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Viktoria Berglund works in the tourism industry in Lyngen municipality but cannot find housing and is forced to live in her car. The situation is linked to the proliferation of short-term rentals through Airbnb, which has reduced the availability of long-term housing in the region.
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Viktoria Berglund works in the tourism industry in Lyngen municipality but cannot find housing and is forced to live in her car. The situation is link...
Viktoria Berglund works in the tourism industry in Lyngen municipality but cannot find housing and is forced to live in her car. The situation is linked to the proliferation of short-term rentals through Airbnb, which has reduced the availability of long-term housing in the region.
Updated: 13.06.2026
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