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Rovaniemi Reindeer Sleigh Tour

Nothing says Lapland more than a traditional sleigh ride through dreamy snowy landscape. You'll enjoy a Santa-style sleigh ride pulled by reindeers past wintery scenes, and warm up your fingertips at the end with a hot berry drink and Lappish snack over an open fire as you learn all about reindeer herding.

Rovaniemi Husky Sleigh Tour

This is what a Lapland Christmas is all about. Where else can your family go on a husky trail with elves? Accompanied by a team of dedicated elves, your trail begins at a husky camp where you'll gain a wonderful insight into the lives and training of these friendly, hard-working Arctic dogs.

Rovaniemi Snowmobile Night Tour

Every winter, Lapland is covered in a healthy dusting of snow – ideal for zooming across on an exciting snowmobile adventure. But what makes this trip even more thrilling is that you'll do it all at night. Tearing over the ice, you'll follow your guide through the snow-capped forests and frosty landscapes of this magical white, wintry land.This nighttime snowmobile adventure is bound to get pulses racing. In your own snowmobile you'll rip over the ice and snow as you make your way through Lapland's wintry wilds with total ease and speed.Follow your guide along routes and tracks, and feel the exhilaration of zipping through this enchanting scenery with the cold air biting your cheeks. A hot drink marks the end of your snowy adventure. There's no better, or more fun way to explore Lapland and if you're lucky, you may even get to spot the Northern Lights too.

Rovaniemi Elf Adventure Tour

Set in the heart of the magical forest, this is an adventure for all the family - what's more, it's hosted by Santa's specially chosen helpers. You'll get to hang out with Mrs Claus, too, sing Christmas songs, decorate a Christmas tree and gather round for a hot drink.

Rovaniemi Snowmobile Day Tour

This adventure will see you revving through the frostbitten landscapes of Lapland. You'll hop on a snowmobile and zoom past snow-capped forests to enjoy the beauty of the region - with an injection of adrenaline - during this two-hour guided daytime exploration.

Snowmobile Adventure by Night - Adults Only

For an Arctic adventure that combines stars, snow and fun, look no further than this adult-only night-time snowmobile safari. You'll zoom along under the stars with one eye on the skies for signs of the Northern Lights.

Family Snowmobile Safari to Elves Cabin

Strap in for a rip-roaring ride across Rovaniemi's icy tundra on a three-hour snowmobile safari. Hop on and carve through the wintry wilderness, dashing past snow-capped forests and frostbitten glades, before an extra special treat – a chance encounter with one of Santa's elves. Spend time learning about Lappish traditions and sipping cocoa over the warmth of a campfire – a memory for the whole family to cherish.After the kids are loaded onto a comfy sleigh, you'll jump on your snowmobile for an adventure like no other. Whisk through the snow, following your guide along blizzard-swept routes and tracks. You'll feel the exhilaration of zipping through this magical scenery, with the cold air biting your cheeks.And just as the thrill of the chill peaks, we'll skid to a storybook halt at an elf's cabin nestled in a nook of the Narnian-like forest. Over a cosy campfire, hot chocolate flows and laughter rings, mingling with the faint echo of sleigh bells. It's a heartwarming interlude where time pauses, and the only shivers are from the tales and treats Santa's elf shares.

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Lapland Holidays 2024/2025

Tucked far away in northernmost Finland lies the magical place that Santa Claus calls home. This is a region deep inside the Arctic Circle; a land of wonder and enchantment that really comes alive with the spirit of Christmas. You never know just who you might see...

Whether you're looking to explore pretty snow-clad pine forests in a reindeer-drawn sleigh, search for Santa and his elves, or indulge in adrenaline-charged activities like snowmobile safaris, we can offer something that will tick most boxes. Lapland is a winter wonderland with a difference.

Book a break to Lapland next winter from under £1,000pp. Say hello to Santa, get cosy in a log cabin and spot the famous Northern Lights.

New lapland day trip for 2024.

Lapland Santa Experience

privately chartered planes, flying from a regional airport near you, will touch down just beyond the Arctic Circle at A completely exclusive spot in Swedish Lapland.  

From here, you’ll set off to Santa’s village, where you’ll have the place completely to yourself, to kick-start the fun. Journey on husky rides, snowmobiles and reindeer-drawn sleighs through the forest or surrounding fields illuminated by red lanterns.  

