https://best-served.co.uk/blog/topics/lapland-holidaysArticles designed to provide inspiration and suggestions to fire your imagination and help you start planning your next holiday in Scandinaviaen-gbBest Served ScandinaviaThu, 09 Apr 26 23:39:38 +0100https://d19lgisewk9l6l.cloudfront.net/assetbank/Husky_sledding_in_Finnish_Lapland_420384.jpghttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/an-experts-guide-to-lulea-the-gateway-to-swedish-laplandWhere the frozen waters of the Gulf of Bothnia meet the wild forests of Swedish Lapland, you’ll find Luleå, a city that perfectly balances Arctic adventure with Scandinavian sophistication. Here’s everything you need to know before you visit. Sophie Sadler11327Tue, 07 Oct 25 15:09:44 +0100AdventurousAutumnCity BreaksLaplandThe Midnight SunNorthern LightsSpringSummerUnique & unusualWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/just-back-from-finnish-laplandRecently back from the snowy wilds of Finnish Lapland, Steff Sargeant shares her expert opinions on the renowned Wilderness Hotels, Javri Lodge & Northern Light Village.Steff Sargeant11258Fri, 23 May 25 00:00:00 +0100LaplandNorthern LightsWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/a-magical-winter-adventure-in-swedish-laplandScandi specialist Lynn recently returned from a trip to Swedish Lapland. Here she offers a first hand account of her experience.Lynn Jordan-Willis11252Thu, 08 May 25 09:53:56 +0100AdventurousLaplandUnique & unusualhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/finlands-best-glass-igloos-and-aurora-hotelsWitnessing the otherworldly spirals of the Northern Lights is, for many, a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Our specialists have picked our their favourites stays in Finnish Lapland, designed for viewing the aurora.Steff Sargeant10143Fri, 20 Dec 24 00:00:00 +0000AutumnGlass IgloosLaplandNorthern LightsUnique & unusualWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/how-to-make-santa-holidays-work-for-the-whole-familyTaking your children to meet Santa on a wintry adventure in Lapland is for many a picturesque dream. But these trips offer plenty for older children and adults as well, such as winter sports and luxury lodges. Best Served specialist Steff Sargeant checks out the options.Steff Sargeant9019Sun, 01 Dec 24 00:00:00 +0000FamiliesLaplandSanta HolidaysWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/guide-to-husky-sleddingIn this guide, we’ll point you towards the best husky holidays in Scandinavia and mush you between the sport’s rich history and tips on how to steer.Norire Arakelyan8880Tue, 23 Apr 24 00:00:00 +0100LaplandWildlifeWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/laplands-best-hotelsFrom heated glass igloos under the Northern Lights to hotels carved of ice, Lapland provides an enchanting stage for some of Scandinavia and the Nordics' most innovative accommodation. Read on to find out more about Lapland's very best hotels.Lisa Ayling10482Wed, 01 Nov 23 00:00:00 +0000Glass IgloosHoneymoonsIce & Snow HotelsLaplandLodges & Log CabinsThe Midnight SunNorthern LightsUnique & unusualWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/where-to-see-the-northern-lightsRead our short guide on the Northern Lights, including the best places to see them, where to go and when you are most likely to see them.Charlie Pritchard8530Mon, 02 Oct 23 00:00:00 +0100Christmas & New YearIce & Snow HotelsLaplandNorthern LightsUnique & unusualhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/harriniva-santa-break-exclusive-departures-your-frequently-asked-questionsTaking your children to meet Santa in Lapland is for many a dream experience, so naturally there is plenty to consider. Below you'll find answers to the most common questions about our most popular festive break – the Harriniva Santa Break exclusive departures. Sue McAlinden11133Tue, 05 Sep 23 15:13:27 +0100FamiliesLaplandSanta HolidaysWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/a-room-with-a-view-scandinavias-glass-igloos-and-other-innovationsScandinavia has long been a leader of the world's most innovative hotels, from igloos deep in Finnish Lapland to cabins on Norway's Arctic shores. We've compiled a list of the most stunning glass accommodation Scandinavia has to offer. David Ward10053Mon, 01 May 23 00:00:00 +0100AdventurousAutumnChristmas & New YearFamiliesGlass IgloosHoneymoonsLaplandWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/why-lulea-makes-for-the-perfect-lapland-winter-breakWe know and love Sweden for many things: Arctic wilderness, epic hotels, fika…But, perhaps not so well-known is the little city of Lulea in Swedish Lapland. Home to Northern Lights, snow-dusted forests and award-winning cuisine, discover why Lulea makes for the perfect Lapland winter break.Angela Perro10510Tue, 06 Sep 22 00:00:00 +0100AdventurousFamiliesLaplandNorthern Lightshttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/top-5-places-to-stay-in-and-around-luleaFrom Northern Lights and Arctic adventure to a UNESCO-listed Old Town and innovative hotels, Luleå is the much-unexplored gateway to Swedish Lapland, and with new direct flights from London Heathrow to Luleå starting in December 2021, we've chosen five of the best places to stay in and around Luleå.Claire Benktander10967Mon, 28 Jun 21 09:15:55 +0100City BreaksLaplandThe Midnight SunNorthern LightsSummerWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/swedish-lapland-holidays-for-summerWhile the region is renowned as a winter playground, a summer holiday to Swedish Lapland offers the chance to see another side of the region, one drenched in sunshine from the Midnight Sun and full of opportunities to explore this beautiful countryside.Alice