https://best-served.co.uk/blog/topics/winterArticles designed to provide inspiration and suggestions to fire your imagination and help you start planning your next holiday in Scandinaviaen-gbBest Served ScandinaviaWed, 08 Apr 26 10:11:12 +0100https://d19lgisewk9l6l.cloudfront.net/assetbank/Husky_Draft_Race_91933.jpghttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/where-to-see-the-northern-lights-2015-2016Want to know the best place to see the Northern Lights this winter? Scandinavia expert Sophie Sadler has put together a list of her favourite destinations.David Ward8375Fri, 13 Mar 26 00:00:00 +0000Northern LightsWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/explore-our-2026-cool-listAs we navigate the first couple of months of the year, we look ahead to the destinations across Scandinavia and the Nordics that we expect to shape your travel plans in 2026 – from Iceland’s Snaefellsnes Peninsula to the polar wilds of Svalbard.Joel Rabinowitz11343Mon, 09 Feb 26 00:00:00 +0000AdventurousFjord holidaysSelf-drivesSummerWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/just-back-from-lulea-brandon-lodge-swedish-laplandFresh from a recent trip to Swedish Lapland, Senior Content Specialist Joel Rabinowitz shares his experience walking on the famous ice road in Luleå, exploring Gammelstad Church Town, seeing the Northern Lights and snowmobiling on the frozen sea at Brändön Lodge. Joel Rabinowitz11360Fri, 30 Jan 26 15:24:07 +0000Lodges & Log CabinsNorthern LightsWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/top-10-things-to-do-in-longyearbyen-svalbardSpread along a valley flanked by steep mountains on the edge of a fjord lies Longyearbyen, the world’s northernmost town with a population greater than 1,000 and the primary settlement in the Svalbard archipelago. Here are our top 10 things to see and do. Joel Rabinowitz11357Mon, 12 Jan 26 12:45:49 +0000AdventurousNorthern LightsSummerWinterhttps://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/just-back-from-trondheim-rorosBest Served Scandinavia specialist Charlie Pritchard shares the highlights of his recent trip to Norway's Trøndelag region, including a stay at Trondheim's iconic Britannia Hotel and a visit to the charming Christmas market of Røros. Charlie Pritchard11348Wed, 17 Dec 25 10:08:00 +0000Christmas & New YearWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/a-winter-season-in-swedish-laplandWhat happens when a quick Arctic getaway turns into a life-changing decision? Charlie spent six months working at Brändön Lodge in Swedish Lapland – dogsledding across the frozen sea, chasing the northern lights and discovering a community he never expected to find.Charlie Pritchard11337Wed, 12 Nov 25 00:00:00 +0000Winterhttps://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/the-best-places-to-see-the-northern-lights-in-swedenSweden’s far north lies directly beneath the auroral oval – the zone between roughly 60-75 °N where the Northern Lights are most frequently seen – which, combined with vast swathes of wide open wilderness with minimal light pollution, makes it an ideal place to witness the aurora in all its glory.Joel Rabinowitz11326Fri, 03 Oct 25 10:10:06 +0100AutumnNorthern LightsWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/top-10-things-to-do-in-trondheim-norways-former-viking-capitalWith its flourishing culinary scene, excellent art museums, fjord-side saunas and colourful neighbourhoods brimming with cosy cafes and microbreweries, Trondheim – Norway's third largest city – is a wonderful place to spend a long weekend. Here are our top 10 things to see and do. Joel Rabinowitz11325Thu, 02 Oct 25 10:57:53 +0100AutumnCity BreaksSummerWinterhttps://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/tromsos-top-10Situated 350 kilometres inside the Arctic Circle, Tromso offers a rare mix of urban attractions alongside a plethora of awe-inspiring experiences in the surrounding nature, and superb possibilities of seeing the Northern Lights. Here are our top 10 things to do in Tromso. Joel Rabinowitz9035Fri, 12 Sep 25 00:00:00 +0100AdventurousNorthern LightsWinterhttps://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/top-10-things-to-do-in-reykjavik-icelands-cosmopolitan-capitalReykjavik, the world’s northernmost capital city, brims with striking architecture, vibrant street art and excellent museums. Here's our pick of the top 10 things to do. Joel Rabinowitz11301Thu, 21 Aug 25 15:44:50 +0100AutumnCity BreaksNorthern LightsSummerWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/where-to-see-the-northern-lights-in-norwayFrom Tromso to Svalbard, our specialists pick out their top spots for seeing the Northern Lights in Norway.David Ward10853Fri, 15 Aug 25 00:00:00 +0100AdventurousAutumnNorthern LightsWinterhttps://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/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/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/the-best-places-to-see-the-northern-lights-in-icelandIceland is one of the best places in the world to see the Northern Lights – but where exactly are the best places to maximise your chances when aurora hunting? Here are some of the very best Northern Lights viewing locations in Iceland. Joel Rabinowitz10963Fri, 11 Apr 25 00:00:00 +0100AdventurousAutumnBucket-list adventuresCity BreaksNorthern LightsUnique & unusualWinterhttps://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/unique-places-to-stay-in-and-around-ilulissat-greenlandIlulissat may be most renowned as one of the best places in the world to see icebergs, but in recent years it has also developed a reputation for offering some of Greenland's most innovative accommodation experiences, including a series of off-grid wilderness lodges.Joel Rabinowitz11245Wed, 26 Feb 25 10:55:28 +0000AdventurousNorthern LightsSummerWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/the-ultimate-travel-guide-to-ilulissat-greenlandAround 300 kilometres north of the Arctic Circle on the west coast of Greenland is Ilulissat, a town of 4,800 people renowned for majestic icebergs that float down the nearby fjord into Disko Bay. Here's everything you need to know if you're considering a trip to this spectacular part of Greenland.Joel Rabinowitz11244Thu, 20 Feb 25 10:55:16 +0000AdventurousNorthern LightsSummerWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/just-back-from-ilulissat-greenlandFresh from a recent trip to Ilulissat, Senior Content Specialist Joel Rabinowitz shares his experience sailing among icebergs, dog sledding through the wilderness and seeing the Northern Lights in this spectacular part of Greenland.Joel Rabinowitz11243Tue, 11 Feb 25 16:20:54 +0000AdventurousNorthern LightsWinterhttps://best-served.co.uk/blog/lapland-a-comparative-guide-to-finland-sweden-norwayLapland stretches across three countries: Finland, Sweden and Norway. This guide compares each destination, considering accommodation, activities, and experiences to help you plan your ideal Lapland getaway. Norire Arakelyan11237Mon, 27 Jan 25 16:20:37 +0000Winterhttps://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/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/just-back-from-tromso-malangen-norwayEarlier this month, Best Served Scandinavia specialist Lynn Jordan-Willis, along with several fellow team members, spent several days in Tromso, experiencing the myriad delights of Norway’s Arctic metropolis. Here, she shares the highlights of her trip.Lynn Jordan-Willis11229Thu, 19 Dec 24 10:53:16 +0000AdventurousNorthern LightsWinter