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Best Served Scandinavia Specialising in tailor-made trips to Scandinavia and the Nordics

Best Served Scandinavia provide Icelandic holidays, Scandinavian holidays and destinations in Nordic region which are tailored specifically for the luxury independent traveller. Whether you are looking for a well earned relaxing break or wish to add some action and adventure, our dedicated Nordic staff will be delighted to offer you an authentic experience designed to satisfy your every requirement and are waiting for your call or email.

06/02/2025

Is Tromsø on your travel wish list for 2025? 🇳🇴❄️

Our brand new mini travel guide gathers all the essential information in one easy-to-access place, giving you the perfect head start for planning a trip to Norway's 'Capital of the Arctic'.

And, for further inspiration, you'll also find a whole host of Tromsø itineraries on our website, each of which can be tailored to your individual requirements by our team of Scandi experts: best-served.co.uk/destinations/norway/tromso/what

05/02/2025

When it comes to variety, Norway may well be our favourite Nordic destination. Travel during the balmy summer months, and you could be enjoying adventures under the Midnight Sun. Come winter, the awe-inspiring Northern Lights begin dancing across the polar skies.

For the adventurous, consider embracing the unique Polar Night in Svalbard, including an exhilarating snowmobile excursion and a memorable evening at a wilderness camp. For the more fair-weathered, explore the stunning fjords on a scenic summer self-drive, with opportunities for hiking and kayaking along the way.

For this and plenty more Norway inspiration, check out our curated itineraries via the link below and start planning your dream trip! 👇🇳🇴

https://www.best-served.co.uk/destinations/norway

04/02/2025

February is a magical time in Svalbard, as the sun gradually makes its way closer towards the horizon, bringing the archipelago out of the darkest period of the Polar Night 🇳🇴✨

While there's still no direct sunlight just yet, there are several hours of soft, blueish light every day – enough to be able to venture out into the polar wilderness on snowmobiling and husky sledding adventures. It's known locally as 'Blue Hour', signalling the transition towards the brighter days that lie ahead.

There's still plenty of true darkness at this time of year, too, making February an excellent month to see the Northern Lights dancing above the snow-cloaked mountains.

Contemplating a trip to Svalbard in 2025? We have plenty of tailor-made itineraries to get you inspired: best-served.co.uk/destinations/norway/svalbard

30/01/2025

Swedish Lapland is home to some of the most extraordinary hotels in Scandinavia, ranging from boutique wilderness lodges and cosy log cabins to spectacular treetop hideaways 🇸🇪

Whether you're enticed by a stay at the original ICEHOTEL in Jukkasjärvi, the beautifully secluded Arctic Retreat, or Brändön Lodge, serenely nestled on the frozen shores of the Luleå archipelago, there's an abundance of choice to suit every taste.

And, of course, all of them offer opportunities for thrilling outdoor adventures in the Arctic wilderness, including husky safaris, snowmobile rides, snowshoe hikes and guided aurora hunts.

Browse our full range of tailor-made Swedish Lapland holidays here: best-served.co.uk/destinations/sweden/swedish-lapland/what

28/01/2025

Imagine sleeping in a glass-walled cabin overlooking the iceberg-dotted waters of Disko Bay, watching the Northern Lights ripple across the night sky while lying in bed 🤩

That's just one of the many unique experiences included in our 'Greenland in Winter' itinerary – updated for 2025 – along with a husky sled ride, a hike to an ancient Inuit settlement and a boat cruise to the Ilulissat Icefjord 🇬🇱

And, it's all bookended by overnight stays in Copenhagen, so you'll have some time to explore the Danish capital at the start and end of your trip.

Explore the full trip details here: best-served.co.uk/destinations/greenland/itineraries/ilulissat-winter-break-135971

📷 Images 1-2: Hotel Arctic
📷 Image 3: André Schoenherr - Visit Greenland
📷 Image 4: David Trood - Visit Greenland
📷 Image 5: Filip Gielda - Visit Greenland
📷 Image 6: Lisa Michele Burns - Visit Greenland
📷 Image 7: Visit Greenland
📷 Image 8: Benjamin Hardman - Visit Greenland

23/01/2025

In 2025, the solar maximum is here as the sun reaches the most active period in its 11-year cycle, making this a prime year to see the Northern Lights at their scintillating best.

And, while this celestial phenomenon is occasionally spotted at lower latitudes, the northern reaches of Scandinavia and the Nordics are treated to the most magnificent auroral displays on a regular basis.

Our tailor-made trips pair some of the world's best aurora hotspots with extraordinary accommodation experiences, from glass igloos in Finnish Lapland to wilderness retreats in Iceland and Greenland.

