Where does a Travel Agent with almost 30 years of travel experience travel to to celebrate turning 50? Somewhere extraordinary was the first thing that came to mind. Of course, the world is full of extraordinary places, so I was searching for somewhere “extra” extraordinary!
Resident of Longyearbyen, our friend Maria Rossi shares with you her 'top ten things to see and do in Svalbard'. Regardless of season, the magnificent outdoors, high standard in hotels and fine dining options (along with the jolly old pub) will cater for all your requests.
Get away from the crowds with a stay in Levi igloos. Experience the Arctic nature only 8 kilometres from the bustling holiday ski resort of Levi, Northern Finland.
Barry Stone's love of treehouses as a child had him primed for his stay at the Treehotel. He travelled through Northern Sweden last September and brings to you an account of his experience, wandering reindeers, installing gas stoves and all!