Then pause for a hearty lunch and sip on steaming berry juice beneath the trees before following the secret path to Santa’s cabin for a private meeting with the jolly man himself – the perfect end to your authentic and intimate Lappish experience.  

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Hidden in the snowy forest, are two enchanted igloos offering a  magical experience  for your  trip to Santa's Lapland . Admire the twinkling lights and ice sculptures, join in the fun and games with Santa's Elves and even enjoy a drink and snack in our ice bar.

Imagine the excitement of riding through the snowy forest by a snowmobile sleigh and watching your children's faces light up when they meet Santa. Plus, with lots of fun snow activities to enjoy too - there's no better place to celebrate the festive season than Santa's Lapland.

On a Santa's Lapland holiday you'll stay in the real winter wonderland, 200km above the Arctic Circle. With snow-sprinkled forests and lots of fun snow activities, including meeting Santa in his wooden cabin, Saariselkä is the perfect magical home for a three or four day festive break.

Mountains of snow to toboggan down, mini-skidoos for the kids to enjoy and as much cloud-berry juice and pancakes as you like… and there’s plenty more fun to have! Stay in hotels, hand-picked by Santa’s elves and enjoy a half-board stay, with lunch and refreshments on your Search for Santa day.

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Featured Lapland Hotels

Santa's Holiday Club

A family favourite. An indoor pool with waterslides and chutes to keep the children entertained, whilst parents can watch from the pool bar.

Santa's Hotel Tunturi

An excellent choice of rooms and suites suitable for the whole family. Opposite a charming wooded area close-by to the village centre.

Iisakki Glass Village

Staying at the Iisakki Glass Village is like camping under the stars in Lapland’s snowy, pine-cloaked countryside.

Crazy Reindeer Hotel

The Crazy & White Reindeer Complex is close to the slopes and full of pampering options, so it offers relaxation and get-up-and-go in equal measure.

Snowy Wilderness Lodge

The name says it all at the Snowy Wilderness Lodge. The property is surrounded by a winter wonderland of forest and fields.

Winter Wonderland Hotel and Log Cabins

The Winter Wonderland Hotel and Cabins are surrounded by wilderness scenery. The deluxe cabins come with luxury touches like hot tubs, too.

Lapland Day Trips

Search For Santa

This trip is packed with outdoor adventures from start to finish. Your venue for the day is Kittila’s Snow Village, which is home to an ice hotel, an ice bar and an ice chapel. You’ll have plenty of time to explore the igloo-like hotel rooms and admire the impressive sculptures that have been carved from frozen water.

In December, take the kids on the trip of a lifetime, and watch their faces light up when they see Santa in a true Winter Wonderland.

Lapland Short Breaks

Classic Lapland

If this Lapland holiday doesn’t get you into the festive spirit, nothing will. It includes loads of great activities, from husky sledging to gingerbread decorating. What’s more, you’ll be based in Rovaniemi – the hub of all things Christmassy.

Lapland Explorer

Looking for traditional holidays in Lapland? This trip goes off the beaten track in Levi, Pallas and Yllas – all packed with authentic Lappish atmosphere. Stay in and snuggle up by the fire, or try out activities like ice-fishing or snowmobiling.

Santa's Wonderland

These Lapland holidays take you to our northernmost resort – Saariselka. It’s set amongst a snow-covered wilderness and is home to Santa Resort – where you’ll get to meet the big man himself. You might even be lucky enough to spot the mysterious Northern Lights.

Lapland Discovery

Traditional log cabins, snow-dusted landscapes and forest-coated fells are all on the cards on holidays to Luosto.

Lapland Adventure

Holidays to Hetta conjure up a taste of true Lapland – expect empty snowscapes, cute wooden villages and thrilling winter sports.

TUI Lapland Explorer

Kilometre-long frozen lakes, acres of snow-topped trees, and first-class ski slopes with the nightlife to match are all staples of holidays to Ruka. Holidays to Kuusamo serve up some stellar, snow-blanketed scenery – this peaceful town’s a great spot to see the best of Finland’s natural beauty.