Browse our full range of Northern Lights holidays here: best-served.co.uk/holiday-types/northern-lights

21/01/2025

Today, Tromsø welcomes back the sun as it rises above the mountains and becomes visible in the city for the first time since late November, marking the end of Polar Night ☀️🇳🇴

As per local tradition, the occasion is celebrated by eating 'solboller' (sun buns), filled with raspberry jam or vanilla cream, which you can find in bakeries throughout the city.

From now, the days will gradually lengthen and by the end of the month, there will be a full five hours between sunrise and sunset.

It's a wonderful time of year to explore the city, see the Northern Lights and enjoy all kinds of adventures in the surrounding Arctic nature, which will remain blanketed in snow all the way through to April.

Contemplating a trip to Norway's 'Capital of the Arctic' in 2025? Our collection of Tromsø holidays is bound to provide plenty of inspiration: www.best-served.co.uk/destinations/norway/tromso

15/01/2025

The festive period may be behind us, but it's by no means too late to plan a winter getaway – in fact, the winter travel season is only just ramping up across the Nordics ❄️

Indeed, January through to March is a wonderful time of year to visit this part of the world, with the return of the sun after Polar Night, excellent chances of seeing the Northern Lights and prime conditions for all kinds of thrilling snow-based activities.

Whether it be a long weekend in Reykjavik, an unforgettable stay in Swedish Lapland's Treehotel, a glass cabin retreat in the Finnish wilderness or an aurora escape in Arctic Norway, now is the perfect time to plan a winter trip.

You'll find plenty of inspiration here: best-served.co.uk/holiday-types/winter

13/01/2025

Having already featured among the best destinations to visit in 2025 by Condé Nast Traveller and National Geographic (as well as earning a spot in our very own 2025 'hot list'), Greenland has now also been featured in the New York Times' newly published list of places to go this year 🇬🇱

Little wonder, perhaps, given its unique blend of stunning Arctic nature, Northern Lights viewing, epic possibilities for outdoor adventures and rich Inuit culture.

Direct flights are now underway between Copenhagen and Nuuk (the capital) – a journey of around four-and-a-half hours – making Greenland more straightforward to get to than ever before.

Explore our full range of tailor-made Greenland adventures here, or call one of our specialists to start planning your perfect trip: www.best-served.co.uk/destinations/greenland/what

📷 Images 1-4: Rebecca Gustafsson - Visit Greenland
📷 Image 5: Norris Niman - Visit Greenland
📷 Image 6: Mads Pihl - Visit Greenland

10/01/2025

Scattered off the northwest coast of Norway are the Lofoten Islands, rising out of the ocean like a chain of razor-sharp granite teeth 🇳🇴

The archipelago – recently named among the New York Times' best places to go in 2025 – is home to some of the most dramatic landscapes you'll find anywhere in Scandinavia, while an array of colourful timber-clad fishing villages add vibrant splashes of colour to the rugged Arctic backdrop.

In winter, when visitor numbers are at their lowest, they're an excellent place to see the Northern Lights and marvel at the majestic, snow-laden scenery. In summer, they're a prime destination to go hiking, kayaking and experience the Midnight Sun.

Whether you base yourself in Lofoten or pass through as part of a Norwegian coastal cruise, these spellbinding islands never fail to make a lasting impression. Find our full range of Lofoten Islands holidays here: best-served.co.uk/destinations/norway/lofoten-island

07/01/2025

Dreamy winter scenes in Iceland's far north: snow-blanketed villages nestled in remote fjords, long, pastel-hued twilights, and dark nights illuminated by the ethereal swirls of the Northern Lights 🇮🇸❄️

Once a region seldom visited at this time of the year, direct flights from the UK to Akureyri have put this extraordinary region firmly on the map as an ideal destination for an adventurous winter escape.

Find out more: best-served.co.uk/blog/top-five-reasons-to-visit-north-iceland-this-winter

05/01/2025

Witnessing the otherworldly ripples of the Northern Lights while sleeping in a glass-domed igloo surrounded by snow-laden forests is, for many, the ultimate bucket list experience 🇫🇮

And, while these extraordinary accommodations are now found across much of Scandinavia and the Nordics, it's Finnish Lapland that offers the greatest variety of such resorts.

