FINLAND

Finland swings from dark, snowy winters to endless summer days. It’s just as good exploring icy landscapes lit up by aurora borealis in the depths of winter as it is lounging by crystal clear lakes under the midnight sun in May and June.

Whatever time of year you choose to visit, you’ll find a country known for its warm welcome - Finland regularly tops the charts as the happiest nation on Earth. Helsinki’s Art Nouveau architecture looks great all year round, while the capital’s excellent street markets and restaurants are not to be missed.

The great outdoors is a key part of Finnish life. It’s all part of sisu, a term meaning grit and resilience, and something which all Finns aspire to. You’ll find sisu on show in waterfront saunas and on experiences in the high Arctic, where you’ll learn to embrace the cold and experience the wonder of nature up close.