Why brave the icy embrace of Finland’s winter? Picture this: soaring from the bustling JFK airport to the serene landscapes of Helsinki, our journey into the heart of Finland and Lapland began. In Helsinki, we marveled at architectural wonders like the awe-inspiring Rock Church and lost ourselves in the labyrinth of knowledge and technology at Oodi, crowned the world’s finest library.
But it was in Rovaniemi, nestled on the fringes of the Arctic Circle, where the true magic unfolded. Our sanctuary was Santa’s Arctic Igloo resort, where under barely visible Northern Lights, we embarked on adventures that stirred the soul. We surrendered to the enchantment of a reindeer sleigh ride under a somewhat cloudy sky, felt the thrill of floating atop the Baltic Sea in survival suits during a Sampo ice-breaker cruise, and reveled in the exhilarating rush of a husky dog-sled ride through the pristine wilderness at the Bearhill husky ranch.
Guided by the talented Daniel, our Gate 1 expedition united 16 intrepid souls for an unforgettable odyssey. Despite the biting chill and the blanket of snow, our spirits remained ablaze with wonder and delight. For in the heart of Finland’s and Lapland’s winter, amidst the frost and the freeze, we discovered the true warmth of adventure and camaraderie.” You have got to put this on your “Bucket List.”