Lapland Tour

Scandinavia's magical Northern Lights occupy a very lofty spot on many people's travel goals, and with good reason. This stunning natural phenomenon is caused by collisions between electrically charged particles entering the earth's atmosphere from the sun, creating a captivating natural light show best seen within the Arctic Circle.

On this remarkable adventure, explore Norway and Swedish Lapland, journeying to the far north to seek out the magical Aurora while travelling on some of world's most scenic railways.

10 Days from £2,395

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New Lapland Destination

We are taking you to  Kuusamo , which is known for its snow-blanketed scenery, ski slopes and hiking trails. This peaceful town also offers plenty of opportunities to get up close and personal with the local wildlife, such as spending an afternoon visiting a reindeer farm where you'll get the chance to feed them and learn all about anta's sleigh-pullers. 

Lapland Holiday Hotels

Holiday Club Kuusamo

Surrounded by lakes and pine trees, this place is on the outskirts of Kuusamo – a winter sports hub. Skiing, fishing and kayaking all take place right outside. And it’s a 10-minute drive into the centre of town.

Lapland Hotel Hetta

This hotel is in a picturesque part of town, snuggled up to the shores of Lake Ounasjärvi. It’s right in the heart of Lapland’s snow-dusted wilderness, so it’s a popular base for hikers and skiers.

Santa's Aurora

All of the rooms in the hotel's main building come with their own sauna as standard – or you can opt to stay in glass-walled igloos that sit just outside. Meanwhile, in the restaurant cosy settings are paired up with top-class cuisine.

Luosto Hotel

The Luosto Hotel is nestled in the log cabin village of Luosto and cloaked in forested parkland. A neighbouring ski resort finishes the scene off with a flourish.

The Snow Elf Hotel & Apartments

This resort-style complex has a real fairytale setting – it’s bordered on all sides by snow-dusted pine forests. It’s a family-friendly spot, with an indoor pool and lots of activities on offer.

Scandic Rukahovi

The Scandic Rukahovi's a winner when it comes to scenery. It sits at the bottom of Ruka's ski slopes, and the back of the property brushes shoulders with a pine forest. There's lots to do nearby, from hiking to reindeer safaris.

Lapland Hotel Sirkantähti

Ski slopes, snowshoe trails and ice-fishing lakes are right on your doorstep when you stay at the Lapland Hotel Sirkantähti – it’s in the heart of Levi village.

Lapland Hotel Saaga

You’ll find it hard to beat the mountain scenery that surrounds the Lapland Hotel Saaga – drift-drenched slopes, frozen lakes and pine forests all put in appearances.

Hotel Snowflake and Apartments

This place puts you within walking distance of the action. Stroll for a few minutes past the frost-covered trees on the hotel’s frozen forecourt, and you’ll reach a toboggan hill.

Levi Panorama

If you haven’t already guessed by the name, cinematic views are what this place majors in. Everything from the restaurants to the seventh-floor saunas look out over the snow-dusted landscape.

Hotel Snow Princess

This place looks out over a pine-cloaked fell, so wintery views are a permanent fixture. It’s in a handy location, too, with slopes nearby, and ski tracks leading from the doorstep to Äkäslompolo village, 5 minutes away.

Aurora Pyramids

The pyramids have got lots of write-home-about features. Like mechanised beds that move up and down at the touch of a button – perfect for looking up at the night sky. And underfloor heating, a sofa and a shower.

Levi Suites Levi Gold

Balanced between the Chapel of St Mary and Levi Square, Levi Suites Levi Gold Apartments couldn’t get much more central. They neighbour the slopes, and are close to a selection of restaurants and bars.

Holiday Club Saariselka

This hotel is in the heart of Saariselka, with shops, restaurants and a big toboggan run nearby. Its convenient setting makes it great for families. Plus, it’s got an impressive swimming pool.

Santasport Hotel

Set in the heart of Ounasvaara, on the edge of Rovaniemi, the Santasport specialises in active holidays and wellbeing breaks. There’s something for all ages and fitness levels, so it’s a great choice for families.

Lapland Holidays

Make next Christmas a magical one and book a trip to Lapland!. Don't forget to take a look at our tour descriptions to help you plan for your magical Day/Stay trip to Lapland this Christmas.

