Where 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. … more about An expert's guide to Luleå, the gateway to Swedish Lapland
Finnish 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. … more about When is the best time to visit Finnish Lapland? An expert's guide
Iceland 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. … more about When is the best time to visit Iceland? A seasonal guide
Norway 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. … more about When is the best time to visit Norway? A seasonal guide
Since 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. … more about Inside the Forest Lagoon: Iceland's best geothermal spa?
Spread 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. … more about An expert's guide to Nuuk, the capital of Greenland
Scattered 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. … more about An expert's guide to the Lofoten Islands
It’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. … more about Finland: The happiest country on Earth – again
With 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. … more about Our guide to Norway’s most majestic fjords: From the west coast to the Arctic Circle
As 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. … more about Explore our 2025 hot list
There'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. … more about Our expert guide to Norwegian coastal cruising
Journeys 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. … more about Northern Lights or Midnight Sun?
Best 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. … more about MS Havila Castor: A journey through Norway's iconic fjords
From 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. … more about Lapland's best hotels
With 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. … more about When to visit Scandinavia: a seasonal guide
