Why You Need to Book Lapland Now (seriously)

Yes Christmas Was Only Yesterday But If You Want To Book Lapland This Year You Must Do It Now!

No we’re not going mad, mamas! We know that the Christmas decs have come down and Santa is on a very well deserved break – but if you’re thinking about taking the fam to see him in Lapland for Christmas this year then you need to book pronto! Our travel contributor Andrea tells us why…

As a family with young children, this is one of the best holiday experiences of a lifetime! Visiting Father Christmas aka Santa Claus in his very own hometown of Lapland. This trip has all the makings of a truly memorable time together as a family.

And as these ‘Santa Holiday’ experiences are organised in December, they get filled out quite early…as early as January itself! Most tour operators open for bookings in January and are fully booked by February, so if this is on your family holiday plan for the year, now is the time to get booking!

We have listed some of the best tours available for Winter of 2018!

Contact Lapland specialist Andrea Bailey for more information or to book, Andrea.Bailey@travelcounsellors.ae or call 055 9569502

We recommend a stay of a minimum 3 nights for guests to get the best out of this destination. From the moment you arrive in Rovaniemi airport, your tour bus will take you to the northern wilderness of Luosto and Pyha, away from the crowd.

Highlights of this tour:

• Viewing the spectacular Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights.
• A 90 minute Reindeer experience through the forest and at the reindeer farm listening to stories of the herdsmen while sipping on hot berry juice!
• An exciting sleigh and snowmobile ride through the snow white Tundra of the Arctic.
• A journey to the Magical Post Office where hardworking Elves are sorting letters from all over the world! You can even send your family a post card from here!
• Meeting the Huskies at the farm and an adventure through the wintery countryside.
• Meeting the Elves at Home and watching Wendy Wood create traditional toys for children.
• Snow Games and Tobogganing with Santa’s Elves.
• Meeting with Santa Claus in this beautiful winter wonderland.

Special packages include flights from UK (Gatwick or Manchester) 3 nights’ accommodation in warm open plan cabins for families, all meals included, thermal wear included, transfers and tours as mentioned.

Starting from AED 7,800 per adult and AED 7,200 per child (special child discounts available on request).

Enjoy a fabulous Lapland experience in a cosy log cabin in the arctic neighbourhood of Yllas.

Highlights of this tour:

• A private meeting with Santa for every family during an afternoon of fun and activities at one of Santa’s workshops and dinner with Santa. Every family gets their own private meeting with Santa Claus.
• 2 adult snowmobile (sharing) and children in pod behind.
• Husky and Reindeer Safari for adults and children.

Special packages include flights from UK, 3 nights’ accommodation in log cabins, breakfast and dinner included (possible to upgrade to all meal plan), thermal suits and boots included, transfers, tours as specified.

Starting from AED 5,750 per adult. Special child rates available on request.

Spend three nights in the midst of glistening white landscapes exploring with reindeer safaris and enjoying the northern lights from the comfort of your glass domed igloo.

Highlights of this tour:

• Special glass domed igloos that offer a clear view of the skies while keeping you warm.
• Enjoy the smoke saunas or even jump into the frozen river for a truly Finnish experience.
• Snowmobile or snow tank adventure, husky and reindeer rides as you go in search of unforgettable Auroras.
• Visit Santa’s grotto, his elves and his reindeer.

Special packages include flights from UK, 3 nights’ accommodation in a glass igloo, breakfast and dinner included, thermal wear included, transfers and tours as mentioned.

Starting from AED 6,200 per adult. Special child rates available on request.