https://best-served.co.uk/blog/topics/wildlifeArticles 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 06:19:23 +0100https://d19lgisewk9l6l.cloudfront.net/wexas/www/images/bss/web/Holiday%20Types/Wildlife/Wildlife_300x200.jpghttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/an-experts-guide-to-akureyri-the-gateway-to-north-icelandAkureyri is the largest town in Iceland outside of the Reykjavik region, tucked away at the base of the country’s longest fjord and framed by rugged mountains that remain blanketed in snow for much of the year. Here's all you need to know before you visit. Joel Rabinowitz11319Thu, 18 Sep 25 15:06:11 +0100AdventurousAutumnNorthern LightsWildlifeWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/how-to-plan-a-first-trip-to-greenlandNew to Greenland? This essential guide covers how to get there, where to go, and why this icy island deserves a spot on your travel list. Perfect for first-time visitors and curious explorers.Norire Arakelyan11256Thu, 22 May 25 12:49:09 +0100Bucket-list adventuresUnique & unusualWildlifehttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/best-ways-to-enjoy-summerBrowse our recommended ideas and inspiration for how to enjoy a superb Scandinavian summer holiday David Ward242Tue, 25 Mar 25 00:00:00 +0000AdventurousCity BreaksEscorted holidaysRail journeysSelf-drivesWildlifehttps://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/just-back-from-arctic-lakeland-finlandOur Finland specialist Pippa McCarthy shares her experience of Arctic Lakeland. From the delights of spring and the endless days under summer to crisp autumns and snow-laden winters with their magical displays of the Northern Lights, it really is the perfect year-round destination.Pippa McCarthy11119Mon, 17 Jul 23 15:03:34 +0100AdventurousAutumnSpringSummerWildlifeWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/best-ways-to-enjoy-winterScandinavia is synonymous with winter, snow sports and all of the outdoor activities you can enjoy during this period such as exploring by snow mobile, taking husky sled rides, ice fishing, snowshoeing and hunting for the Northern Lights. David Ward263Fri, 07 Jul 23 00:00:00 +0100AdventurousIce & Snow HotelsNorthern LightsWildlifeWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/the-best-wildlife-experiences-in-norway-sweden-and-other-countriesWe take a look at the incredible range of wildlife that inhabit Norway, Sweden, Finland and other countries – and how you can best see them.Norire Arakelyan8633Wed, 14 Jun 23 00:00:00 +0100Lodges & Log CabinsSummerWildlifeWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/the-wildlife-of-scandinaviaScandinavia deserves a place on your travel list if you're seeking incredible wildlife encounters on your next trip. Whether it's bears, whales, reindeer or moose you want to see, explore the wild side of Scandinavia.Steff Sargeant10708Tue, 30 May 23 00:00:00 +0100SummerUnique & unusualWildlifeWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/tromsos-top-ten-excursionsTo help you create your perfect winter adventure, our specialists provide the lowdown on Tromso's best excursions. There's everything from Northern Lights hunts to husky safaris and guided tastings at the world's northernmost distillery.David Ward10248Mon, 13 Jul 20 00:00:00 +0100AdventurousNorthern LightsWildlifeWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/top-five-reasons-to-visit-sweden-in-winterFrom the many winter-weather activities – think snowmobiling and husky-sledding – to its iconic properties, including the world's first ice hotel, Sweden has much to offer the adventurous traveller during the colder months.Emily Newton-Smith10736Tue, 10 Dec 19 12:28:52 +0000AdventurousWildlifeWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/the-seven-wonders-of-scandinaviaFrom fascinating wildlife experience to truly unique places to stay, discover the Seven Wonders of Scandinavia as chosen by our destination specialists.Saija Kokkonen10481Fri, 29 Mar 19 11:38:41 +0000AdventurousUnique & unusualWildlifehttps://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/spend-summer-in-finlandFinland often conjure images of winter snow and ice, but out of those frozen landscapes springs a vibrant summer scene offering just as many exciting activities and adventurous opportunities as the ice-white playgrounds of the chillier months.Shana Rohn10128Tue, 17 Apr 18 15:43:33 +0100AdventurousSummerWildlifehttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/seeing-svalbards-polar-bearsWith more polar bears than people, Svalbard remains one of the best places in the world to glimpse these animals. Learn the best time to spot polar bears here, as well as how to photograph them and stay safe in their wilderness habitat. Saija Kokkonen9317Tue, 14 Mar 17 10:09:44 +0000WildlifeWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/getting-to-know-svalbardSvalbard sits so high up in the Arctic Circle that it has come to epitomise the idea of remoteness, making it a romantic destination for adventurers and anyone seeking tranquillity among a rugged landscape of epic proportions. Here's why we love travelling to the top of the world.Simon Langley9036Thu, 13 Oct 16 12:47:11 +0100Northern LightsWildlifeWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/whale-watching-in-icelandSummer is the best season for whale watching cruises in Iceland, so start here for how to get the most out of your trip.Sophie Sadler8855Fri, 17 Jun 16 12:51:39 +0100FamiliesSummerWildlifehttps://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/puffin-arrival-day-lovund-norwayOn April 14th each year, 200,000 of the birds descend on Lovund – it’s such a regular occurrence that you could set your calendar by it, making it one of the best ways of spotting both adult and baby puffins.Ronan Gay8681Wed, 06 Apr 16 13:03:47 +0100Unique & unusualWildlifehttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/real-and-mythological-animals-in-scandinaviaFrom majestic whales to giant bears, ferocious wolverines and sly lynx, here are some of our favourites.Ronan Gay8659Fri, 18 Mar 16 11:54:13 +0000Unique & unusualWildlife