Ski Lapland

The term Lapland refers to a number of different places, depending on a particular location that it is being referred to. It is a territory in Sweden, a province in Finland, a region inhabited by Sami minority group in Northern Europe, and a small town in Indiana, USA, among other things.

In general, Lapland refers to a cold mountainous region scattered above the Arctic Circle, covering parts of Finland, Sweden and Norway. Hence, there are various places and aboriginal communities in these countries that are named after “Lapland.” Sweden originally owned the Finland Lapland territory but the entire stretch was divided between the two nations in 1809.

Despite the varied references, the snow-loving vacationer only has one thing in mind whenever the word Lapland is mentioned: Ski holiday! Yes, the Lapland region in its entirety is a haven for ski lovers, a long and wide stretch of winter wonderland that is the ideal venue for an exciting ski holiday and much more – snow trail blazers, snow mobiling, snow boarding, husky sled racing, ice breaker cruise, snow shoing, ice fishing, snow safaris, deer sleighing, dog sledding, cable ride arctic sightseeing and many more.

The entire Lapland region offers many thrilling ski and snow adventures during the winter season which begins as early as January and extends to May and June. In between, vacationers from all parts of the world arrive for an unforgettable holiday, just in in time when many small slopes and exclusive resorts also open.