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Steam and a float, in a floating sauna.

Try not to scream: Doing a sauna, Finnish-style

Discover the joys of sauna going, a revered Finnish pastime that involves both Zen-like relaxation and something akin to an adrenaline sport.

  • by Brian Johnston

Why these northern European destinations are the new capitals of cool

Crystalline waters, colourful houses, open sandwiches and obliging locals – there’s lots to love about Scandinavia.

  • by Anthony Dennis
The northern lights at Abisko in Sweden.
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Six of the best winter adventures in Scandinavia

Six of the best winter adventures in Scandinavia

Husky sledding in Lahti, Finland.

Six of the best winter adventures in Scandinavia

From plunging into icy seas, to husky sledding and floating down canals in a hot tub.

  • by Brian Johnston
The city’s hip canal-side precinct of Nyhavn.

What unites, and distinguishes the three kingdoms of Scandinavia

The trio of countries that make up Scandinavia turn out to have much in common while maintaining a distinctive personality of their own. Craig Osment takes a tour of the three kingdoms.

  • by Craig Osment
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The Aurora Borealis over Tromso, Northern Norway.

Travel tips: Is it worth seeing The Northern Lights in December?

Both Iceland and northern Scandinavia are within the northern lights zone, however the region is subject to clouds and stormy weather until mid-December.

  • by Michael Gebicki
Guests relax in geothermal seawater in the main lagoon at the Blue Lagoon spa in Grindavik, Iceland,

What is the best way to spend three weeks in Scandinavia?

There is plenty to see and do in three weeks, including The Northern Lights.

  • by Michael Gebicki
A view of the old town of Helsinki.

The Trip: an independent tour Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Estonia and Norway

From picturesque fishing towns to breathtaking gardens, this Scandinavian journey is not to be missed.

  • by Judith McNaughtan
Marimekko fashion.

Shopping guide for Finland: Designer shopping in Helsinki

Helsinki is on Europe's periphery but, if you're interested in fashion and homewares, put its Design District front and centre on your shopping list.

Shoppers and tourists strolling through the spring sunshine on the pedestrianised shopping street of Drottninggaten in the heart of Stockholm.

Best places to shop in Scandinavia: Shop until you drop

Track down the best design buys around.

  • by Ute Junker