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Finland vs. Norway: Which is Better for Northern Lights?

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👁️ 3K views📅 3 months ago⏱️ 12:03
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Creator's Key Takeaways

Finland is best if you want a cozy, easy, almost magical northern light experience.

Norway is much more epic. And I don't know if it was just our luck. We've actually seen the Northern Lights more times in Norway.

Finland is a lot easier to get around, and a lot more popular, I think, for Northern Lights, and Norway is more rugged, more remote, more peaceful.

We would probably say go to Finland first. That's exactly what we did.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Choose Finland for a beginner-friendly, comfortable Northern Lights trip with easy logistics.
Choose Norway for dramatic landscapes, photography opportunities, and a more adventurous experience.
Consider cloud cover and flexibility when planning, especially in Norway.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Difficulty planning and higher cost in NorwayFinland is easier and more affordable for first-timers.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhich country is better for Northern Lights viewing: Finland or Norway?
QWhat are the pros and cons of each destination for aurora viewing?

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Ivalo2½ Happy Bacon
Lofoten Islands3 Happy Bacon
Rovaniemi2½ Happy Bacon
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Trying to decide between Finland or Norway for the Northern Lights? In this video, we break down Finland vs Norway for aurora viewing based on success rates, weather, landscapes, cost, and overall experience. We compare Northern Lights destinations in Finnish Lapland and Northern Norway, including Tromsø, the Lofoten Islands, and top spots in Lapland like Rovaniemi and Ivalo. You’ll learn which country gives you the highest chance of seeing the Northern Lights, which offers the most dramatic scenery, and which is better for first-time aurora hunters. If you’re planning a Northern Lights trip, wondering where to see the aurora borealis, or deciding between Finland vs Norway in winter, this guide will help you choose the best destination for your travel style. NORTHERN LIGHTS GUIDES & RESOURCES: ○ Finland, Norway & Sweden Northern Lights Road Trip Itinerary: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M69sikWvYLc&list=PLq_Vn_AFEf2FL9hPZWiqqp9-zWdKA7TWE) ○ The Best Glass Igloos & Aurora Hotels (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QlR8k0LEBPU&list=PLq_Vn_AFEf2FL9hPZWiqqp9-zWdKA7TWE&index=2) ○ How to Chase & Photograph the Northern Lights (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9rh__EZtG4&list=PLq_Vn_AFEf2FL9hPZWiqqp9-zWdKA7TWE&index=3) ○ Tromsø Travel Guide: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_z-Js7sWf1o&list=PLq_Vn_AFEf2FL9hPZWiqqp9-zWdKA7TWE&index=5) ○ Finland Packing List: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5lkuLFe5b4&list=PLq_Vn_AFEf2FL9hPZWiqqp9-zWdKA7TWE&index=10) ○ Lofoten Winter Travel Guide: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OLNGbbUzWj8&list=PLq_Vn_AFEf2FL9hPZWiqqp9-zWdKA7TWE&index=7) ○ Rovaniemi, Finland Travel Guide: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kJ1u6wZm8F8&list=PLq_Vn_AFEf2FL9hPZWiqqp9-zWdKA7TWE&index=6) Subscribe for more adventures!: https://bit.ly/3kybGt0 💰 SAVE MONEY ON YOUR TRIP & PLATFORMS WE USE: 🏠 Book Your Airbnb: https://creators.withairbnb.com/mypage/theloverspassport 📲 EUROPEAN eSIM (Finland & Norway): https://saily.tpm.lv/p7HrhstJ 🧳 Our Luggage: https://referrals.awaytravel.com/away336625 🚗 Rent a car from Finland: https://discovercars.tpm.lv/XOxq9wz3 🚗 Rent a car from Norway: https://discovercars.tpm.lv/fv5ceyjo ✈️ Get Cheap Flight and Points & Miles Deals To Your Inbox: https://thriftytraveler.com/a/theloverspassport (Save money with code THELOVERSPASSPORT) 👚 Rent Clothes for Your Trip: https://fbuy.io/nuuly/giselle9 //SHOP OUR FAVORITES: ○ LTK: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/theloverspassport ○ Amazon Storefront: https://amzn.to/46Ym9EF ○ ShopMy: https://shopmy.us/shop/loverspassport //FOLLOW OUR ADVENTURES ○ Website: www.theloverspassport.com ○ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theloverspassport ○ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theloverspassport ○ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/theloverspassport ○ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theloverspassport?lang=en ○ Blog: https://theloverspassport.com​​ ○ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/theloverspassport 📸 Travel Photography E-Book: https://theloverspassport.com/travel-photography-guide/ **FTC Disclosure: This video is not sponsored. All opinions are honest and our own. Above are affiliate links which means we receive a percentage of the revenue made from purchasing products via those links. Links may be generated by Amazon or other affiliate partners and provide us with a small percentage/kickback should you use them to purchase any of the items we use. Be sure to subscribe for more travel guides, cruises, itineraries, hiking tips, gear reviews, national park guides, and other bucket list adventures! For business inquiries, please email collabs@theloverspassport.com #lapland #norway #finland #northernlights #auroraborealis