Kiruna in Winter: 7 Magical Things to Do in Swedish Lapland [2026]

Kiruna in Winter: 7 Magical Things to Do in Swedish Lapland [2026]

ByAllison Green

The first place I ever set foot in the Arctic was Kiruna, Sweden. It was a crisp February day that practically shimmered with cold, and I instantly fell in love. This quirky little Arctic city surprised me with its liveliness and I swore I’d come back someday. Nearly ten years later, in 2025, I finally…

Worth It?: Visiting Sweden’s Icehotel 365 at Any Time of Year

Worth It?: Visiting Sweden’s Icehotel 365 at Any Time of Year

ByAllison Green

When I planned a visit to Sweden to see the fall foliage in Abisko National Park (one of my favorite places in Sweden) it almost slipped my mind that you could visit Jukkasjärvi’s ice hotel any time of year. Even on bright, sunny, (relatively) warm autumn days… or even under the midnight sun! That’s right:…

Why I Loved Reindeer Lodge in Jukkasjärvi — But Is It Right for You?

Why I Loved Reindeer Lodge in Jukkasjärvi — But Is It Right for You?

ByAllison Green

My friend Megan and I took a fast-paced road trip traversing a thousand kilometers of Arctic autumn landscapes between Rovaniemi, Finland and Narvik, Norway, with a heavy focus on Swedish Lapland and in particular Abisko National Park. We stayed in some really nice places along our road trip — from mountain guesthouses overlooking a national…

Is Abisko Mountain Lodge Worth It? [Review + Honest Experience]

Is Abisko Mountain Lodge Worth It? [Review + Honest Experience]

ByAllison Green

Let’s clear one thing up quickly: when you travel to Abisko, you’re shouldn’t expect a luxury experience the same way you might in other parts of the Arctic. Abisko is for nature and the Northern Lights, not super-plush luxe stays. You see, this tiny Arctic village has only about 85 residents, and its accommodation options…