Lapland trips top the listing of wonderful encounters for family members with youthful kids. After all, a trip to true home of Santa is the ideal method to keep the Christmas magic alive. The wonder on little faces as they take in reindeer, husky canines and, of course, a visit to the big guy himself is worth the trip alone!

While Christmas is a big component of Lapland's attraction, that's not to say that holidays to Lapland are just for children. This wintertime wonderland has activities for grownups to take pleasure in as well, including wonderful chances to ski, as well as a wide range of various other winter season tasks, adventures and also sports.

Visualize taking a snow safari via an icy forest, or snowboarding with a fairy-lit village at your feet? Whatever you decide to do in Lapland, it will have a wonderful touch.

In  Rovaniemi , Lapland’s cosmopolitan capital, you’ve got international-name shops and restaurants, as well as an after-dark scene that rivals any European city.  Levi, Pallas ,  Yllas  and  Kuusamo,  meanwhile, are experts when it comes to snow activities. Then there’s  Saariselka , a real winter wonderland, and  Luosto  and  Hetta , secluded spots, which are real Northern Lights territory. If you're looking for a hotel that’s goes the extra mile for families, keep your eyes peeled for our SnowClub tag. Hotels with a SnowClub put on lots of activities and entertainment especially for little ones.

Levi is one of the very best ski places in Lapland, with great conditions from November to May. Beginner skiers will certainly be in paradise in Levi, thanks to the uncrowded slopes, broad runs and excellent tuition centers. Those which are a little more experienced on their skis will certainly wish to explore off-piste as well as tackle the World Cup gondola pitch. Snowboarders will certainly also discover plenty to keep them occupied and also off-piste tasks include husky, reindeer as well as snowmobile safaris, sledging, tobogganing, snow shoeing, ice angling and far more!

For those whose Lapland visit is about the big jully guy in his red suit, Rovaniemi is the destination to select. In the heart of the magical Arctic Circle, the highlight of Rovaniemi is the Santa Claus Village. And also the Santa Claus Office and also the Main Post Office, you could also venture underground right into the ice cavern attraction, Santa Park, take a snowmobile or husky trip, or visit Dasher as well as Dancer at the reindeer ranch.

Lapland vacations are the excellent winter months treat for adventurers of any ages. Those with children won't find anywhere in the world as wonderful, while snow-loving adults could experience wonderful ski possibilities in one of the most charming of locations.

Santa Trips

If you're looking for Lapland holidays, look no further! Lapland is where Christmas dreams come true. It's not just a magical winter wonderland deep inside the Arctic Circle. It's also where you'll find Santa Claus and his trusty team of elves, whose mission is to spread happiness and fun. If you come on one of our Christmas trips you'll have a chance to drop in on Santa for a private meeting and he has a present for all the children.

Christmas is the most enchanting time of the year, and the excitement never truly fades, no matter your age. With our fantastic getaways, you can embrace the spirit of Christmas on an adventure like you’ve never experienced before. Which Lapland holiday is perfect for you? Whether you’d like to meet Santa and his furry woodland friends, go exploring on a sled or discover a secret village, there’s something for everyone. Maybe you’ll discover the natural wonder of the Northern Lights on Santa’s Sleigh-Bell Sleepover, after spending an afternoon playing in the snow with the family. Couples are invited too, on an adventure packed with exhilarating excursions and cosy meals by a roaring fire. Whatever you’re looking for, there’s a perfect holiday for you to create the most magical Christmas yet.

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Ok I am hoping someone can help me - I am looking to book to go to Lapland with my husband and twin daughters who will be 7 .

Santa lapland are my other option to saariselka , these are more expensive for 1 night less but the reviews seem better ?

I am wanting a nice private santa experience for my girls with enough to kept hubby occupied !!

If anyone has a comparison or recommendation please let me know

Thank you in advance

I would got for the extra day, especially if your save money. It can be nicer to have some more time to explore and not be rushed form activity to activity especially with little ones that can get over tired. Their are also lots of activities to do for free such as the kids zone.

Both company's do similar experiences, Santa's Lapland is a bit more "premium" and I believe the extra excursions are cheaper, but booking locally can rule that saving out. Also if you really want a very personal Santa experience, you can use the money you save to get a 'private hotel room' visit.

