Enjoying a spectacular show of the Northern Lights is in everyone’s bucket list. One of the dreamiest activities any travel lover wants to experience living. In fact, Iceland’s peak in tourist rates have been due to northern lights, as reported by CNBC.
Moreover, there are several destinations where you could enjoy a spectacular show of northern lights. Actually, auroras are a common phenomenon in places across the north pole. It is said that the best time of the year to see them is generally from September to mid-April. So, without further ado, here is a list of 5 spots to see the elusive show.
Alaska
Fairbanks lies in the auroral oval, a ring-shaped area around the North Pole. This particular spot in Alaska is located two degrees below the Arctic. Therefore, the show of northern lights there is just surreal. Actually, Fairbanks established their own forecast system to spot the auroras, and organize guided tours for tourists far from city lights.
Iceland
Iceland is probably the best spot for northern lights in Europe. The Scandinavian country’s tourism industry flourished thanks to this spectacular show. Furthermore, Iceland offers a variety of winter activities, such as skying, snowboarding and climbing. And of course, the famous blue lagoons.
Norway
In addition to Iceland, another great spot to enjoy the northern lights is Tromso, Norway. Thanks to being 300 km north of the Arctic Circle, it allows it to have a slightly warmer setting than neighboring countries. Furthermore, they offer their visitors the option of a polar fjord cruise, or taking a sled ride with huskies while waiting for the spectacular show.
Canada
Besides Alaska, North America does have another incredible destination to see northern lights. YellowKnife found in the northwest of Canada, gives you a different kind of experience. Not only you get to see the auroras light up the sky, but you can also enjoy their marvelous reflection on the Great Slave Lake.
Greenland
Despite the freezing cold, what could be better than spotting the northern lights over a floating icebergs? in fact, even in months of summer, the icebergs still stand. Northern Greenland’s best visiting time to enjoy the spectacular show of northern lights is Mid-August to late April.
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