Somerset9567Tue, 06 Aug 19 00:00:00 +0100LaplandSummerhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/top-tips-for-visiting-finnish-laplandAdvice from our Finnish Lapland destination specialists on staying warm, photographing the Northern Lights, staying warm, writing letters to Santa, and... well, staying warm.Sophie Sadler9736Wed, 19 Jun 19 00:00:00 +0100LaplandWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/the-best-places-to-see-the-northern-lights-this-winterNorthern Lights holidays can be tricky to plan, but we have compiled the best spots where you'll be able to get a viewing this winter, as well as the best times to visit.Saija Kokkonen8958Fri, 31 May 19 00:00:00 +0100Ice & Snow HotelsLaplandNorthern LightsWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/our-favourite-icehotel-art-suitesThe ICEHOTEL has long been known for its spectacularly unique art suites, carved yearly out of blocks from the frozen Torne river. We take a look at our favourite art suites in this world-renowned construction, from mammoth King Kong carvings to 1920s apartments. Claire Benktander10186Tue, 12 Jun 18 13:54:53 +0100Ice & Snow HotelsLaplandThe Midnight SunNorthern Lightshttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/why-are-there-no-ice-hotels-in-icelandIt's rather ironic that Iceland, the 'land of ice and fire', contains zero ice hotels. But what it lacks in ice it more than makes up for in national park-framed lodges and private lagoon hotels. Still hankering to sleep on a bed made of snow? The neighbouring Nordics have more than enough.Claire Benktander10103Tue, 20 Mar 18 14:02:08 +0000AdventurousIce & Snow HotelsLaplandLodges & Log CabinsThe Midnight SunNorthern LightsSummerUnique & unusualWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/our-favourite-places-to-sauna-in-scandinaviaSaunas and the Nordics have long been synonymous, so it’s unsurprising that there's a day dedicated to saunas in Helsinki, Finland on 10 March. To celebrate, we've compiled a list of our favourite places to immerse yourself in the Scandi pastime, from snow saunas in Lapland to boat spas in Norway. Claire Benktander10094Tue, 06 Mar 18 16:20:46 +0000FamiliesGlass IgloosLaplandThe Midnight SunNorthern Lightshttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/introducing-the-icehotel-365An ice hotel 'first' - you can now stay in a room carved from ice whilst the midnight sun beats down on Swedish Lapland's wild landscape. Shana Rohn10070Mon, 12 Feb 18 09:15:16 +0000AdventurousIce & Snow HotelsLaplandhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/interview-with-the-british-designers-of-the-new-icehotelSwedish Lapland's ICEHOTEL is one of Scandinavia's most sought-after hotels, Meet the British brothers behind one of their latest designs.Ronan Gay10039Wed, 17 Jan 18 15:30:42 +0000Ice & Snow HotelsLaplandWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/book-now-top-scandinavia-destinations-for-next-winterWith everything from glass igloos and ice hotels to Northern Lights tours and Santa visits, a winter break in Scandinavia is a truly magical experience. Browse our top itineraries and book now to guarantee availability for next season's busiest periods.Claire Benktander10036Tue, 16 Jan 18 16:53:34 +0000Christmas & New YearFamiliesGlass IgloosIce & Snow HotelsLaplandNorthern LightsWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/a-game-of-thrones-themed-hotel-has-arrived-in-finnish-laplandMove aside Father Christmas, Finnish Lapland has got a new attraction in town in the shape of Dragons, White Walkers and an icy Iron Throne - yes, really! Snow Village in Finland has partnered up with HBO Nordic to bring Game of Thrones to life in the form of a themed ice hotel. Kiera Greenwood10034Mon, 15 Jan 18 14:12:50 +0000Ice & Snow HotelsLaplandWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/introducing-apukka-a-new-northern-lights-resortA look at the new-for-2017 resort that's set to bring everything from ice log buildings and Aurora cabins to Northern Lights wagon trips and even a sauna on skis to the wild remotes of Finnish Lapland. And it's all just a short hop from Santa's Village too.David Ward9939Wed, 11 Oct 17 12:20:03 +0100AdventurousLaplandUnique & unusualWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/new-for-scandinavia-this-winterConstantly innovating, there’s plenty of new excitement for this winter in Scandinavia, from luxury-villa holidays and adults-only retreats to Santa villages and New Years Eve in an ice hotel. David Ward9850Thu, 03 Aug 17 13:18:59 +0100Christmas & New YearFamiliesGlass IgloosIce & Snow HotelsLaplandNorthern LightsSanta HolidaysUnique & unusualWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/the-man-who-planted-roomsKent Lindvall, founder of the award-winning Treehotel in Swedish Lapland, discusses what makes an eco-getaway in the northern forests of Sweden so appealing.Julia Hudson8889Tue, 02 Aug 16 00:00:00 +0100LaplandLodges & Log CabinsUnique & unusualhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/a-screen-free-scandinavia-summerWith the summer holiday to look forward to, we take a look at the many ways Scandinavia can inspire children's imaginations, keep them moving and away from the digital screens.Simon Langley8731Tue, 19 Apr 16 17:43:57 +0100AdventurousFamiliesLaplandLodges & Log CabinsSelf-drivesSummerWildlifehttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/competition-winner-my-adventure-in-swedish-laplandLast year, Sarah was the lucky winner of our Swedish Lapland competition. Having returned from her holiday, she's jotted down her experience... read on!Ronan Gay8623Thu, 03 Mar 16 16:40:14 +0000AdventurousCity BreaksLaplandLodges & Log CabinsNorthern LightsWinter