Winter getaways come in all colors and sensations – if they happen to be hovering somewhere around the Arctic Circle. For Valentine’s Day, these winter getaways are worth the distance, especially for couples and adventurers willing to be inspired by the Nordic theory of love that reflects independence, freedom, and nature.
Winter getaways in the northern climes come with stunning and picturesque nature. Here are some unusual spots that celebrate winter in a most romantic way through Booknordics.
Rovaniemi, Finland
1. Winter Getaways with a Lakeside Sauna under the Northern Lights
Try a traditional Finnish sauna experience under the Northern Lights in Finland. On this fantastic romantic adventure, travelers will arrive in the middle of the peaceful Lappish forest, where the traditional firewood sauna is heated and ready. After a traditional cooldown of dipping in the icy lake or rolling in the surrounding snow, guests will sit around the open fire and make a delicious barbecue with pork sausages and blueberry tea while watching the Northern Lights greet you from above. More…
2. Visit the Arctic Snowcastle and Dine in the Romantic Ice Restaurant
Explore the nature of snow and ice at this Ice hotel. Rooms offer spectacular decorations, and there is a gleaming ice chapel and the largest ice restaurant in Rovaniemi. At the end of the visit, guests enjoy the most delicious food in the Arctic, including Arctic salmon, Elk meat, or a vegetarian option. More…
Tromsø, Norway
3. Stay Overnight in the Crystal Lavvu with Snowmobiling & Northern Lights
Enjoy the winter scenic landscapes and ride a snowmobile along the scenic Lyngen fjords and alps, a mountain range in the northeastern county of Norway. Guests get comfortable, relax and prepare for the night in a private glass-roofed Crystal Lavvu in the Lyngen Alps before venturing into the wilderness on an exclusive Northern Lights chase. This experience includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner while providing all the necessary equipment to enjoy all the icy activities. More…
Alta, Norway
4. Ride a Sleigh Under the Northern Lights
On this magical northern adventure, visitors meet the friendly and famous Norwegian Fjord Horse, which gracefully pulls them through the frosted forest and along the Alta River. During the evening, they can cozy up to the northern wilderness and enjoy a light dinner served around a freshly-lit fire while you listen to the local stories of ancient beliefs and culture. More…
Kirkenes, Norway
5. Do a Winter King Crab Excursion
Join an experienced fishermen on this fantastic adventure to test fishing skills and catch the biggest shellfish in the north. After pulling the crab pods out of the deep waters through a hole in the ice, the journey moves to a traditional rustic farmhouse restaurant by the fjord. More…
Reykjavík, Iceland
6. Winter Getaways to the Golden Circle
Explore Iceland’s most famous landmarks and relax tight muscles after the day of adventuring. Wander the Golden Circle route with three of Iceland’s famous highlights – Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir geothermal area, and Thingvellir National Park, before arriving at the natural Fontana Steam Baths. At the end of the trip, relax with various hot tubs and steam baths naturally heated by the Icelandic hot springs. More…
7. Have a Quirky Bjórböðin Beer Bath
Relax with a twist – a beer bath twist. Head to northern Iceland’s quirky spa retreat, where visitors can soak stress away by relaxing in a bath of warm beer. A beer bath uses young beer, live beer yeast, hops, water, beer oil and beer salt for a unique and extremely powerful effect on the body and skin. More…
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