https://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/topics/autumnArticles designed to provide inspiration and suggestions to fire your imagination and help you start planning your next holiday in Scandinaviaen-gbBest Served ScandinaviaTue, 21 Apr 26 14:06:21 +0100https://d19lgisewk9l6l.cloudfront.net/assetbank/Autumn_Nurnes_Finland_404541.jpghttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/scandinavia-through-the-seasonsWith such a variety of landscapes and activities, it's hard to define the best time to visit Scandinavia. The answer, really, is that there isn't one. Endless summer days bathed in the midnight sun give way to months of snow-bound fun, when, for many, Scandinavia really comes into its own.Norire Arakelyan10068Thu, 01 Jan 26 00:00:00 +0000AutumnChristmas & New YearThe Midnight SunSpringSummerWinterhttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/just-back-from-nuuk-greenlandBest Served Scandinavia specialist Rachel Pennycook shares her experience from a recent trip to Nuuk, Greenland – one of the smallest and most remote capital cities on Earth. Rachel Pennycook11336Wed, 12 Nov 25 16:48:55 +0000AdventurousAutumnNorthern Lightshttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/an-experts-guide-to-lulea-the-gateway-to-swedish-laplandWhere the frozen waters of the Gulf of Bothnia meet the wild forests of Swedish Lapland, you’ll find Luleå, a city that perfectly balances Arctic adventure with Scandinavian sophistication. Here’s everything you need to know before you visit. Sophie Sadler11327Tue, 07 Oct 25 15:09:44 +0100AdventurousAutumnCity BreaksLaplandThe Midnight SunNorthern LightsSpringSummerUnique & unusualWinterhttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/the-best-places-to-see-the-northern-lights-in-swedenSweden’s far north lies directly beneath the auroral oval – the zone between roughly 60-75 °N where the Northern Lights are most frequently seen – which, combined with vast swathes of wide open wilderness with minimal light pollution, makes it an ideal place to witness the aurora in all its glory.Joel Rabinowitz11326Fri, 03 Oct 25 10:10:06 +0100AutumnNorthern LightsWinterhttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/top-10-things-to-do-in-trondheim-norways-former-viking-capitalWith its flourishing culinary scene, excellent art museums, fjord-side saunas and colourful neighbourhoods brimming with cosy cafes and microbreweries, Trondheim – Norway's third largest city – is a wonderful place to spend a long weekend. Here are our top 10 things to see and do. Joel Rabinowitz11325Thu, 02 Oct 25 10:57:53 +0100AutumnCity BreaksSummerWinterhttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/just-back-from-trondelag-norwayBest Served Scandinavia specialist Becky Theriault shares the highlights of her recent trip to Norway, including visits to Oslo, Trondheim and The Golden Road – a collection of small-scale, artisan food producers and cultural landmarks in the Trøndelag region. Becky Theriault11323Tue, 23 Sep 25 10:02:09 +0100Autumnhttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/just-back-from-alta-norwayBest Served Scandinavia specialist Millie Bell shares her experience from a recent trip to Alta, a small city in the far north of Norway. Millie Bell11320Fri, 19 Sep 25 15:33:25 +0100AdventurousAutumnhttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/an-experts-guide-to-akureyri-the-gateway-to-north-icelandAkureyri is the largest town in Iceland outside of the Reykjavik region, tucked away at the base of the country’s longest fjord and framed by rugged mountains that remain blanketed in snow for much of the year. Here's all you need to know before you visit. Joel Rabinowitz11319Thu, 18 Sep 25 15:06:11 +0100AdventurousAutumnNorthern LightsWildlifeWinterhttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/when-is-the-best-time-to-visit-finnish-lapland-an-experts-guideFinnish Lapland encompasses the northern third of Finland, a region of rolling fells, sprawling boreal forests, glittering lakes and rugged tundra landscapes. But, with the dramatic seasonal contrasts, the range of experiences and activities on offer varies significantly depending on when you visit.Joel Rabinowitz11304Tue, 02 Sep 25 09:20:55 +0100AdventurousAutumnThe Midnight SunNorthern LightsSummerWinterhttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/top-10-things-to-do-in-reykjavik-icelands-cosmopolitan-capitalReykjavik, the world’s northernmost capital city, brims with striking architecture, vibrant street art and excellent museums. Here's our pick of the top 10 things to do. Joel Rabinowitz11301Thu, 21 Aug 25 15:44:50 +0100AutumnCity BreaksNorthern LightsSummerWinterhttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/where-to-see-the-northern-lights-in-norwayFrom Tromso to Svalbard, our specialists pick out their top spots for seeing the Northern Lights in Norway.David Ward10853Fri, 15 Aug 25 00:00:00 +0100AdventurousAutumnNorthern LightsWinterhttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/when-is-the-best-time-to-visit-iceland-a-seasonal-guideIceland is a country that experiences extreme contrasts throughout the seasons, both in terms of daylight hours and weather conditions. So, to help you plan your Icelandic adventure, here’s an overview of what to expect throughout the year. Joel Rabinowitz11290Thu, 31 Jul 25 11:12:26 +0100AdventurousAutumnThe Midnight SunNorthern LightsSpringSummerWinterhttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/when-is-the-best-time-to-visit-norway-a-seasonal-guideNorway is a remarkably versatile year-round travel destination, but choosing the right