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Travel: Lapland, Finland - The Search for the N. Lights
 
Travel: Lapland, Finland - The Search for the N. Lights Picture
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Lapland region in Finland.... not at all in, Lausanne
 
I propose a trip to Finland, and specifically to the region of Lapland.

The objective of this trip is to do some sightseeing around the region, and do snowshoe hiking and other activities, and also to hopefully see the northern lights.

For the northern lights, I plan to go to the northern latitude of 70°North around the towns Utsjoki and Nuorgam (officially the most northern town in Finland and the EU). Potentially, we could also cross into the Finnmark region of Norway and go further north close to the Barent's Sea to increase our chances.

For a map see here:
https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=z0lXfoL5qvEk.kHowoRO5FYTs

For the aurora forecast see here:
http://www.aurora-service.eu/category/daily-aurora-forecast/

Travel dates:
November, Tuesday 18th - Wednesday, 26th

Flight itinerary:
(price as of 10/24/2014 is 429.25 CHF)

Tuesday, Nov 18th
Finnair
AY2868 Geneva (GVA) 10:50 - Helsinki (HEL) 14:55
AY559 Helsinki (HEL) 16:35 - Ivalo (IVL) 18:05

Tuesday, Nov 25th
Finnair
AY559 Ivalo (IVL) 18:30 - Helsinki (HEL) 20:55
Wednesday, Nov 26th
Finnair
AY2869 Helsinki (HEL) 16:10 - Geneva (GVA) 18:15

How much does it cost:
Generally speaking, prices in Scandinavian countries tend to be high, but Finland is supposed to be low in comparison with Norway and Sweden. We will make everything possible to maintain the costs low, but without sacrificing experiences that are unique to the area.

Transportation:
Expect return flight to and from Ivalo to be around 429.25 CHF
Car rental for 7 days from Nov 19 - 24: 337.33 CHF

Other expenses:
Lodging: To be determined
Meals: To be determined, but comparable to Swiss prices

What to bring:

- Warm clothing
- Good hiking / walking shoes
- Your camera
- Money
- Plane tickets
- Good humor and flexibility
- A smile on your face and a spring on your step

About me:

I enjoy traveling and I'm very flexible and willing to make changes on the go. I do not like luxuries or shopping, but I enjoy doing adventurous activities in a friendly atmosphere. I like hiking, nature, and trying out new experiences while trying to stay within a reasonable budget.


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Jean-Jacques B
Posted Oct 24, 14
Jean-Jacques B
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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