Q. Where is Lapland?
A. Lapland is not actually a country, it is a region located mainly in the Arctic Circle. Lapland covers the northern areas of Finland, Norway and Sweden that sit on or above the Arctic Circle. The trips we offer take you to Santa’s favourite areas of Finnish and Swedish Lapland. People there speak Finnish or Swedish as a first language, although English is widely spoken throughout the region. Finnish Lapland time is 2 hours ahead of the UK and Swedish Lapland is 1 hour ahead.
Q. How much daylight will there be in December?
A. In December there are four to five hours of daylight between 1000 and 1430.
Snow ensures a good level of reflection which makes it possible to see where you are walking. The darkness adds to the magical setting of your surroundings and this is emphasised by using the natural light of fires and outdoor candles (where appropriate).
We do recommend taking a torch.
Q. What is the currency?
A. The currency in the Euro.
Q. Is there skiing in Lapland?
A. Cross country & downhill skiing is accessible for experienced skiers on 3 or 4 night visits, though limited leisure time will make this difficult for beginners to take a course.
Q. Is it like visiting an Amusement Park?
A. Most certainly not!! If you are seeking commercialisation, lots of artificial electric lighting, these are not the tours for you. Everything is kept as natural as possible. Lighting for example, is by fire and candle, and activity programmes where possible are not at tourist centres.
Q. What is the dress code for Gala Dinners?
A. Where a Gala Dinner is included in your trip, how you dress is up to you. Although some like to dress up for the occasion, generally casual wear is the norm.
Q. What are the rules on drinking alcohol?
A. Alcohol is freely available in restaurants and bars. Very strict laws against drinking and driving apply. The minimum drinking age is 18 years (wines & liquers), 20 years (strong spirits)
Q. Will my camera work normally in the cold?
A. Keep your camera warm when outdoors (inside pocket with heat pad) and take a spare battery. If you have been outdoors for a pronged amount of time, when you come in, leave your camera in your coat / bag and allow it to heat up naturally to avoid condensation. Tissues to clean the lens.
Q. What is the local food like?
A. Lapland cuisine is very much based on local produce due to its location and is fairly basic – potatoes, home-made soups, stew, fish, vegetables, chicken nuggets for children, berry juice, hot chocolate are some examples. If staying in accommodation with cooking facilities, you can take your own food with you (packed in hold luggage).
Q. Will I have a chance to buy some souvenirs?
A. Yes, absolutely!
Q. Do I have to tip?
A. Service charges are normally added to restaurant bills, if so tips are not necessary. Tips are not required for taxis.
Q. What is the Electrical voltage?
A. 220V AC 50Hz
A standard European 2 prong travel adapter is required.
Q. Will we see the Northern Lights?
A. It's all dependent on the weather and atmospheric conditions but you stand a great chance of see them. Morag, one of our Santa Experts has downloaded a couple of apps about the Northern Lights which may be of interest to you.
Apps:
Websites:
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