Sweden is a hidden gem, for those looking for a snow-sure destination ... a family could wish for – even those looking to enjoy activities other than skiing, such as dog sled rides, ice fishing ...

guided walks through vineyards are part of a sleep-promoting programme of activities." Getty Images A sauna is an essential and classic winter experience in Sweden (Credit: Getty Images ...

Ice made of frozen slush or snow is much weaker than core ice ... and this is true in large parts of Sweden. Climate change ...

After a day out snowshoeing or snowmobile riding, travellers warm up fireside and plot the next day’s activities with the ... For most of the winter, the region’s slender woodland conifers ...

Sweden is home to 20,000 Sámi ... From €1,530 per person (£1,365), including activities, winter clothing hire, six nights’ accommodation, two lunches and airport transfers to and from ...

It has become a troubling pattern for Sweden. Make it nine times that the Nordic country with a proud heritage in winter sports has put its hand up to stage a Winter Olympics, only to be knocked back.