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 [...]
Northern Lights Holidays in Lapland
July 6, 2011 by Travel Guide Lapland
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The Northern Lights, also known as the Aurora Borealis, are cosmic phenomena that produce intense hues of yellow, green and blue, perform a ribbon-like dance of light across the northern night sky from November to February each year. The Northern Lights are caused by solar flares colliding with the earth’s atmosphere. The Northern Lights normally [...]
Lapland Climate and Weather
July 4, 2010 by Travel Guide Lapland
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Lapland is located in the northernmost reaches of Europe, close to the North Pole. As such, it can get very cold up there! There are a number of factors affecting the weather in Lapland, including the time of the year, but it should be remembered that no matter what time you decide [...]
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 [...]
An Overview of Lapland
July 1, 2010 by Travel Guide Lapland
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Although Lapland is known for being a former Finnish province, the region of Lapland actually stretches across four countries; Sweden, Norway, Finland and Russia. The name ‘Lapland’ is derived from the term ‘Lapp’ used to describe the native people of the region, the Sami. Although the term ‘Lapp’ is now considered [...]
Winter Holidays in Lapland
June 30, 2010 by Travel Guide Lapland
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If you are planning a winter holiday getaway, Lapland is a great place to go. It has a lot to offer for those who enjoy the winter and all the opportunities it has to offer in terms of outdoor activities. There is a lot that you can do during your winter holidays in Lapland. If [...]
What To Do In Lapland
June 29, 2010 by Travel Guide Lapland
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If you visit Lapland, you will find that it is a region which gives you many great opportunities to explore the outdoors and to take part in many fun activities that anyone will enjoy. Lapland is located in the northern part of Scandinavia and is a sparsely populated area, so it is away from the [...]
Winter Weddings and Honeymoons in Lapland
June 27, 2010 by Travel Guide Lapland
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Lapland is a magical place, and there’s nothing like a magical moment such as a wedding. Why not combine the two with a winter wedding and honeymoon in Lapland?
For a truly unique wedding experience, you should consider a wedding in the Ice Chapel at the Icehotel in Jukkasjarvi, Swedish Lapland! If [...]