2024 Sodankyla Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in October)

🇫🇮FINLAND‘s Best Saty🇫🇮

📌Location: 
Saariselkä, within the Arctic Circle, is the birthplace of glass igloos. Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort pioneered this enchanting concept, allowing guests to watch the Northern Lights from the comfort of their beds. 💎💎 
📍Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort, Finland 
🎨 A Canvas of Nature and Culture Unites
-This extraordinary resort holds the esteemed title of 'Cultural Landscape Resort' 🏆, an honor bestowed by National Geographic Magazine. Immerse yourself in: 
🌐 360° Panoramic Domes:
Marvel at the world outside as the glass warms up, melting away the snowy wonderland. 
🌌🌠Aurora Alarms in Every Room+ A Celestial Awakening🚨:
The alarm will ring out when the Aurora appears, and then you could behold this incredible night👀: green spirits gracefully dancing under a canopy of stars. To lie in a glass igloo bed and witness this celestial performance is nothing short of an extraordinary stroke of luck. 💚 
🗺️Area Choose：
☀️East Village vs. West Village🎄
🧊East Village: Vintage Charm
- Vintage ambiance.
- Cozy and private.
- Some rooms may lack private bathrooms.
🧊West Village: Modern Grandeur
- Modern, stylish accommodations.
- Private restrooms in every igloo.
- Spectacular views.
- Abundance of room choices.
- Hub for thrilling activities like husky rides and reindeer sledding. 
⬆️🔥Recommendation🔥: Opt for the 'West Village' for a modern, comfortable stay with a wider range of activities. 🌌 
🧳 Luggage Handling🛄
Upon check-in, the hotel staff will efficiently transport your luggage directly to your room. For check-out, you'll have the novel experience of using a small cart to transport your belongings to the lobby, a fun and engaging process that takes around 5 minutes. 
🚌Travel and Commute🚌
To reach Kakslauttanen, book your tickets through the Onnibus website at 💶38.9 euros. The journey typically spans from 09:07 to 12:13, covering a duration of 3 hours, running from the entrance of Santa Claus Village to Kakslauttanen Hotel's doorstep. 
🔴 Valuable Tips🌠
1⃣️At this unique hotel, you can adjust your bed to optimize your Northern Lights viewing experience. 🛏️
2⃣️Given the limited daylight hours during winter (only 4 hours from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM), be sure to capture plenty of photos during this brief window. 📸
3⃣️The prime time for witnessing the Northern Lights in Finland is typically from December to January of the following year. 🌠
4⃣️For the best chance of spotting the Northern Lights, keep your eyes on the skies between 9:00 PM and 2:00 AM. 🌌 
📹@MiYaXingQiu🍬


Winter @Kakslauttanen Artic Resort

Are you planning your upcoming winter trip to Finland? Kakslauttanen Artic Resort is one of the popular resorts in Saariselkä Fell region of Kakslauttanen, because Kakslauttanen is one of the world's best places for see the northern lights. The property is surrounded by nature and river, 6 km from Urho Kekkonen National Park and 37 km from Ivalo Airport. This resort has several types of accommodations; the accommodation I booked is Kelo Glass Igloos, a chalet with a combination of glass igloos, the newest type of accommodation in this resort. This room can accommodate up to 6 people, with a big bathroom and has a private sauna, fireplace, kitchenette, and a stunning glass roof to see the aurora. The entire building, including the bed made by Kelo pinewood. West Village Aurora Restaurant is the main restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Also, it operates as an office for hotel check-in during wintertime, a meet-up place for a tour operator for activities, and a souvenir shop. Although I didn't have the luck to see the Northern lights, my stay in this resort was fantastic and memorable. Address: Kiilopääntie 9, 99830 Saariselkä, Finland #finland #aurora #resort #winter #wintervibe #winter2021

A Winter Wonderland in Finland☃️❄️🇫🇮

Experiencing a full winter in Finland was one of my favourite experiences to date, and Rovaniemi is the perfect place to do so!🥶☃️❄️ This cold paradise is a winter wonderland, and an absolute must see for any travelers visiting this beautiful Nordic country! With snow that reaches your waist and clear blue skies, the weather here is perfect, especially if you like the cold 🥶 Here, you can run between traditional Finnish saunas and ice baths, all while breathing in the cool Arctic air 🐻‍❄️ You’ll be sure to see reindeer and huskies, and you’ll even get to meet them if you visit the special Santa Clause village! This is truly the most magical place for a winter getaway🇫🇮❄️☃️ #christmasgiveaway #skiadventure #skiresorts #arctic #snow #cold #finland

The glass house of Saliscar has long been known, and one of the purposes of coming to Finland is to experience it. The hotel is divided into the east and west districts. The drive is separated by five minutes. Each district has its own cabin and glass house. We have a cabin and a glass house for each of the four people. The price of the cabin is about the glass house. Half of it, if you come here, I recommend staying in two room types for one night, because it is really different. Each cabin in East is quite far apart and will not be disturbed at all. The whole house is stacked one by one with wood, and the house is also covered with wood, including the roof, bed frame and floor. The big bed room here is the only real big bed that I lived in Finland all the way down. The other hotel big bed rooms are made up of two single beds. The cabins are large, with sofas, kitchens and a separate sauna. The glass room in the West District is very small, basically two single beds, a very mini bathroom, there is a toilet and a pool, but there is no bath, so for this time we chose another two People think that the cabin is quite sensible, so that you can take a bath at night, or you can put unused luggage there. After all, the baggage is dragged some distance, and it is muddy and uneven, and it is not very good.

Reindeer, Wilderness, and Magic: A Jaakkola Backpacking Adventure 🇫🇮

#backpacking Backpacking to Jaakkola Reindeer Farm in Helsinki Finland was like stepping into a winter wonderland. The journey through snow-laden trails felt surreal, with Finland’s crisp air and stunning wilderness setting the scene. Jaakkola itself was a gem—meeting reindeer up close and learning about the Sami culture was unforgettable. The farm’s hospitality made the experience cozy despite the cold. Feeding the reindeer and enjoying traditional meals around a fire was the highlight. It’s an adventure that captures the essence of Finland’s natural beauty and charm, perfect for any backpacker craving something authentic. My rating: 4.5 ⭐️ out of 5!

Northern Lights!!!!

Caught the beautiful northern lights at the Tankavaara Gold Village in Finland… precious moment. #auroraborealis #finland