Jade McKay

'If I could be anywhere right now' - Arctic adventures in Apukka

Written by Jade McKay
Thursday, 23 July 2020

Northern Lights in the snowy forest

If I could be anywhere right now, I would be in beautiful Finland.

I fondly recall my first time visiting the stunning Finnish Lapland where we stayed at Apukka Resort, just a short journey from Rovaniemi Airport.


Joanna Robertson

#AuroraZoneMoments - February's winner revealed!

Written by Joanna Robertson
Wednesday, 11 March 2020

Kenny Gray Nellim AuroraZoneMoments 5

Although many people consider February to be one of the worst months of the year, here at The Aurora Zone we tend to disagree! The UK might be cold, wet and a little bit miserable but February in the Arctic Circle is a different matter! Whether it's the chance to try your hand at mushing, explore stunning snow-covered wildernesses or go in search of the Northern Lights, there is plenty to keep you entertained!


Lauren Wiggett

Dog Sledding in Apukka

Written by Lauren Wiggett
Wednesday, 27 March 2019

Apukka dog sledding

I have to admit I was extremely apprehensive to drive a dog sled for the first time. However, the instructions provided by our guide were very clear and easy to follow. He went out of his way to explain all details thoroughly – he must have seen the fear in our faces!


Amy Hope

Things you didn’t know about Lapland’s capital, Rovaniemi

Written by Amy Hope
Tuesday, 30 October 2018

Santa Reindeer 2 Credit Visit Rovaniemi Rovaniemi Tourism Marketing Ltd

Those that have heard of Rovaniemi may recognise it because of its reputation as the official hometown of Father Christmas. Though this is a big incentive to visit Rovaniemi during your winter holiday, there are many other reasons to come to this wonderful city.


Joanna Robertson

Top 5 ways to search for the Northern Lights at Apukka

Written by Joanna Robertson
Thursday, 11 October 2018

Apukka Northern Lights 1 Credit Apukka Resort

Tucked away from the city lights but only a short drive from Rovaniemi airport sits our newest Aurora Zone destination, the Apukka Aurora Borealis Resort.


Jono Archer

Rovaniemi Credit Arctic Circle Wilderness Lodge

One of the many perks of working in the product and operations team is that we get to travel to lots of wonderful locations across the globe. We scout out destinations, accommodation and activity providers, in order to piece together new and exciting holidays for you to enjoy.


Ali Mclean

All Aboard the Aurora Train!

Written by Ali Mclean
Friday, 28 September 2018

Aurora hunting has become a fine art and there are now many, many different ways of chasing down Mother Nature’s mesmerising light show. From snowmobile safaris to dog sledding and snowshoeing, the secret is to find a vantage point as far removed from any light pollution as possible.

Aurora Hunt Snowtrain Credit Apukka Resort

All of these activities are fabulously fun and entertaining but, in the heart of an Arctic winter, they can get pretty chilly even when you are wearing the thermal clothing we provide on our trips.


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