The Northern Lights
The Northern Lights is one of the most incredible natural phenomena on the planet. Millions of people flock to countries on the northern lights belt every year to try and catch a glimpse of this magical natural light show. this display is the perfect centerpiece for a wonderful adventure and if often paired with whale […]
The Best Time To Visit Svalbard
Svalbard is great all year round. There are many different things to enjoy depending on when you visit, so there’s no one time of year as the best time to visit Svalbard. For example, you can see the Northern Lights from mid-late September to mid-late March. During this period, you can also experience the wonders […]
My first trip to the glass igloo village
The journey to Kakslauttanen Well, where do I start? It had been years since I’d flown anywhere, so even just the whole getting-on-a-plane thing was exciting, let alone visiting a country I’ve only ever dreamed about! The journey was as smooth as could be expected. After landing and baggage collection, we set off by minibus, […]
Holiday to the Arctic for the thrill seeking over 50s
At Arctic Direct, we have seen an increasing number of over 50s looking to experience the Polar regions. Discover a holiday to the Arctic to visit the most beautiful, natural areas of the world! We believe that offering organised packages that can be tailored to suit your requirements, whilst having an adventurous holiday is why […]
Experience the Northern Lights from a glass igloo in the Arctic
For many, the desire to switch up the usual trip to the Mediterranean and head to the magical winter wonderland of the Arctic holidays is becoming a preferred destination. At Arctic Direct, we offer holiday packages to explore what the Arctic region has to offer. One of the most popular reasons people want to have an […]
When to see the first Northern Lights and what to enjoy in the autumn Arctic
Whilst most people associate the Arctic purely as being a magical winter wonderland, experiencing snowy outdoor activities and spending a night camping on ice, the autumn season is an alternative and spectacular time to visit and explore the Northern Lights. As the midnight sun sets during the months of late August to mid-November, the change […]
The North Pole for all
The North Pole is one of the Arctic’s most well-known destinations, which is no surprise as there are plenty reasons to visit the winter wonderland and experience a North Pole holiday. It is home of Santa Claus, the North Poles most famous occupant and offers endless opportunities to see the amazing wildlife in their natural […]
Whale watching magic in Iceland all year long
Whale watching holidays in Iceland has become one of the most popular activities for tourists who are looking to experience the Arctic. The best time to see whales in Iceland is during the summer months of June – September. However, over the past few years, due to climate change, more whales are staying in Icelandic […]
Choose the holiday of a lifetime with whale watching in Norway
Whale watching in Norway has become a great educational and economical way to study whales. It’s a very popular tourist attraction where people can witness the largest mammals on earth in their natural habitat. It’s not only the Northern Lights that makes Norway a beautiful tourist attraction. Each year thousands of tourists visit Norway predominantly […]
When to experience Polar Night during your Arctic Holiday
What is Polar Night? Imagine not seeing the sun for six to seven weeks, if not longer? For people who live in the Arctic, it is something they live with for part of the year – and a natural phenomenon that can be experienced by those have had an Arctic holiday. Put simply, The Polar […]
