https://best-served.co.uk/blog/topics/midnight-sunArticles designed to provide inspiration and suggestions to fire your imagination and help you start planning your next holiday in Scandinaviaen-gbBest Served ScandinaviaMon, 27 Apr 26 20:07:10 +0100https://d19lgisewk9l6l.cloudfront.net/assetbank/Midnight_sun_Seljalandsfoss_southern_Iceland_660853.jpghttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/finland-the-happiest-country-on-earthIt’s official – Finland is, according to a new United Nations report, still the happiest country on earth. And their Nordic cousins aren't too far behind.David Ward10097Tue, 07 Apr 26 00:00:00 +0100AdventurousGlass IgloosThe Midnight SunNorthern LightsSanta HolidaysUnique & unusualhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/scandinavia-through-the-seasonsWith such a variety of landscapes and activities, it's hard to define the best time to visit Scandinavia. The answer, really, is that there isn't one. Endless summer days bathed in the midnight sun give way to months of snow-bound fun, when, for many, Scandinavia really comes into its own.Norire Arakelyan10068Thu, 01 Jan 26 00:00:00 +0000AutumnChristmas & New YearThe Midnight SunSpringSummerWinterhttps://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/when-is-the-best-time-to-visit-finnish-lapland-an-experts-guideFinnish Lapland encompasses the northern third of Finland, a region of rolling fells, sprawling boreal forests, glittering lakes and rugged tundra landscapes. But, with the dramatic seasonal contrasts, the range of experiences and activities on offer varies significantly depending on when you visit.Joel Rabinowitz11304Tue, 02 Sep 25 09:20:55 +0100AdventurousAutumnThe Midnight SunNorthern LightsSummerWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/when-is-the-best-time-to-visit-iceland-a-seasonal-guideIceland is a country that experiences extreme contrasts throughout the seasons, both in terms of daylight hours and weather conditions. So, to help you plan your Icelandic adventure, here’s an overview of what to expect throughout the year. Joel Rabinowitz11290Thu, 31 Jul 25 11:12:26 +0100AdventurousAutumnThe Midnight SunNorthern LightsSpringSummerWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/when-is-the-best-time-to-visit-norway-a-seasonal-guideNorway is a remarkably versatile year-round travel destination, but choosing the right time to visit depends on what kind of trip you're planning and which part of the country you're focusing on. Here, we provide an overview of what you can expect in Norway throughout the seasons. Joel Rabinowitz11286Fri, 25 Jul 25 12:37:06 +0100AdventurousAutumnThe Midnight SunNorthern LightsSpringSummerWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/inside-the-forest-lagoon-icelands-best-geothermal-spaSince opening in 2022, the Forest Lagoon has emerged as one of Iceland's finest geothermal spas – but how does it compare to the Blue Lagoon and Sky Lagoon? Last month, Joel Rabinowitz went to find out.Joel Rabinowitz11272Thu, 26 Jun 25 17:04:42 +0100The Midnight SunNorthern LightsSummerUnique & unusualWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/an-experts-guide-to-nuuk-the-capital-of-greenlandSpread across a rocky outcrop at the entrance to one of the largest fjord systems on Earth is Nuuk, the capital of Greenland. Here's everything you need to know before you visit one of the world's smallest and most remote cities. Joel Rabinowitz11257Fri, 23 May 25 12:50:56 +0100AdventurousCity BreaksThe Midnight SunNorthern LightsSummerUnique & unusualWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/an-experts-guide-to-the-lofoten-islandsScattered off the northwest coast of mainland Norway, around 200 kilometres inside the Arctic Circle, are the Lofoten Islands – a chain of jagged, mountainous islands rising dramatically from the frigid waters of the Norwegian Sea. Here’s all you need to know before you visit.Joel Rabinowitz11251Fri, 02 May 25 16:23:59 +0100AdventurousThe Midnight SunNorthern LightsSummerWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/from-the-west-coast-to-the-arctic-circle-our-guide-to-norways-most-majestic-fjordsWith well over 1,000 fjords along Norway's coastline, narrowing down which ones to visit and where to base yourself presents quite the challenge. So, to help point you in the right direction, we’ve picked out 10 of Norway’s most majestic fjords. Joel Rabinowitz11246Mon, 10 Mar 25 09:25:48 +0000AdventurousFjord holidaysThe Midnight SunNorthern LightsSummerWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/explore-our-2025-hot-listAs the year draws towards a close, we look ahead to the destinations across Scandinavia and the Nordics that we expect to shape your travel plans over the coming 12 months – from the frozen wilds of Greenland’s west coast to Finland’s idyllic Turku Archipelago. Joel Rabinowitz11232Mon, 30 Dec 24 14:11:17 +0000AdventurousThe Midnight SunNorthern LightsSummerWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/our-expert-guide-to-norwegian-coastal-cruisingThere's no better way to explore Norway's awe-inspiring coastline than a cruise – but choosing the right one isn't always straightforward. Here, we break down the key factors to consider when considering a Norwegian coastal cruise. Joel Rabinowitz11196Tue, 13 Aug 24 15:22:50 +0100Fjord holidaysThe Midnight SunNorthern LightsCruise HolidaysSummerWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/northern-lights-or-midnight-sunJourneys to the Arctic Circle are full of year-round adventure. While summer offers the opportunity to witness the everlasting glow of the Midnight Sun, a winter getaway could reward you with a dazzling display of the Northern Lights. Struggling to choose between them? Our experts delve deeper.Norire Arakelyan11113Wed, 10 Apr 24 00:00:00 +0100The Midnight SunNorthern LightsSummerWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/ms-havila-castor-a-journey-through-norways-iconic-fjordsBest Served Scandinavia specialists Meriel Lowe and Rachel Pennycook share their experience of life on board Havila Castor – one of Havila's brand new ships – as they sailed north along Norway's famous west coast from Bergen towards Trondheim.Rachel Pennycook11161Tue, 05 Mar 24 17:23:19 +0000The Midnight SunNorthern Lightshttps://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/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/our-top-summer-trips-to-finlandOur specialists pick out a selection of summer itineraries, from self-drives and cruises to wildlife-watching trips and even a stay at a glass-fronted treehouse hotel located right on the Arctic Circle. David Ward10532Mon, 03 Jun 19 13:40:28 +0100AdventurousThe Midnight SunSelf-drivesSummerhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/our-best-value-summer-holidays-to-norwayOur specialists pick out their top summer trips for under £1,250 per person. There’s everything from long-weekend breaks in the fjords to a cross-border adventure pairing Arctic Tromso with a stay at Sweden’s famous ICEHOTEL.David Ward10413Tue, 05 Feb 19 13:26:29 +0000AdventurousThe Midnight SunSummerhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/just-back-from-a-summer-adventure-in-finnish-laplandScandinavia specialist Sophie Sadler has just returned from a magical trip in Finnish Lapland. Read her in-depth review and recommendations here.Sophie Sadler10240Wed, 01 Aug 18 15:29:45 +0100AdventurousThe Midnight SunSummerUnique & unusualWildlifehttps://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 Lights