In our blog, you'll find a detailed overview of the very best glass igloos and aurora hotels in Finland, where you can combine the likes of snowmobiling and husky sledding with hunting the Northern Lights: best-served.co.uk/blog/finlands-best-glass-igloos-and-aurora-hotels

📸 Arctic SnowHotel & Glass Igloos
📸 Torassieppi Aurora Domes
📸 Northern Lights Ranch
📸 Levin Iglut
📸 Ranua Resort Arctic Igloos

03/01/2025

Introducing our very latest itinerary 'West Greenland Explorer: Nuuk, Ilulissat & Ilimanaq' – brand new for 2025 🇬🇱

This epic trip perfectly showcases the natural splendour and rich cultural tapestry of Greenland's breathtaking west coast in summer.

After a night in Copenhagen, you'll fly out to Nuuk, Greenland's capital city, before continuing north to Ilulissat, 300 kilometres inside the Arctic Circle, to see gigantic icebergs produced by one of the most active glaciers on Earth.

There's also the chance to experience rural life in a remote Greenlandic settlement and indulge in authentic, locally sourced cuisine at Ilimanaq Lodge, a stunning collection of eco-friendly bungalows facing out across the iceberg-dotted waters of Disko Bay.

Explore the full itinerary here: best-served.co.uk/destinations/greenland/itineraries/west-greenland-explorer-nuuk-ilulissat-ilimanaq-184440

📸 Image 1: Mads Pihl / Air Zafari - Visit Greenland
📸 Image 2: Elia Locardi - Visit Greenland
📸 Image 3: Thrainn Kolbeinsson - Visit Greenland
📸 Image 4: Aningaaq R Carlsen - Visit Greenland
📸 Image 5: Nana Hagel - Visit Greenland
📸 Image 6: Jessie B. Evans - Visit Greenland

01/01/2025

Happy New Year from all of us here at Best Served Scandinavia 🎆

Here's to all the many epic Nordic adventures that lie ahead in 2025 ✨

30/12/2024

As the year draws towards a close, it's time to look ahead to the places that will shape our travel plans over the coming 12 months.

With that in mind, we've prepared our 'hot list' for 2025, featuring an eclectic range of destinations all across Scandinavia and the Nordics, from the frozen wilds of West Greenland to the balmy, Baltic beauty of Gotland, Sweden's largest island.

Whether you're plotting an intrepid winter adventure or a more laid-back summer getaway, there's plenty to get you inspired for the year ahead – read the full list here: best-served.co.uk/blog/explore-our-2025-hot-list

📸 Image 1: Lisa Michele Burns, Visit Greenland
📸 Image 2: Visit North Iceland

25/12/2024

A very merry Christmas from all of us here at Best Served Scandinavia 🎄🎅🎁

Whether you're enjoying it at home, or amid the snowy delights of Lapland, may your day be filled with festive cheer ☃️

21/12/2024

It's the winter solstice today, marking the shortest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere 🌚

For large swathes of Scandinavia and the Nordics that lie north of the Arctic Circle, this means there is no sunrise at all – and for many of these places, the sun won't return until January, when Polar Night finally comes to an end.

While in Svalbard, at 78 °N, there is no daylight at all at this time of the year, it isn't pitch black everywhere during Polar Night; instead, in the more southern reaches of the Arctic Circle, there's an extended twilight period with several hours of soft, blue-ish light around the middle of the day before the true darkness sets in once more.

20/12/2024

Keep an eye out on BBC Two at 9pm this evening, as the latest instalment of 'Amazing Hotels: Life Beyond the Lobby' sees Rob Rinder and Monica Galetti visiting the spectacular Wilderness Hotel Inari in Finnish Lapland 📺🇫🇮

Situated on the frozen shores of Lake Inari, deep inside the Arctic Circle, Wilderness Hotel Inari offers a diverse range of accommodation, ranging from cosy log cabins and Arctic chalets to wilderness rooms and glass-roofed aurora domes.

It's a wonderful base from which to venture into the enchanting, snow-laden forests of Finnish Lapland on all kinds of thrilling adventures, including Northern Lights hunts, snowmobile rides and husky safaris. The culinary offering, meanwhile, places a strong emphasis on traditional Lappish specialities.

If all of that sounds tempting, be sure to tune in tonight and check out our Northern Lights Break at Wilderness Hotel Inari to experience it for yourself: best-served.co.uk/destinations/finland/itineraries/northern-lights-break-at-wilderness-hotel-inari-149742

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Best Served Scandinavia is an independent tour operator specialising in tailor-made holidays to Scandinavia and the Nordic and Baltic regions. Since our first trip to Tromsø in 2005, we’ve dedicated ourselves to all things Scandi, bringing our clients the region’s latest and greatest travel innovations, from ice hotels and glass igloos to romantic log-cabin retreats and lodges hidden in the treetops. Our specialists continue to travel extensively throughout our featured regions, so you can be sure of the most up-to-date advice when planning your next Scandinavia holiday.