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Sample Sweden\u2019s best bits, from chic boutiques to hands-on lobster hauling on this exclusive Nordic adventure.<\/p>\n<h2>Soaking up Stockholm<\/h2>\n<p>Arrive into Stockholm and set off for your chic city stay, the stylish Lydmar Hotel, right in the heart of the town center. \u00a0After a quick coffee, hit the streets and explore Stockholm\u2019s different districts. Wander around the historic old town of Gamla Stan with its narrow cobbled streets and grand buildings before heading over to the bohemian cultural hub of Sodermalm. Meander amongst art galleries and boutiques before grabbing a bite to eat in one of the colourful cafes. Come night-time head out for dinner and drinks at one of Stockholm\u2019s most stylish restaurants, Brasserie Le Rouge. With a distinct Moulin Rouge-esque feel to it (minus the cabaret), settle into the red velvet interiors and enjoy a delicious dinner in intimate surroundings before ambling back down the road to the Lydmar and falling into your sumptuous king size bed.<br \/>\n<!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>Explore new heights<\/h2>\n<p>Early the next morning you\u2019ll set off on a helicopter tour over the archipelago for a fantastic bird\u2019s eye view of the scattered islands below, before touching down for a fresh seafood lunch and perhaps a schnapps or two. Fed and watered, you\u2019ll then hop into a rib boat and take to the seas on your return journey to the city center. Relax in the evening in the Lydmar\u2019s stylish bar and restaurant with a plate of gourmet food and a cold beer before heading back to your room to catch a few zzz&#8217;s.<\/p>\n<h2>Go Gothenburg go<\/h2>\n<p>On your third morning, you\u2019ll leave Stockholm behind and travel on to Gothenburg. You\u2019ll be staying at the Clarion Hotel Post, a former post office loving transformed into a contemporary crash pad right at the heart of Gothenburg city center. Spend the day exploring your new surroundings; snapping away at the art nouveau architecture and checking out some of the city\u2019s stunning contemporary gallery spaces. Take a walk through the Garden Society of Gothenburg and make sure to stop off at the R\u00f6hsska Museum for a peek into some innovative Scandinavian design, before heading back to the hotel for a quick freshen up pre-dinner. This evening you\u2019ll be dining in one of Sweden\u2019s very best restaurants, Sj\u00f6magasinet. Set at the edge of Gothenburg harbour, this little place serves up some of the best seafood you are likely to sample alongside a varied range of classic wines, hand picked to complement your meal by the restaurant\u2019s expert sommelier.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Working your way back from plate to preparation to catch, you\u2019ll be spending the following morning out on a lobster or shellfish safari out on the archipelago seas. Learn the tricks of the trade from your experienced fisherman guides who will take you through everything from hauling up the pots to cooking up your catch and of course, sampling the fruits of your labour.<\/p>\n<h2>Float your boat<\/h2>\n<p>On day five you\u2019ll set off for the Bohusl\u00e4n&#8217;s outer archipelago where you\u2019ll find the ultra-modern floating hotel, Salt and Sill. Spend the next couple of days enjoying the marine scenery and soaking up the spectacular views from your private rooftop Jacuzzi. Learn how to recreate some of Salt and Sill\u2019s culinary masterpieces in their very own cooking school, or take an evening cruise along the coast and indulge in a spot of restaurant hopping \u2013 rest assured that wherever you stop will be serving only the very finest fare. On your last day on the archipelago set off on a kayaking tour of the Koster Marine National Park, looking out for spotted seals and enjoy stunning views back over the region\u2019s rocky coastline.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From the stylish city centers of Stockholm and Gothenburg to the peaceful islands of the surrounding archipelago, there\u2019s a whole lot to see in the space of a week. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve put together a little tasting menu of some of our favorite experiences from across the country. 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