'There is no such thing as bad weather, just inappropriate clothing' - Sir Rannulph Fiennes.

Whilst we here in the UK have suffered virtual chaos due to heavy snow and extremely low temperatures (for us anyway), in Scandinavia it's business as usual. Husky dog and snowmobile safaris, reindeer sledding, snowshoe hiking, igloo building, campfire dining and Northern Lights chasing are just a few of the multitude of outdoor activities where snow is not only desirable but often essential!

 

Whilst we wanted to take this opportunity to remind you of our exciting variety of winter holidays with outdoor activities (click here to view our full selection of winter adventures) we also thought it was a good time to provide advice regarding how to keep warm outside ENJOYING the weather and not hiding from it!

Layering, layering, layering.....

Layering clothing is by far the most efficient way to keep warm. General rules are; a base layer (eg. thermal long sleeved T-shirt, long-johns, specialist technical base layer); mid layer (fleece, wool jumper or synthetic fibre top); and outer layer (waterproof breathable jacket, down jacket, parka). Remember clothing should not be too tight as the aim is to trap warm air between the layers. Man-made fibres and wool are by far the best fabrics for cold climates; cotton is no good as a base layer as it tends to absorb too much moisture and takes time to dry out. Take advice from your local outdoor clothing retailer as they know what they're talking about!

These boots are made for walking....

Hat, gloves, scarf

If your extremeties are cold you tend to feel cold all over and, although it's actually untrue that 40 to 45 percent of body heat is lost from the head, wearing a hat to keep your head and ears warm is important when there's an icy wind. Good quality mittens/gloves and a scarf made from fleece or wool are essential too and it's always a good idea to take more than one pair allowing time for wet gloves to dry out before being re-worn. For those who suffer with 'ear chill' (Suzel is one of them!) a pair of 180s ear warmers are one of the best purchases you may ever make and can be worn comfortably with a hat.  

A hot toddy, tasty food and good company

There really is nothing like a hot drink of something strong, fruity and potent accompanied by fresh, tasty, local food, served around a roaring log fire either outdoors in the snow or inside a Sami teepee! Perhaps salmon, halibut or King Crab or reindeer served with steaming baked potatoes, salad and sour cream followed by wild berries with whipped cream. Vegetarians needn't worry, a delicious selection of alternatives to meat and fish can also be prepared bearing in mind the same principals of fresh, locally produced foods.

Please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have regarding our winter holiday selection. We can be reached by telephone on 01274 875199 or via email at info@taberhols.co.uk

Sincerely,