Christmas in Rovaniemi: Our Family Trip from Australia
Planning Christmas in Rovaniemi from Australia? This is our family’s complete experience – from booking the Santa Claus Express to choosing activities with Wild About Lapland, with a full day-by-day December itinerary. After COVID hit in early Twenty-Twenty, we didn’t know when or whether we could ever get our dream European white Christmas. We’d planned…
Get off the Lapland tourist trail – stay at Jauri Resort, Kemijärvi
Kemijärvi, is a picturesque town of Lapland and translates to “Lake Kemi,” a name inspired by the pristine waters of Lake Kemijärvi that define the region’s charm. Conveniently located near iconic Lapland destinations like Rovaniemi, Kuusamo, Ruka, Levi, Pyhä, Luosto, and Posio, Kemijärvi offers an authentic Finnish experience with fewer crowds, making it an ideal…
Livo Arctic, Posio – Accommodation Review
Located just one and a half hours south east of Rovaniemi, Lapland’s capital, and forty five minutes west of Kuusamo, you’ll find Posio, a hidden gem of Finnish Lapland. Nestled in the Lappish forest, discover Livo Arctic, luxury Lapland accommodation which offers a breath-taking retreat in Posio where you can experience the best of nature,…
An Insider Guide with Olympic Champion Lydia Lassila
Scandi House — Article Header Travel · Lapland, Finland Where the snow never melts and the silence goes on forever Olympic aerial skiing champion Lydia Lassila swapped Australia’s surf coast for Finland’s frozen north — and found a life she never expected. She’s sharing it with the rest of us through Scandi House. An interview…
The Best Winter Clothing Rental in Lapland
Lumia Wear Rovaniemi Review If you’re an Australian planning a winter holiday in Finnish Lapland, one of the first questions you’ll face is: what on earth do I wear? Arctic temperatures in Rovaniemi regularly plunge to -20°C and beyond – a world away from a Melbourne summer or a Sydney winter. Buying specialist Arctic outerwear…
How To Drive Safely On Snow & Ice In Lapland
Driving in Lapland during winter can be one of the most memorable and beautiful experiences of your trip. Snow-covered forests, sparkling white landscapes, and wide, quiet roads make for a truly magical journey. The good news? Roads in Lapland are exceptionally well-maintained – even during heavy snowfall. But winter driving here is different from back…
The Most Beautiful Places In France To Visit – Part Two
Discover some of the most remarkable places to visit in France, as recommended by avid travellers from around the world. Embark on a virtual tour of beautiful French cities and use these recommendations to plan your next holiday in France.
The Most Beautiful Places In France To Visit – Part One
Discover some of the most highly recommended places in France to visit, by avid travellers from around the globe in this two-part series.
Can You Book a Last-Minute Trip to Lapland?
ABSOLUTELY! Here’s What You Need to Know While most travellers to Finnish Lapland plan their holiday months (or even a year) in advance, it is possible to book a last-minute trip – you just need to be a little flexible and strategic. Whether you’ve suddenly got time off work, stumbled upon cheap flights, or just…
Book Activities in Advance for a Lapland Holiday
If you’re dreaming of husky rides through snowy forests, taking a reindeer safari through the snow covered Lappish forests, or snowmobiling across frozen lakes, there’s one thing I would always recommend and that is: yes – you absolutely need to book your activities in advance for a Lapland holiday, especially during the peak season from…
