The best holidays for couples on National Couples Day 18th August 2023
On 18th August we have celebrated National Couples Day, a day to enjoy the love between you and your partner. Although, you might be asking, ‘isn’t that what Valentines Day is for?’. Well, who does not love an additional excuse to shower your loved one with affection and get the same in return. For this […]
Best Place to see the Northern Lights
Where is the best place to see the Northern Lights? Following our piece last week on the best time to see the Northern Lights this week we are looking at the second most asked question: of the best place to see the Northern Lights. As described last week there are a number of factors that […]
ICEHOTEL Facts, Figures and FAQs
If you’re looking for a trip that really packs a punch, look no further than ICEHOTEL Sweden. You can stay here year round and experience the different seasons that the Arctic has to offer. With a short airport transfer time of around 25 mins, a broad selection of available activities, facilities for guests who are […]
FAQ: ICE HOTEL Toilet Facilities.
One of the questions we’re asked a surprising number of times is how do you go to the toilet at the Ice Hotel? Here are some of the most common questions we’re asked on the topic in relation to ICEHOTEL Sweden – the 1st Ice Hotel: Does the ICEHOTEL have toilet facilities? – Yes, there […]
How to dress for the Arctic
Many of our guests who are travelling to the Ice Hotel or the Glass Igloos ask us how they should dress for travel to the Arctic. Our friends have compiled this really useful video guide showing top tips on dressing for the arctic. Please note, if you book your tour package with us, we include […]
When Can you See the Northern Lights in Iceland?
One of the most common questions we’re asked by our guests travelling to Iceland is when can you see the Northern Lights in Iceland. Firstly summer is completely out of the question as there is almost 24 hours of daylight which, for obvious reasons, removes any chance of seeing the Northern Lights in Iceland because […]
Sauna Survival Guide
Across Sweden, Finland and Norway the Sauna is a hugely important part of the local culture and custom. The sauna is a place for taking time for yourself – either alone, with friends, family or colleagues. Saunas across Scandinavia can also be places where decisions are made, where meetings happen and ideas thrive! For many […]
What is the Weather Like in Iceland in March?
Generally you’re looking at temperatures with an average low of approximately -2.2 degrees Celsius (28 F) and the average high temperatures to be 3.3 degrees Celsius (38 F). The weather tends to start to get better towards the end of the month but If you are thinking of travelling to Iceland in March, it is […]
Hotel Kakslauttanen – The Original Igloo Hotel
Here at Arctic Direct, we’re proud to say that we’re the UK’s number 1 agent sending holiday makers to Hotel Kakslauttanen, the original Glass Igloo Hotel in Finland. You’ll have probably seen the igloo hotel go viral on Social Media, check out the pinned post video of Hotel Kakslauttanen on our Facebook page which has […]
Monarch Travel Group, including Monarch Airlines, Failure
Arctic Direct is aware that Monarch Travel Group has, regrettably, ceased trading with immediate effect. Monarch Travel Group operated an airline business and several businesses that sold holidays and other travel arrangements, including Monarch Holidays Ltd. As you can imagine we’re receiving lots of enquiries about the announced collapse of Monarch Travel Group, including Monarch Airlines, […]
