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Holiday advice from Westaway Travel


Chasing the Northern Lights: My Favourite Luxury Lapland Stays for Winter 2026/27
Becky's personal guide to a luxury northern lights holiday from the UK: glass igloos in Finland, ICEHOTEL in Sweden, Arctic Norway and coastal cruises, plus tips for the best chance of a sighting.
Becky Westaway
Oct 205 min read


Is It Too Late to Book Lapland This Christmas? My Honest Answer
Christmas Lapland packages fill early. Here is when UK travellers should book for peak December dates, plus how Westaway Travel helps from Northampton.
Becky Westaway
Sep 224 min read


February Half-Term Skiing: How to Get the Family on the Slopes Without Missing Out
February half-term is the busiest ski week for UK families. Here is when to book for 2026/27, what sells out first, and how Westaway Travel helps from Northampton.
Becky Westaway
Sep 183 min read


My Insider Guide to Booking a Christmas Markets River Cruise
Festive river and ocean Christmas markets cruises fill early. Here is when UK travellers should book, river vs ocean tips, and how Westaway Travel helps from Northampton.
Becky Westaway
Sep 153 min read


Here’s why you should be booking your next holiday to Lapland
The Original Winter Wonderland For festive fans and winter holiday-goers, nothing tops the festive season like Lapland at Christmas. Set in the snowy landscape of Northern Finland, Lapland is globally known as the real home of Santa. With only a 3-and-a-half-hour flight from any London airport, you can transport yourself into this magical escape for treasured family memories, romantic getaways, wild animal experiences or adrenaline sports. It really is a place for anyone and
Becky Westaway
Oct 27, 20236 min read
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