As temperatures climb on what is set to be one of the hottest days of the year so far, award-winning Lapland specialist Canterbury Travel is inviting families to pause and picture something altogether different, the crisp crunch of fresh snow underfoot, frosted trees glistening in the Arctic light and the unmistakable magic of Christmas drawing closer.

With just 183 sleeps until the big day, now is the perfect time to start counting down to the festive season. The milestone comes as demand for Lapland holidays continues to grow, with more than half of Canterbury Travel's 2026 Lapland programme already booked and many departures nearing sell-out.

From festive short breaks to magical Christmas Day escapes, families can choose from a range of unforgettable experiences throughout December, including the opportunity to spend Christmas Day in the Arctic Circle with Santa Claus himself.

Each carefully curated holiday brings Christmas to life with husky and reindeer sleigh rides, snowmobile adventures, festive activities with Santa's elves, tobogganing and plenty of snow-filled fun. Every trip culminates in a private meeting with Santa in his cosy log cabin, creating memories families will treasure for years to come.

With departures from 15 airports across the UK and Ireland, including Gatwick, Birmingham, Stansted, Leeds Bradford, Manchester, Glasgow, Belfast and Dublin, experiencing the magic of Lapland has never been easier.

Nicola Blair, General Manager at Canterbury Travel, said:"It may be halfway to Christmas, but with just 183 sleeps to go, the excitement is already building. We're seeing that reflected in the strong demand for Lapland holidays, with more than half of our 2026 programme already booked and some departures now close to selling out.

"There is something truly magical about Christmas in Lapland. Whether it's the beauty of the Arctic landscape, the excitement of meeting Santa, or spending quality time together as a family, it's an experience that creates memories to last a lifetime."