When is the best time to cruise the Arctic?

When you picture the Arctic, chances are you imagine a cold, empty ice-covered wasteland stretching as far as the eye can see. However, this couldn’t be farther from the truth. For many holidaymakers, the Arctic is the final frontier, boasting everything from dramatic landscapes, incredible wildlife, and the natural wonder of the Aurora Borealis- the famous northern lights.

Aurora Borealis Popular Request for what may be the Best Year for Viewing

It is amazing how many travellers are enquiring about Aurora Borealis at the moment. We are just about coming to the end of the time in the northern hemisphere when one can expect to view the Northern Lights, but there are still opportunities further north, in Norway, Iceland and Greenland, for example, where they can be seen later into the year, unlike most of the UK. Continue reading