The Best Place to See the Northern Lights
Posted by Olli KoladeFor many years, people have been travelling far and wide in the hopes of catching a glimpse of the mysterious Northern Lights. They are found in the northern hemisphere and can be spotted in several countries...
Myths Surrounding the Northern Lights
Posted by Tracey GreenwayDo you know anyone who has enjoyed holidays to see the Northern Lights? If so you'll have heard all about the aurora's absolute magnificence, the extraordinary sight it makes, glowing in the night sky and sending...
Tips for families visiting the Northern Lights
Posted by Tracey GreenwayYou've always wanted to see the magical Northern Lights for yourself. And you're sure your kids will love the experience just as much as you. But the Arctic Circle is a cold and dangerous place, there might be...
What To Wear When Visiting The Northern Lights
Posted by Tracey Greenway“There is no such things as the wrong weather, just the wrong clothes.”
There's a lot of truth to the old saying above, widely used by lovers of the great outdoors. The right clothing makes all the d...
Watching The Northern Lights from An igloo
Posted by Tracey GreenwayAre you planning to experience the magic of the Northern Lights for yourself? If so are you going to make it the experience of a lifetime and actually stay in an igloo, the real thing made from compacted show?...
Kilpisjarvi: Legends in the Landscapes
Posted by Tracey GreenwayTo celebrate the launch of our Santa’s Lapland short breaks in Kilpisjarvi, Tracey Greenway investigates the myths and magic from which this curious little village originates. Here, she sheds light on the...

Snowmobiling's Early Days: The Harley Davidson Story
Posted by James WhitehouseSnowmobiling's Early Days: The Harley Davidson Story
Since the original invention of the snowmobile in the 1930’s by French-Canadian inventor Joseph-Armand Bombardier, the machine best suited for both work and play on the Arctic tundra has seen many iterations. Here we learn a little more about the short-lived yet notorious arrival of the infamous Harley Davidson to the snowmobile marketplace.

5 tips for your time in Lapland
Posted by Jasmine Rowswell, Outdoor Instructor,A trip to this part of the world has been the top of many people’s bucket list and is becoming more popular due to the craving for snow many Brits can’t quench at home. Although many websites can provide you with tips on the best places to stay, cheap flights and thrill-seeker excursions, there seems to be a lack of personal ‘tricks of the trade’ tips from someone who has spent considerable time in Lapland. So, after spending the last six months working as an Outdoor Instructor for Transun’s supplier, I have put together my top five tips for a trip to Lapland...

Origins of the Sami
Posted by Dr Alice HicklinThe Sami heritage is rich and colourful, and the traditions of today’s Sami have their roots in the customs of ancestors past. Here, expert Alice Hicklin of the University of Cambridge, gives a brief introduction to the ancient Sami…