Our picks for spring, autumn and winter escapes
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| | | | | We may have said goodbye to summer in the UK but this week we’re focusing on the joy of the other three seasons. Spring brings spectacular floral displays such as the Dutch bulbfields or Japan’s famous cherry blossom season while autumn also offers a different kind of natural beauty as woodlands transform into a riot of reds, purples and gold. While winter brings the chance to wrap up warm and head out to search for the northern lights or try activities such as snowshoeing or dog sledding. We’ve picked some of our favourite trips which celebrate the seasons. Which is your choice? | | The Guardian Holidays team
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| | | | | More to Finland than the northern lights
From the archive: You may get lucky with the aurora, but Finnish Lapland also offers snowshoe hiking, glass-domed igloos – and even a Christmas wish with Santa. | | Read more |
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| | | | Finnish wilderness week
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Explore this winter wonderland beyond the Arctic Circle by snowshoe, ski and dog sled on this small group adventure. Book by 18 Oct 24, prices shown include the discount. | | View details |
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| Where to see spectacular autumn colours around the world | | |
| | From the archive: Readers’ tips
It’s the season for mother nature to dazzle us with golds, reds, yellows and oranges … Our readers recommend the most vibrant autumnal displays in Europe, North America and Japan. |
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| | | | | New England in the Fall
Combine seeing the spectacular autumn colours of the region on scenic drives with time in New York, Boston and more… | | View details |
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| | | | Amsterdam, Kinderdijk and the Dutch Bulbfields
Experience the beauty of the Dutch bulbfields and the famous Keukenhof garden plus enjoy time in Amsterdam on this classic cruise. | | View details |
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| | | | Ancient and modern Japan
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Save up to 15% including during cherry blossom season when you book this wide ranging small group tour by 18 Oct 2024. Prices shown include the discount. | | View details |
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| | | | Lucca, Portofino and the Cinque Terre
Autumn is one of the best times to visit Tuscany and the Italian Riviera with fewer crowds and a beautiful natural backdrop to the sights. | | View details |
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| Trip of the week | | Iceland – Reykjavík and the Northern Lights - save up to 18%
| | | | While never guaranteed, winter can be the best time to see the northern lights and this classic tour of Reykjavik includes the chance to head out of the city to seek them out plus you can add a trip to the Blue Lagoon and more.
Save up to 18% on November 2024 and January 2025 departures of this popular tour. Prices shown include the discount. | | View details |
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