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Holiday For Sport
Towards the end of February, Swedes take off for a week for what is known as ‘sportlov’ (ski holiday), designed as a family-friendly sporting vacation. This tradition dates back to World War II when fuel shortages meant that schools had to be closed for a week to conserve supplies. Nowadays, it’s an excuse to indulge in winter sporting activities.
Although many individuals enjoy a ski trip each year, sunny destinations like Thailand and the Canary Islands are becoming increasingly attractive alternatives.
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