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.
Read our month by month guide to our region, shared by our Scandinavian crew. Enjoy their traveling tips and favorites for the coming year - one for each month.
Add a jazz festival, a world sporting championship or an extreme ski flying competition for extra sparkle on your holiday.
Hot air ballooning in Lapland whilst watching the Northern Lights, hiking up volcanoes, glamping in Greenland, a private meeting with Santa or climbing three peaks in Norway - see our collection of unmissable travel experiences across our Nordic and Scandinavian region.