Christmas Without Crowds

Think Santa Only Lives in One Village? Think Again. Discover Lapland’s Hidden Christmas Gems

Rovaniemi may be the most famous Christmas destination in Lapland, but it’s far from the only place to experience festive magic. Explore quieter, more authentic alternatives across Finnish Lapland, from secluded forest cabins and Northern Lights views to cultural villages and sustainable celebrations. Discover where to go for a truly magical Christmas without the crowds.

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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 2025

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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Visit Porvoo

Insider's guide to Porvoo

Visiting Porvoo? This small Finnish coastal town is a world of its own. Signified by its pebble stone roads and red shore houses, Porvoo Old Town breaths the atmosphere of the old days.

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