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  Northern Lights holidays can be romantic, exhilarating and awe-inspiring, but we often speak with guests concerned about the suitability of the frozen Arctic tundra for their little ones – however keen they might be to share this adventure of a lifetime with their family! The great news is that the Aurora and the magic of Lapland are brilliant opportunities for kids to expand their horizons, explore landscapes and natural phenomena they might never have heard of before, and try excursions and activities they will remember forever. Let’s talk about family trips to see the Northern Lights, some of the amazing activities we’d recommend for younger visitors, and varied accommodation options that are perfect at any age.   Can I Travel to See the Northern Lights With Children? We often organise packages and tours for families while recognising that smaller travellers are less likely to be able to stay awake into the evening to watch the Northern Lights twinkling across t...

  If you’re on the lookout for a holiday destination that’s both diverse and captivating, look no further than Slovenia , situated right in the heart of Europe. Despite its modest size, this country welcomes travellers with its stunning coastal towns, pristine lakes, charming cities, and a rich cultural heritage that’ll leave you wanting more.   Coastal Charms: Portorož and Piran   Portorož, also known as the “Port of Roses,” where you can indulge in extensive relaxation and rejuvenation in the therapeutic saltwater baths and enjoy the luxury spa resorts while soaking up the sun. And just a skip away lies Piran, a medieval town straight out of a fairy tale, with its narrow streets, Venetian-style buildings, and breathtaking sea views. You can’t miss Tartini Square, named after the famous composer, Giuseppe Tartini, and the stunning St. George’s Parish Church perched atop a hill, offering panoramic vistas of the town and the Adriatic Sea. Cuisine and Culinary D...

  Scandinavia is an astonishing part of the world, with cities and landscapes across Denmark, Sweden and Norway Holidays that range from vast open wildernesses to eclectic towns, tiny villages and islands perched in the ocean to sophisticated spa hotels and luxury wellness centres. If you’re keen to travel to Scandinavia and want to see as much as possible, a tour package is the perfect option. We offer a range of Scandinavian holidays, from winter wonderland trips to relaxing summer adventures and self-guided fly/drive packages. Let us share some of the best places to go and the most popular things to do in the region, alongside recommendations for activities and excursions you will love.   Creating a Customised Tour of the Scandinavian Countries One of the brilliant aspects of travelling around Scandinavia is the contrast between the seasons – the region transforms throughout the year with the changing weather, and even if you’ve visited countless times there is a...

  Lapland is a truly incredible holiday destination, as a real-life winter wonderland where adults and children can enjoy unique experiences, from husky sledding to snowman building, exploring the snowy wilderness on snowshoes, skis, snowmobiles or snowboards, visiting Santa in a beautiful grotto adorning with twinkling lanterns to sampling the local delicacies by a roaring fire in the evening. Alongside the famous Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights, and the exhilaration of crossing a frozen lake, walking along glaciers and venturing into the Arctic Circle, there is a huge choice of accommodation, including log cabins, luxury spa hotels, ice hotels, tree-top lodges and glass igloos. The travel experts from the Baltic Travel Company have some tips and suggestions to ensure you have the complete Lapland experience and create memories you and your family will never forget.   Visiting Lapland for a Holiday of Festive Fun The first area we’d clarify is that Lapland isn’...

  Booking a holiday to Finnish Lapland and staying in a glass igloo is a wonderful experience and one that many couples choose to commemorate milestones and occasions, whether a wedding, honeymoon or another celebration they’d like to mark with a special holiday. Arctic glass houses and igloos are a once-in-a-lifetime way to view the Northern Lights, fitted with amenities such as a hot tub, ice bar, and private sauna to help you wind down and relax amid some of the most astonishing scenery and landscapes in the world. There are numerous glass igloo hotels and resorts to choose between, ranging from the Iisakki Glass Village to the Jeris Aurora Domes, the Pyhän Asteli Aurora Igloos and the Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort, where visitors can stay in newly built Kelo Glass igloos. Let’s look at some of the destinations to consider for your trip to the Arctic, the types of accommodation available, and how a heated glass igloo provides a unique way to view the phenomenon that can onl...

  Taking a trip to the Finnish winter wonderland is undoubtedly one of the best places to snap an image of the Aurora Borealis in all its glory, far away from light pollution, and on a day with little cloud cover to obscure your view of the iridescent lights dancing across the dark skies. Outside of the summer midnight sun season, Finnish Lapland is simply the perfect location for photographers of every calibre to create once-in-a-lifetime shots and capture one of the most beautiful and magical scenes on earth, offset by the crisp, white snow Finland is known for. Let’s talk about travelling to see the Northern Lights during the winter months, tips on getting the chance of that ideal snap, and how to plan ahead to ensure you have a simply wonderful time while getting an up-close glimpse of the Auroral activity.   Picking the Ideal Location for Aurora Viewing Our first piece of advice is to think about location – if you’re keen on seeing the Northern Lights in their ...