Every year, the small city of Rovaniemi becomes a magnet for tourists wanting to soak up the spirit of Christmas. On the edge of the Arctic Circle in Lapland, Finland, the ‘official home of ...

Rebecca Ann Hughes covers travel, culture and food in Europe. Hidden away in the snowy north of Finland is Santa’s Official Post Office. The sorting center, located in Rovaniemi, is expected to ...

The Ultimate Winter Wonderland Lapland in Finland, especially Rovaniemi, is the epitome of Christmas magic. Known as the official home of Santa Claus, this Northern wonderland is a dream come true for ...

Johan Juujärvi is the manager of Rovaniemi Airport, in the capital of Lapland in northern Finland. He's expecting the usual busy Christmas. “December is our busiest month of the year ...

Christmas is here and the Nordic traditions have begun. The primary denomination of the Nordic countries has been Lutheran, so the church traditions are very much a part of the season’s ...

It's a fun exploration of some unusual Christmas traditions around the world, including Mexico, Japan and Finland. It celebrates Christmas as a special time for Christians and non-Christians alike.

In Sweden, Norway, and Denmark, Christmas is Jul; it’s Jol in Iceland and Joulu in Finland. Between late November and January, Christmas-themed parties are held as a buffet or Julebord in Norway ...