time to visit depends on what kind of trip you're planning and which part of the country you're focusing on. Here, we provide an overview of what you can expect in Norway throughout the seasons. Joel Rabinowitz11286Fri, 25 Jul 25 12:37:06 +0100AdventurousAutumnThe Midnight SunNorthern LightsSpringSummerWinterhttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/the-best-places-to-see-the-northern-lights-in-icelandIceland is one of the best places in the world to see the Northern Lights – but where exactly are the best places to maximise your chances when aurora hunting? Here are some of the very best Northern Lights viewing locations in Iceland. Joel Rabinowitz10963Fri, 11 Apr 25 00:00:00 +0100AdventurousAutumnBucket-list adventuresCity BreaksNorthern LightsUnique & unusualWinterhttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/finlands-best-glass-igloos-and-aurora-hotelsWitnessing the otherworldly spirals of the Northern Lights is, for many, a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Our specialists have picked our their favourites stays in Finnish Lapland, designed for viewing the aurora.Steff Sargeant10143Fri, 20 Dec 24 00:00:00 +0000AutumnGlass IgloosLaplandNorthern LightsUnique & unusualWinterhttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/discover-the-islands-archipelagos-of-the-nordicsScandinavia and the Nordics are home to an array of spectacular islands and archipelagos, ranging from the polar wilderness of Svalbard to the idyllic Åland Islands in the Baltic Sea. Our guide offers a taste of what to expect on each – and why you should consider visiting them. Joel Rabinowitz11227Mon, 16 Dec 24 11:45:55 +0000AdventurousAutumnNorthern LightsSelf-drivesSpringSummerWinterhttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/just-back-from-dalarna-swedenHaving recently returned from a FAM trip hosted by Visit Dalarna, Senior Content Specialist Joel Rabinowitz shares his experience travelling throughout this delightful province of central Sweden. Joel Rabinowitz11200Tue, 17 Sep 24 14:08:07 +0100AdventurousAutumnNorthern Lightshttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/tromso-beyond-six-fantastic-alternatives-in-arctic-norwayTromso has firmly established its reputation as one of Scandinavia's top travel destinations in recent years – but there are plenty of lesser-visited alternatives that offer an authentic taste of the Norwegian Arctic. Joel Rabinowitz11177Fri, 24 May 24 11:00:35 +0100AdventurousAutumnNorthern LightsWinterhttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/northern-lights-dazzle-across-the-uk-and-europeThe evening of Friday 10 May saw one of the most spectacular Northern Lights displays of the 21st century, lighting up the skies across the UK and continental Europe, even as far south as Italy and Croatia. But if you missed out, fear not – plenty more opportunities lie just around the corner.Joel Rabinowitz11175Mon, 13 May 24 15:38:40 +0100AutumnNorthern LightsSpringWinterhttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/just-back-from-arctic-lakeland-finlandOur Finland specialist Pippa McCarthy shares her experience of Arctic Lakeland. From the delights of spring and the endless days under summer to crisp autumns and snow-laden winters with their magical displays of the Northern Lights, it really is the perfect year-round destination.Pippa McCarthy11119Mon, 17 Jul 23 15:03:34 +0100AdventurousAutumnSpringSummerWildlifeWinterhttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/sweden-holidays-when-should-you-travelAlthough most readily associated with winter, Sweden is a year-round destination, with different activities and special experiences available according to the seasons. To help you choose your favourite time of year, we explore the perks of traveling through each season.Norire Arakelyan11116Tue, 27 Jun 23 16:30:48 +0100AutumnSpringSummerWinterhttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/a-room-with-a-view-scandinavias-glass-igloos-and-other-innovationsScandinavia has long been a leader of the world's most innovative hotels, from igloos deep in Finnish Lapland to cabins on Norway's Arctic shores. We've compiled a list of the most stunning glass accommodation Scandinavia has to offer. David Ward10053Mon, 01 May 23 00:00:00 +0100AdventurousAutumnChristmas & New YearFamiliesGlass IgloosHoneymoonsLaplandWinterhttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/finland-holidays-when-should-you-travelWinter in Finland is legendary, especially for those seeking the Northern Lights or a Christmas break. But summer in this part of Scandinavia is sensational, too, with long hours of sunlight and plenty of untouched rural getaways.Dariia Pasikova9754Mon, 03 Apr 23 00:00:00 +0100AutumnSpringSummerWinterhttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/levi-autumn-in-finnish-laplandDiscover the secrets of autumn in Finnish Lapland, with this guide to the top ten things to do in Levi.Norire Arakelyan10322Wed, 01 Feb 23 00:00:00 +0000AdventurousAutumnNorthern Lightshttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/introducing-the-best-served-scandinavia-summer-brochure-for-2020Classic Scandinavian breaks and some spectacular new holidays in our latest summer and autumn brochureEmily Newton-Smith10684Thu, 10 Oct 19 14:54:46 +0100AutumnSummerhttps://www.best-served.co.uk/blog/autumn-in-levi-glass-igloos-northern-lights-forest-walksTucked away in the heart of Finnish Lapland, Levi conjures images of a winter wonderland. However, for something of the unique, look to autumn... Shana Rohn10008Thu, 30 Nov 17 16:47:20 +0000AdventurousAutumnGlass IgloosNorthern Lights