

Website: www.riksgransen.nu

A walk through the Royal Palace

A walk through majestic halls, where kings and queens once lived and worked, evokes a grand and solemn feeling. With its 608 rooms, the Royal Palace in Gamla Stan, Stockholm is one of Europe’s biggest. Part of the Palace is built on the remains of the first one, Tre Kronor, which was almost completely destroyed in a fire in 1697.

Website: www.stockholmtown.com

Icehotel

The ICEHOTEL is for the eighteenth year (2007) taking form in the little village Jukkasjärvi. Each year a new embodiment of the world famous hotel is created. Thanks to visiting artists and creators from around the globe ICEHOTEL is a unique place to visit year to year. The hotel offers restaurants for the one seeking to indulge in the local cuisine, activities for the adventurous and even possibilities to marry, for people who seek an unforgettable way to say “I do”

Website: www.icehotel.com

Live with the Sami

If you are seeking a cultural experience out of the ordinary, discover the Sami, one of the oldest surviving cultures in the world. Visit the northern parts of Scandinavia and stay with the Sami people. Eat a traditional meal, learn about their culture, stay in their traditional huts and experience life as never before. Why not compete with your friends in a reindeer race or go on a guided hiking tour in the snow?

Website: www.swedishlapland.com

Östermalms Saluhall

The in-door market Östermalms Saluhall is located on Östermalmstorg in central Stockholm, located in a fantastic building. This market is definitely worth a visit, especially for lovers of good food. Visit this market for a pleasant lunch.

Address: Östermalmstorg 114 39 Stockholm

Opening hours: Mon-Thu 9.30am-6pm, Fri 9.30am-18.30pm, Sat 9.30-4pm

Website: www.ostermalmshallen.se

Modern Museum

In May 1958, Moderna Museet opened for the first time. The legendary exhibitions of the 1960s, such as Movement in Art, Wishful Museum and American Pop Art made modern art famous to the Swedes in a new way. With growing collections of both Swedish and international art, and after the large acquisition of classic works the need for a new building became urgent and in 1989, an architectural contest was launched, attracting 211 proposals out of which the Spanish architect Rafael Moneo and his proposal for Telemachos was chosen as the winner. This museum is well worth a visit and if you get tired of art, the museum has a fantastic restaurant that overlooks Stockholm’s bay.

Address: Skeppsholmen

Tel:+46 8-519 552 89

Fax: +46 8-519 552 10

Email:info@modernamuseet.se

Website: www.modernamuseet.se

Stockholm Culture House

‘Kulturhuset’ is situated on Sergels torg and it is designed by the architect Peter Celsing. It opened in 1974 and has since been a hub for art and culture. Inside, you will find three galleries, public exhibitions, theatre spaces, a library and numerous of restaurants. In the bottom of the house, the well known ‘Design Square’ is also located where you can purchase design items from emerging Swedish designers.

Address: Sergels torg 3

Tel:+46 8 508 31 508

Email:info@kulturhuset.stockholm.se

Website: www.kulturhuset.stockholm.se

Concert Hall

The concert hall normally features ballet and concert performances. But it is also in the Concert Hall the Nobel Prize ceremony is held each year, with a prestigious ball afterwards. Address: Hötorget 8

Ticket Office: +46 8-50 66 77 88

Guided Tour: +46 8-786 02 12

Email: info@konserthuset.se

Website: www.konserthuset.se

First Hotel Amaranten

First Hotel Amaranten is a four star hotel and it is located on the city side of the Kungsholmen district, to the west of Central Station. It is a perfectly located with only a ten minute's walk from the city. This comfortable hotel is well equipped with saunas and swimming pools. All rooms are modern and comfortable with outstanding amenities.

Address: Kungsholmsgatan 31

Tel: +46 8-692 52 00

Fax: +46 8-652 62 48

Email: amaranten@firsthotels.se 

Website: www.firsthotels.com

Fem Små Hus

Fem Små Hus means five small houses in Swedish. The restaurant faces the Köpmanstorget to the east of Gamla Stan, and it is surrounded by five historic buildings. Here you will dine inside old traditional Swedish houses. Traditional Swedish dishes are available.

Address: Nygrand 10

Tel: +46 8-10 87 75

Fax: +46 8 14 96 95

Email: info@femsmahus.se

Website: www.femsmahus.se

Royal Canal Tour

The Royal Canal Tour is a tour along the canals of Djurgården Island, Vaasa Museum, Sodermalm and through Slussen.

Website: www.stockholmsightseeing.com

Grand's Veranda

Grand’s Veranda is a high-class French restaurant located within the Grand Hotel. It has an elegant interior and a veranda overlooking Stockholm Bay and the royal palace located in Gamla Stan. They serve fantastic Scandinavian dishes at Grand’s Veranda.

Address: Blasieholmshamnen 2

Tel: +46 8-679 35 86

Email: verhov@grandhotel.se

Website: www.grandhotel.se