Few appreciate Christmas as much as the Scots, after the holiday was famously made illegal for a period in the 17th century, meaning Scotland had some making up to do! So it makes sense to go to the homeland of all things festive and of course to Father Christmas himself. The Christmas shops on the Royal Mile may be fabulous, but there’s nothing quite like the real thing, is there? 

And so, don’t delay, and depart from Edinburgh this winter on a festive day trip or short break to Lapland. Leaving Scotland early in the morning, the 3.5-hour flight takes you high into the Arctic Circle. Deep in True Lapland, the snow-clad forests and frozen lakes will seem like a different world. 

Drive snowmobiles, mush husky sleds and ride reindeer sleighs through the picture-perfect landscape. Of course, no visit to Lapland would be complete without a meeting with Santa – you’ve travelled a long way to see him! Returning to Edinburgh that evening or a few days later, you’ll be filled with memories to last a lifetime! 

What's more, Transun offer Arctic Spirit breaks especially for grown-ups! Go on a snowmobile adventure tour and spend several nights immersed in Europe's last unspoiled wilderness. You'll have chances to see the spectacle of the Northern Lights while also enjoying a wide array of activities, like visiting Sami reindeer camps, cross-country skiing and traditional Arctic ice fishing. 

Thermals under kilts – highly recommended.