Can I ask...did you book when you go there and was there space? We’ve booked to go with tui and I’m panicking we won’t see Santa 🎅

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BasementIdeas · 31/10/2021 18:34

We're going this year. Where are you going and when? I haven't been previously so no first hand tips but I follow a couple of FB groups where I see lots of tips and advice being shared.

We went, it was fab! Tips, don't waste money on cold weather gear if it's provided. The clothing and footwear they provide was far superior. If you have young children don't organise trips where they are out in the cold for too long. We did a snowmobile trip of about 3 hours, the younger children were in a sledge being pulled by a snowmobile and after 30 mins they were all cold and miserable. The parents and teens who could sit on the snowmobiles were fine but the little ones hated it. We stopped for hot chocolate in the Forest which was fab but the younger ones didn't really have fun as they were cold. Don't bother snow shoeing! I felt exhausted after 20 minutes! Husky safari was a hi light, absolutely brilliant but again don't go out too long if you have young children.

I echo the thing about long trips - it's really, really fucking cold!!!! We're skiers, so have plenty of cold weather gear and are used to layering up, but OMG Lapland is something else. Don't ever do a trip that's longer than an hour, is my best advice, particularly if you will be sitting still. One of my DC was borderline hypothermic after a reindeer ride of 11km. He couldn't feel his feet at all. It's very pretty and husky mushing is a lot of fun, but I wouldn't go again. Too cold for me.

I went back in 2012 on one organised by Thomson (now TUI) and we had a great time. I would not take under 5s as its too cold, was -27C when we were there over the Christmas holidays. It was useful to take some food and drink in our suitcases as its expensive out there and we had big luggage allowances. We stayed at the Santa Sport hotel, room was fairly basic but fine but good as it had a swimming pool with spa parts and children's playcentre (small charge) there as well as food. Daylight hours are very short think about 4 hours a day so if organising yourself check when its light. The included trips on ours were great but we were not outside for more than 2 hours at a time and even when it was 2 hours you could go inside to warm up if needed. I would go every year if I had the money / no covid. We had included reindeer sleigh rides at 2 places, husky rides at 2 places, snowmobile, elf workshop, meal with fireworks where santa arrived on a sleigh with reindeer, artic circle crossing, gingerbread making etc and combined with swimming pool and kids playcentre it was 3 long days. On the organised trips you are provided with gloves, snowsuit and snowboots but useful to have layers as very warm inside and freezing outside and thermals if likely to be very cold when there, we found it useful to have own cheap snowboots as you have to walk through the snow to and from where you collect /give back boots and snowsuits etc. Food is pricey and not the greatest in winter, we went back in summer as we loved it and wanted to see the brown bears in the wild and then food was cheaper and much better. My kids loved it and talked about it for years after, they were nearly 6 and 8 then. Some of the under 5s were crying with the cold, my 5 year old was borderline but he is a very thin child. We took him into the restaurants whilst waiting for things, queues were not very long esp if you went in different order to others. I would avoid the longer trips were you are outside with no shelter for a long time if it is very cold when you are there, it varies. Magical to do over Christmas day.

We are going to Saariselka with Tui early December for 4 nights - I appear to be more excited than the kids. The webcams on Windy.com are addictive, it's been snowy since mid October! I have just read this morning that the taster sessions (reindeer, husky, snowmobile) last 1-2 minutes each. I get it, they will have a lot of people to go through but those on a daytrip might be disappointed having done a 4 hour flight (and then have another one soon after). For those who have been to Lapland - did you book excursions before you left or did you just do it whilst you were there? I've found a couple of local operators online, and I'd rather book direct which you can do, but wondering if it's worth just doing so in situ? @Mallowmarshmallow which Facebook groups are you following?

@PavoReal We booked all our excursions in advance with the local tourist office.

Pavo went to saariselka a few years ago. We went independently so booked everything ourselves and there was no need to book in advance, there are lots of local operators and we just explored a little bit and booked stuff in person. Skiing etc the same, we went up to the ski village and sorted lessons for the kids, lift pass etc. Lots to do there too as they had an ice drink and snow tubing there plus of course the huge toboggan run.

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I was going to say so try snowshoeing. We did it a lot when my kids were small, they went in backpacks.

