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There are places where the magic never fades — where snow feels like a gentle blanket rather than a burden, and handwritten letters still carry postmarks from the Arctic Circle. One of those places is Lapland.
Here in Rovaniemi, Santa Claus really lives — not an actor in costume, but the Santa of childhood dreams: kind smile, quiet attention, and an unwavering belief in wonder. And yes, you can actually meet him. Every year, we at KJ Tours create a special holiday journey — our “Lapland Tour from Tallinn” — timed for the most magical days of winter.

Winter can take many forms — frosty, snowy, lively, or hushed. But there are places where it feels truly special. Where the first snow brings a quiet thrill, and you want nothing more than to pause, breathe in the cold air, and just be.
In this piece, we’ll share three countries where winter is guaranteed: Austria, Italy, and Finland. Each offers something unique — skiing in the Alps, the glow of Christmas markets, or watching the northern lights in deep forest silence. Choose the atmosphere — we’ll guide you through the rest.

For a vacation to be truly enjoyable, you need to remove the things that turn a trip into a logistical headache. If a guest uses a wheelchair or has limited mobility, everything connected to getting around and managing daily tasks should work without extra effort.

When we plan a trip with children, we usually start with the basics: will it be warmer there, is the beach clean, how long is the flight. Then we remember the main thing — we want the holiday to be not only convenient but truly family-oriented. We don’t want to change hotels every day, pack and unpack, or scramble to find ways to keep the kids busy. We want calm, but not boredom. Simplicity — with memorable moments.

Family travel is made up of those special little moments — packing, the thrill of the upcoming adventure, first impressions, evenings in a new place, floating in inflatable rings, and slow, cozy breakfasts. To make it a joy — and not a series of compromises — holidays with children need thoughtful planning.

New Year is one of the most anticipated times of the year — a moment to exhale, reset, and find yourself somewhere joyful and calm. It may still be summer, and your current vacation might be in full swing, but now is actually the best time to start thinking about where you’ll be when December turns to January.