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Planning A Winter Vacay To Finland? Here's Your Guide To Exploring Its Winter Delights

When winter blankets Finland in its serene embrace, the country transforms into a magical wonderland, offering thrilling activities and breathtaking landscapes. Finland should be at the top of your list if you're considering a winter getaway.

The Arctic Tundra in winter is a magical place Photo: Depositphotos
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I don’t really like being wedged into the window seat unless, of course, I’m guaranteed to see something special. Crossing the Arctic Circle to reach the far north of Finnish Lapland definitely met that criterion, and I eagerly took the window seat offered to me. During the two-hour flight from Helsinki, my eyes were glued to the unique aerial view of the tundra. I even think I could see the subtle curvature of the horizon as I gazed over the amber waves of grain towards the line that separates land and sky.

From a relatively cool -2°C in the capital, the temperature was predicted to plummet to -25°C in Levi. Frozen rivers and vast sheets of ice blanketed the land as it emerged from a long, dark winter (read: 24/7 night) and bitter cold (read: -40°C) into what now felt like normal winter days. We were approaching Levi, Finland’s most popular ski and adventure destination, at its busiest season, and the thought of some winter adventure on guaranteed powder sent an exhilarating chill up my spine.