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Credits: Jorma Luhta

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Media visit to Rovaniemi, Saariselkä and Ylläs

Winter in Finland is all about snowy forests, frozen lakes, and the calm of the northern wilderness. Embrace the season with snow activities, sauna, and a cozy meal with a view. And if you’re lucky, the Northern Lights might appear above.

On this press trip you will experience brand new Lappish resorts and their offerings for the whole family.

By invitation only, updated 24 November.

Credits: Jorma Luhta

Quick facts

Transportation

Train journey

Friday, 21 November

1.15pm-4.50pm WAS-NYP, reservation number F25139

Flights

Friday, 21 November

10.45pm-1.55pm (+1) Flight to Helsinki (AY0016), booking reference 764TOD

Sunday, 23 November

1.45pm-3.05pm Flight to Rovaniemi (AY0545), booking reference 76ALYE

Saturday, 29 November

1.15pm-2.50pm Flight to Helsinki (AY0604), booking reference 76ALYE

Sunday, 30 November

4.50pm-7.05pm Flight to New York (AY0015), booking reference 764TOD

9.45pm-10.59pm Flight to Washington DC (JBU 1887), booking reference NPFGHS

Accommodation

Rovaniemi

23-25 November
Halo Igloos

Ylläs

25-27 November
Jänkä Resort Ylläs

Saariselkä

27-29 November
Galdu Hotel & Spa

Bring along

Warm layers

Winter jacket, snow pants and winter shoes

Gloves, a beanie and a scarf/neck warmer

Swimwear

Preliminary program

Credits : Inari-Saariselkä
Credits: Rovaniemi / Visit Finland

Sunday 23 November 2025

1.45pm-3.05pm Flight to Rovaniemi (AY0545)

3.30pm Transfer to Halo Igloos, check in

Snowshoeing nearby the resort (optional)

Dinner

Snacks and drinks at Kota or Glass Igloos (TBC)

Monday 24 November 2025

Breakfast at the hotel

9am-12pm Visit to Santa Claus Village

Meet Santa Claus, send post cards at Santa Claus' Main Post Office, cross the Arctic Circle

Lunch

2pm-3pm Reindeer Meet&Feed at the resort

Interview with Jari Virtanen, Hotel Director at Halo Igloos (timing TBC)

6pm-9pm Aurora Ice Floating (TBC)

9pm Dinner

Tuesday 25 November 2025

Breakfast at Halo Igloos

11am Transfer to Jänkä Resort

Early afternoon: Arrival to Jänkä Resort, check in

Late lunch available at Villa

5pm Private Ranch Visit with Reindeer Guide Elliina

7pm Dinner experience at Jänkä Restaurant
Please note that the Resort is hosting a “Friends and Family” night at the restaurant and the meal will be 
served family-style (instead of à la carte).

Wednesday 26 November 2025

9.00am Breakfast at Jänkä Restaurant

11.00am Interview with Sampo Kaulanen, CEO and owner of Jänkä Resort 
Snacks available

1pm Reindeer Sleigh-ride

3pm Lunch

4pm Hosted tour of Äkäslompolo village

7pm Dinner at Jänkä Restaurant 

Thursday 27 November 2025

8.00am Breakfast

10.00am Departure to Gáldu Hotel & Spa Saariselkä 

Afternoon: Arrival at Gáldu Hotel & Spa

Check-in to Signature Suite with panoramic views over the treetops
Welcome refreshments and introduction to Gáldu philosophy

Late afternoon: Time to unwind
A soothing private massage for Dobrina — the perfect way to ease into the Gáldu experience.
 

Evening: Chef’s Selection Dinner at Gáldu Restaurant
Seasonal tasting menu highlighting local ingredients and Nordic techniques
 

Optional self-guided Aurora walk or toboggan playtime

 

Friday 28 November 2025

Morning: Ease into the morning at your own pace
Calm morning with Finnish breakfast featuring local delicacies such as berries, rye bread, and coffee.

Interview with Jermu Mehtäjärvi (CEO, Galdu Hotel & Spa) and Nora Ståhlberg Mehtäjärvi (Co-founder, Galdu Hotel & Spa)

11am Snowshoe Walk through Urho Kekkonen National Park with a guide

Light lunch served fireside on return

4pm A private sound healing session for Dobrina

A deeply calming one-on-one experience where gentle sound vibrations relax the body, quiet the mind, and restore inner balance.

Afternoon: Spa and Sound healing Experience
Access to all three saunas, outdoor jacuzzi, and cold plunge. Self-guided sauna and wellness rituals:

Liekki Sauna: Fire & Ice Ritual

Experience the contrast of warmth and coolness: let the heat of the traditional Finnish wood-burning sauna awaken your circulation, then refresh your body with a cold plunge and feel the arctic breeze. Ideal for improving circulation, boosting the immune system, and supporting deep, restorative sleep.

Havu Sauna: Forest Breath Ritual

Breathe deeply in the gentle warmth infused with the natural essences of spruce and pine. The forest aroma helps open the airways, calm the mind, and bring a sense of grounding — like inhaling the quiet of the northern woods.

Suola Sauna: Salt & Steam Ritual

In the soft warmth of the steam sauna, exfoliate your skin with mineral-rich Epsom salt and let the mist envelop you. The ritual helps relax tense muscles, purify the skin, and promote a sense of deep relaxation and renewal.

Evening: Casual Lapland Dinner & Family Time
Relaxed meal in the restaurant or in-room dining from room service menu

Unscheduled evening for stargazing or quiet time

 

Saturday 29 November 2025

Morning: Leisurely breakfast and a slow morning

Optional short nature walk or final visit to the spa

10am Private transfer to Ivalo Airport

1.15pm-2.50pm Flight to Helsinki (AY0604)

Hotel contacts

HALO IGLOOS

Jari Virtanen

Tel. +358 44 7481112
jari.virtanen@haloigloos.com
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Jänkä Resort Ylläs

Jasmin Isomäki

Tel. +358 40 170 7770
jasmin@jankaresort.com

Galdu Hotel & Spa

Nora Ståhlberg Mehtäjärvi

Tel. +358 40 770 6709 
contact@galdu.fi

 

Visit Finland contact

Sari Hey
sari.hey@businessfinland.fi
+358 46 923 4745

 

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