Trips to The Arctic
Why travel solo to the Arctic?
What's the weather like?
The Arctic generally experiences short, cool summers with up to 24 hours of daylight, and long, cold winters when the sun doesn’t rise above the horizon. In some regions, average January temperatures are lower than -40°C (-40°F). In summer, the long days of sunshine thaw the top layer of frozen ground and bring average temperatures above 10°C (50 °F).
Top five dishes to try
1. Baltic herring – freshly salted, fried, baked or smoked
2. Kumla – potato dumplings
3. Lefse – flatbread made with potatoes
4. Plokkfiskur – mashed fish stew
5. Fermented shark – usually paired with a shot of schnapps
Top places to visit in the Arctic
Grimsey Island, Iceland
Just 5 sq km in size, Grimsey is located off Iceland’s north coast and is the only part of the country within the Arctic Circle. The human population numbers less than 100, however the sea cliffs are home to thousands of breeding seabirds, including puffins which can be seen from April to August.
Muonio, Finland
Located in far northwest Finland, this town is set on the banks of the Muonio River and boasts some of the cleanest air in the world. Its pollution-free skies make for one of the best spots to see the Northern Lights. From here, you can also grab some cross-country skis and set off into the Finnish wilderness.
Rovaniemi, Finland
If you want to visit the ‘official’ hometown of Santa Claus, head to Rovaniemi, the capital of Lapland in northern Finland, where every day feels like Christmas. While you’re there, don’t miss a visit to Arktikum – a cutting edge museum and science centre – for a great introduction to the region.
Svalbard, Norway
Stunning polar landscapes of glaciers, islands and fjords. Dog sledding and snowmobiling adventures under the Midnight Sun, and incredible wildlife like polar bears, walruses and whales. This pristine archipelago up in the Arctic Circle is one of Europe’s last great wildernesses and best explored on a polar expedition cruise.
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