Sauna Culture in Finland
In Finland, traditional Finnish Saunas have been a popular and important part of Finnish culture for as long as anyone can remember. Usually, the more traditional saunas have been the most popular however as trends and traditions change, a new wave of unusual and quirky steam baths have become increasingly popular across Finland. Across […]
Finns 3rd best at sleeping in the world
With the opportunity to sleep under the Northern Lights in Finland, we can’t imagine why you’d want to get much sleep but according to Fitbit, the US Based fitness tech company Finland today, Finns are the 3rd best sleepers in the world – preceded only by the Dutch at number 2 and Brits at number […]
Report: Hannah’s Trip to Kakslauttanen
Kakslauttanen is Amazing! I can see why this resort is the world’s most famous glass igloo resort, it is phenomenal. To say this is a once in a lifetime experience is an understatement. From the beauty of the location to the high standard accommodation, to me this was truly an all-round perfect experience. Before I […]
Ice Hotel 365 – a New Way to Experience ICEHOTEL
Ice Hotel 365 is a new way to experience the Icehotel – with thanks to clever engineering and solar power, you can now stay in the Icehotel365 all year round! The Ice Hotel in Sweden started life almost 30 years ago and had now become a bucket list destination for travellers across the globe. Owing […]
Artists and Designers Wanted: ICEHOTEL is looking for creative people to shape next year’s hotel
What design would you like to see at Icehotel in the future? The artist application for the winter 2018 is now open and you have the chance to contribute with your own design. Perhaps it’s thoughtful, innovative or totally crazy? There are no rules. Welcome to apply before May 7. Icehotel is more than rooms […]
Arctic Direct – Number 1 Kakslauttanen Sales Agent
We’re delighted to announce that Arctic Direct are the Number 1 Sales agent for individuals, couples and small groups to the Kakslauttanen arctic resort – meaning we’ve helped more people than any other company tick the Kakslauttanen Glass Igloo Arctic Resort off their bucket lists. We’re massively proud of this achievement and knowing that thousands […]
WINNERS: FSB & Worldpay Business Awards
Travelbee LTD | Arctic Direct regional winners (South West) of the FSB & Worldpay Business Awards. The FSB & Worldpay Business Awards are designed to recognise and reward the excellence, resilience and innovation of SMEs across the country, the Awards are open to all businesses with fewer than 250 employees. Charlotte Marshall-Reynolds, Director and Owner of […]
Travelbee | Arctic Direct are Now ABTA Protected
Travelbee Ltd (the parent company of Arctic Direct) is a Member of ABTA with membership number Y6428. ABTA Members help holidaymakers to get the most from their travel and assist them when things do not go according to plan. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of […]
Checking out the Ice Hotel Sweden 2017
One of our most popular destinations, the Ice Hotel is on the bucket list of many of our travellers. Having recently returned from the Swedish Ice Hotel, Kiruna after a few days checking out the new Ice Hotel 365, here is our Quick Fire Kiruna Ice Hotel FAQ; What is the difference between the IceHotel […]
Arctic Direct Finalists in Wiltshire Business of the Year Competition
If you fancy staying in the Ice Hotel in Sweden, the Glass Igloos in Finland, hiking in Norway or Skiing to the North Pole – Arctic Direct should be your first point of call. Offering a wide range of Arctic travel, Wiltshire based specialist tour operator Arctic Direct are in the running for Small Business […]