Finland February Holidays

In Finland, cold is king and winter reigns supreme – what better place for the ultimate snowy escape? This is the ultimate white wonderland, a place where untouched snow carpets towering mountain peaks, ice glistens on frozen lakes and mile upon mile of frosty taiga forests invite mystery and adventure aplenty. It goes without saying that Finland knows a thing or two about outdoor sports – skiing and snowboarding, dog sledding, ice fishing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling – and if you’re feeling energetic, there’s a new activity to try every day of your stay. Wake up the senses with a traditional Finnish sauna followed by an obligatory icy dip and kick things up a notch with a cruise down the fells of Lapland and a hunt for those elusive Northern Lights. Take a trip to Helsinki for a serious dose of culture, good food and marvellous architecture – Finland’s capital city is an exciting urban centre with growing credentials in hipster circles. Head here for a Finland winter holiday and you’ll be just ahead of the wave. After a city fix, head back to the wilderness and sink deep into the astounding landscapes – the phrase ‘winter wonderland’ has never been more apt. Read more