Best time for Northern Lights in Norway

Norway is well known as a 'Northern Lights' hotspot and there is good reason. Above the Arctic Circle, many cities in Norway offer terrific chances to see the lights between mid-September to early April.

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Carolina Romare, Visit Sweden

Coolcations in the Nordics: Where to Escape the Summer Heat

As temperatures soar across much of the world during summer, more and more travellers are seeking out coolcations — holidays that offer relief from heat and humidity, without compromising on adventure, beauty or comfort. At 50 Degrees North, we specialise in Nordic escapes that do just that.

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 Toa Heftiba

Santa Family Holidays in Lapland 2026

Our range of Lapland Family Christmas Holidays are built on the memories of our childhoods. Sneaking the neighbour's fir tree, looking for blanched almonds in our rice puddings...

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Santa Lapland Holidays 2026

Spend December in Lapland and learn about our pre-Christmas holidays with Santa visits and White winter adventures. Having spent the days up to Christmas in Lapland, we can also arrange capital city Christmas packages with traditional Christmas buffets, pamper packages and local experiences. There is still availability on these pre-Christmas tours for 2025.

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