Norway

An anniversary asks different things of a trip than a honeymoon, and the Nordic region, with its turning seasons and old ways of life, is unusually good at marking the years a couple has already shared.

Norway is one of the best places in the world to see the Northern Lights. Above the Arctic Circle, many towns and cities offer excellent chances to witness the lights from mid-September 2026 to early April 2027.

Nordic specialist Satu Vänskä-Westgarth on how to plan a Scandinavia trip that is worth the journey: how the three countries differ, how long you need, when to go, and the mistake to avoid.

Our CEO, who grew up in the region, explains why the days either side of Christmas week are often the smarter time to visit the Nordics.