Dog sledding holidays in Lapland
October 28, 2011 by Travel Guide Lapland
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Those with an adventurous spirit for something different will no doubt enjoy a once in a lifetime dog sledding experience. If your next holiday takes you to the far reaches of Sweden, Finland or Norway, a dog sledding holiday in Lapland should be on the list of things to do.
Dog sledding holidays are guided tours [...]
Stay in a Wilderness Log Cabin in Lapland
September 19, 2011 by Travel Guide Lapland
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If you yearn for a holiday that will let you escape from your everyday life what about log cabin holidays in Lapland?
In winter, the experience is heightened by the snowy conditions and short days. What could be more romantic than returning after a day’s skiing or dog-sledding to a cosy log cabin complete with [...]
Tying the Knot in Lapland – Amazing Winter Wedding Destinations
September 19, 2011 by Travel Guide Lapland
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What could be a more memorable experience than getting married in Lapland? Forget the palm fringed beach and the sand in your wedding shoes; by choosing the Arctic Circle as your wedding venue you can really have a fairytale ceremony amidst pine forests and deep snow.
Lapland weddings are civil ceremonies, but a Lutheran priest [...]
How to Choose an Arctic Cruise Holiday
September 19, 2011 by Travel Guide Lapland
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For those travellers who want to experience something totally different, Arctic holidays and cruises can open up a whole new world. The landscapes are just as beautiful as those around the Mediterranean, and the Arctic Circle is home to an array of unique animals that cannot be seen anywhere else.
The excursions on this type of [...]
The Best Time to See the Northern Lights in Lapland
September 19, 2011 by Travel Guide Lapland
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The Northern Lights, also known by their official name of the Aurora Borealis, appear at their best in Lapland; however, they are real prima donnas, only turning up when they feel like it, which just adds to their ethereal mystery. In fact, many Laps will tell you that they only put on a display for [...]
Visit Santa in Lapland
November 25, 2010 by Travel Guide Lapland
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As the Christmas season approaches, many families are looking for unique ways to celebrate the holidays. An increasingly popular option is a visit to Santa in Lapland. Rather than spend hours in a department store queue, take a short break or even a day trip to Lapland and experience Father Christmas in his traditional homeland.
Many [...]
More And More Visitors Exhilarated And Thrilled By Husky Safaris In Lapland – As Seen On 71 Degrees North
September 20, 2010 by Travel Guide Lapland
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Increasing numbers of visitors to Lapland are discovering the truly unique experience offered by husky safaris in Lapland. Dog sledding holidays have seen a huge increase in popularity in recent years as more and more people discover the exhilaration of winter activity holidays in Arctic regions such as Lapland and Canada.
This interest is set [...]
Top Sights To See in Lapland
July 3, 2010 by Travel Guide Lapland
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There’s always something to see in Lapland. From the sky show put on by the aurora borealis to the picturesque landscapes of inner Lapland, the region is a place truly untouched by the ravages of modern life. Although all sights in the region are amazing, there are some top sights to [...]
Exploring Lapland
July 2, 2010 by Travel Guide Lapland
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If you want to travel to an “out of the ordinary” place, why not take a trip to northern Scandinavia and explore Lapland?
Lapland is the name for the northern regions of Norway, Sweden and Finland. The majority of the territory lies within the arctic circle, so it is obviously a place with an overall cold [...]
Winter Adventure Sports in Lapland
July 2, 2010 by Travel Guide Lapland
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If you love winter activities and sports, then Lapland will be an ideal destination for you. Located in northern Scandinavia, Lapland holidays have a lot to offer to visitors who like to practice winter sports of all kinds. Due to its northern location, winter in Lapland begins during the month of October and lasts well [...]