Lapland Resorts

Kilpisjarvi: Just above the treeline. The Kilpisjarvi area is located in splendid isolation near the border of Norway. You are generally above the treeline and the scenery tends to be wilder - a perfect un-commercialised magical area for an in ‘Search of Santa Claus’ holiday.

Available on:- Magical Aria.

Levi: Finland's favourite winter resort, offering a wide range of facilities and diversions within a compact resort area. High among the attractions is Finland's only gondola cable car, providing a spectacular climb to take in the breathtaking views at the top of the fell, whether you intend to ski down or just catch a return ride.

Available on:- Folklore,First Choice Levi & Ready Steady Snow.

Luosto: Lying some 90 minutes north of Rovaniemi one finds the ski resort of Luosto, comprising of a hotel, a small cluster of beautiful log cabins, nestling amongst the fir trees, adjacent to a slalom ski slope and an attractive log cabin restaurant. One can truly imagine this to be close to the home of the real Santa Claus.

Available on:- Magical Moments, Magical Interlude, Magical Sojourn, Luosto at Christmas, Intermezzo & New Year at Luosto.

Olos: Some 60 minutes from Kittila Airport in the direction of Muonio, lies the ski resort of Olos, truly another hidden Lappish gem. There are, but only a few places in Lapland where one can imagine the location to be the home of Santa Claus and its no wonder why Santa chose Olos as one of his special homes in Lapland.

Available on:- Lapland Lullaby, Christmas Celebration, Lapland Mirage & Lyrical Lapland.

Pyhä: Sitting at the edge of the Pyhätunturi National Park, is a spectacul beautiful chain of five fells which in long-gone days were considered sacred, hence the name Pyhätunturi, the 'holy hill'. Finland's oldest and, to many, most spectacular national park fascinates visitors with its unspoilt nature and dramatic landscapes. It is against this magnificent backdrop you will set of to seek out Father Christmas.

Available on:- Legends.

Rovaniemi: The capital of Finnish Lapland and the centre of the regions trade and commerce, Rovaniemi offers a lively city location as an alternative base for your search for Santa. Situated just inside the Arctic Circle at the confluence of Lapland's mighty Kemijoki and Ounasvaara rivers, the city provides a number of tourist attractions, good shopping, restaurants and nightlife.

Available on:- Encounter & First Choice Rovaniemi.

Saariselkä: At the very edge of the vast wilderness of snow-clad forest and moors, extending far across the nearby border of Russia, it may be some 250 kilometres north of the Arctic Circle, but this very attractive resort's hotel and tourist facilities offer a warm hospitality that is in marked contrast to the frozen landscapes.

Available on:- Enchantment, Santas Magic & Santas Spectacular.

Salla: A small and pretty ski resort in splendid isolation. Located a 2 hour drive from Rovaniemi the setting is peaceful and tranquil.Here one finds cross country tracts at your very door and a beautiful slalom ski slope running into the very centre of activities, so it is little wonder that Santa has chosen this area to have one of his many homes in Lapland.

Available on:-Treasures of Lapland, Delightful Lapland, Lapland Lullaby & Christmas Celebration.

Suomu: Suomu is located in the wilderness away from the main roads, in this beautiful setting it is so easy to believe that this is truly one of the many homes that Santa has in this magical land of Lapland. A small hotel lies literally at the base of a slalom ski slope and there is also a selection of log cabins.

Available on:- Delectable Lapland.

Ylläs: Whether you are looking for a quite break or a few days packed with activity, you'll find both at Ylläs. One of Finnish Lapland's oldest and most picturesque winter resorts, Yllas is a peaceful place, largely untainted by commercialism. Ylläs - pronounced 'oo-lass' - is a spectacular location set deep within the magical landscape of Finland's western Lapland, a land steeped in traditions of the proud, semi-nomadic Sami people. If you are fortunate you may glimpse some natural wonders during your stay, like a family of wild moose or the fabled Northern Lights, the most spectacular light show on earth.

Available on:- Spellbound, First Choice Ylläs & Santastic Secret Forest.

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