Destination: Finland

From winter wonderland adventures to exciting cities by the sea, family holidays in Finland have it all.

Situated in the most northerly part of Finland, Lapland continues to welcome excited families year after year. Whilst smaller children are spellbound by the possibility of meeting Santa Claus, older children will be spoilt for choice with the extensive choice of things to do in fabulous Finland. Enjoy an action packed outdoor adventure including ice fishing, snow hockey, husky sleigh riding and snowmobiles. There is a wide range of family friendly accommodation in this area of Finland, choose from hotels to chalets and even igloo styled cabins.

Visit the increasingly popular Finnish ski resort of Levi. Levi represents great value for money when compared to many other ski resorts. Children can enjoy skiing by twilight on the safe gentle slopes whilst parents kick back in the hot tub under the wondrous northern lights.

When the short winter days have been replaced by almost 24 hour daylight, there is still plenty of family attractions in Finland. Head to Helsinki. Family highlights include Seurassaari museum, Heureka Science Museum and Helsinki Zoo. And when the temperatures soar, enjoy a family day on Helsinki's beautiful sandy beaches. Helsinki offers a range of chain style accommodation perfect for families. Additionally why not relive your childhood memories at the Moomin museum of Tampere, located 180 miles from capital Helsinki.

Maybe you are looking for lakeside luxury. With over 180,000 lakes to choose from Finland is sure to have something for you. Try the remote village of Kuhmo for family activities including berry and mushroom picking, canoeing, hiking and fishing. This area offers great family accommodation including the family friendly hotel, Hotel Kalevala. Alternatively make like the Finnish and book a lakeside cottage for the duration of you stay.

The Finnish outdoors is waiting for you so book you action packed holiday today.