Brilliant thread! We're going to Ylläs with Tui in mid-Dec. @PavoReal where did you read that the tasters are only 1-2 minutes? The info I have says 15 mins. Less than that you wouldn't do any more than sit on the sled! @Silkieschickens can you explain more about the snowsuits? I'd understood that they gave them to you on the bus from the airport and they're then yours to keep until the bus back to the airport. Do you have to keep giving them back?

@ElfYourself21 it’s in the Tui Lapland FAQ, I found the page via google so wondering/hoping it’s not actually correct now you have said that.

www.tui.co.uk/destinations/faq/how-long-are-the-taster-sessions-for-huskies ,-reindeer-and-snowmobiles?catId=265&subcatId=412&docId=1361

Gah that hasn’t worked, sorry!

When we went with Thomson back in 2012 (now TUI) we were on a bus from airport to hotel and stopped at a place to pick up snowsuits, boots, gloves etc so you had to get off, walk through snow and into the building, similar on way back. Its maybe 30 metre walk in snow so not that much but we found it helpful to have our own cheap snowboots for doing that walk. They have a variety of sizes in the place you get them. You don't need own snowsuit as its quick but useful to have layers and thermals if temp is likely to be very cold when there. It was -27C when we were there. Inside the hotels is very warm, its so hot in them you could go round them in t-shirts and shorts fine. It felt like 27C inside and -27C outside. One place they had an inside and outside temp and it was that.

Has anyone stayed at the Snow Elf Ylläs (proper name Akashotelli Ylläs)? I need to check out alternative excursions. Currently looking at snow village and Konijankka animal park.

The tasters with huskies etc are generally one lap, maybe 400 metres or so but they are quite magical and there's about 3 of them for huskies and 3 for reindeer on the 3 day trips. For children up to about 10 I would say its fine - mine loved them and there are other activities to do. The longer ones you may find you freeze and its not pleasant. The trips out were about 2 hours outside plus travel plus food and that was plenty long enough due to cold and lack of daylight hours. You could also go inside if you needed to keep warm.

Brilliant, that is reassuring! DC are 5 and 7 so definitely not wanting to spend hours out in the cold not moving.

Hope you have a lovely time. Mine were that age and loved it so much. My then 5 year old DS, who is very thin and with the courage of a mouse, did find it a bit cold outside (we hit a very cold time) but was fine on the normal trips as one of us took him inside and one of us waited in the queues for the rides. You could also go round in different order to others with minimal queues. We were at Santa Sport hotel and flew into Rovaniemi so may be slightly different set up for you.

Thank you!! I am secretly really excited but feel like covid could ruin our plans so I daren't get too carried away!

Hopefully we're going to Lapland this year, after rearranging it twice already! We've got flights booked from Gatwick to Rovaniemi. Not exactly sure what we'll do when we get there 😄. I have a couple of places booked with free cancellation on booking.com. I'm leaning towards holiday village gulo gulo. They provide all the snow gear, which is a big bonus for us! All the trips are from there and it's next to a zoo. Our kids are a bit older so they're not too interested in Santa.

@PavoReal , I follow Lapland for everyone, Lapland holiday chat and Lapland on a budget. The latter is probably most useful if you're doing a DIY trip but all three are pretty active and increasingly so as we get nearer to people starting to depart. We're travelling with Canterbury travels to Luosto at the start of December.

Can I get really boring? I'm trying to work out the Covid / Finland riddle. Have I got this correct? I haven't flown for nearly 2 years so am stumbling around: Before travel:

• Order antigen tests for everyone including children older than 4. Whilst you don’t need to do tests until your return home, you need numbers from your order
• Print out proof of vaccination
• Create a Passenger Locator Form account on gov.uk in advance – not necessary but less to do in Finland. You can include children on your form so no need to create separate accounts for them. Whilst in Finland: Complete a passenger locator form (I think you have to show it at the Finnish airport) in the 48 hour window before flying. Back home: Do antigen tests on everyone under 4 within 48 hours of returning home

@PavoReal that's my understanding although I wasn't planning on creating the PLF prior to flying as you can only get so far and it isn't complex to complete anyway.....

Brilliant thank you @Mallowmarshmallow , much appreciated.

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been reading few quite a few posts.

booked via tui to go hotel pallas, on the 26th december 4nights, (think im looking forward to it more then my7 year old son .

anyone been here, what company does Tui use for snowmobile and husky rides?

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