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Europe winter holidays

  • Sunrise over a river in winter near Levi, Finnish Lapland
Finnish Lapland | Iceland | Sweden

For those who dream of snow-laden forests and Arctic icescapes, destinations like Finnish Lapland, Iceland and Sweden deliver more than skiing.

Finnish Lapland | Iceland | Sweden

For those who dream of snow-laden forests and Arctic icescapes, destinations like Finnish Lapland, Iceland and Sweden deliver more than skiing.

Beyond the slopes, there’s a world of wintertime indulgence out there: horse-drawn sleigh rides through frozen forests, spa sanctuaries with panoramic mountain views, and evenings spent savouring fine wines beside roaring fires. Whether seeking Arctic magic in Lapland or chasing the Northern Lights in Iceland, every moment is tailored to your pace and passions. Europe’s winter escapes are more than holidays – they’re an invitation to experience the snowy season at its most refined. 

Think husky sledding under star-strewn skies, the Aurora Borealis illuminating frozen lakes, and cosy log cabins where winter feels like a fairy tale brought to life.

Dogs and a winter chalet
Europe, Godafoss waterfall, Iceland
A river flowing between snow covered trees
Dogs and a winter chalet
Europe, Godafoss waterfall, Iceland
A river flowing between snow covered trees
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Discover these winter highlights, from hitting the slopes to festive family holidays.

  • Sunrise over a river in winter near Levi, Finnish Lapland

    Europe

    Finnish Lapland winter holidays

    During the deep winter, when the sun barely rises and the frozen landscape emits a mystical blue light, Finnish Lapland is a breath of fresh air fantasy.

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  • Northern lights over snowy Mount Kirkjufell Iceland

    Europe

    Iceland winter holidays

    With a short flight and zero time difference, you don’t need a golden compass to find the northern light-laden skies, picture-perfect municipals and ethereal dioramas of Iceland.

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  • Red winter barn in between snowy trees

    Europe

    Sweden

    A silent, pristine wilderness of enchanting forests, frozen lakes, an abundance of inquisitive fauna and otherworldly places to rest sleepy heads, Swedish Lapland is the place to walk on the wild side.

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  • Europe Ski, Finnish Lapland, Octola Private Wilderness, Octola Northern Lights
    Finnish Lapland
    Octola Private Wilderness

    Immersed in forests and folklore, the vast estate of Octola Private Wilderness takes you away from the crowds for a mesmerising treat as enchanting as any child – or any grown-up for that matter – could wish for.

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    • Ski & Snow, Jukkasjärvi, Sweden, Icehotel, Art Suite A Rich Seam
      Sweden
      ICEHOTEL

      As unique as it is transient, ICEHOTEL promises an unforgettable stay.

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    • Treehotel, Sweden, UFO Exterior
      Sweden
      Treehotel

      The quiet forests that flank the Lule River Valley provide the setting for an exceptional escape.

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  • Aurora at sunset with snow covered trees in foreground
    Finnish Lapland
    A festive fairytale

    When the late-night parties have come to an end and crumbs are all that is left of the Christmas cake, one of Lapland’s most popular ski resorts is still in jolly spirits. 

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    • Five horses grazing with a body of water and snowy covered mountain in the background
      Iceland
      Icelandic classics and adventure

      There are very few places where you can go from picnicking on a glacier at one moment to designer shopping in the colourful capital city the next.

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    • Snow, spruces and Reindeer in the wintry landscape
      Finnish Lapland
      Forests, folklore, and Father Christmas

      Frozen Narnia landscapes – all beguiling frost-tipped conifers and snow-dusted hills – demand exploration by all who visit them.

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Winter Day at Alpe di Siusi with view on Sassolungo and Sassopiatto, Dolomites, Italy

If skiing is
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If it is slope-side adrenaline you're after, Europe promises picture-perfect ski slopes and cultural charm in equal measure in France, Switzerland, Italy & Austria. 

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