Why we support the Heart-Lung Foundation

On February 6, 2022, after a training session ahead of the Vasaloppet ski race, I suffered a heart attack. I have always lived an active life, exercised regularly, eaten a healthy diet, and done what many would call "all the right things." Yet it still happened. It was a brutally clear reminder that cardiovascular disease can affect anyone—even those who live healthily and take care of their bodies.

That is precisely why the work of the Swedish Heart-Lung Foundation is so close to my heart. Their research shows that heart and lung diseases are still among our most common diseases, and that advances in research literally save lives. Every new discovery means better treatments, faster diagnoses, and greater opportunities to prevent more people from being affected.

For me, traveling, exercising, and leading an active life are part of my identity. But after my heart attack, it also became clear that I wanted to help others have the same chance to live a long and active life.

That is why Sportivo Travel will donate a contribution to the Swedish Heart-Lung Foundation for every traveler who travels with us throughout 2026.

It's our way of giving back — and working with you to support research that saves lives. When you travel with us, you're not just contributing to your own experience, but also to something bigger: more knowledge, better care, and more opportunities for people to live longer, healthier lives.

Thank you for traveling with us and supporting the Heart-Lung Foundation.

– Björn Svensson, founder of Sportivo Travel