An easy guide to where and when you'll see the greatest displays of the northern lights

Planning to see the Northern Lights? Here are five ancient beliefs you should take into account... just to be safe

Have you seen the light? William Gray, author of 'The Northern Lights Travel Guide', picks five bright ideas for witnessing the aurora borealis

Want an unforgettable trip on the cheap? You don't get much more spectacular than the northern lights. Here's how to see them for less than £250 (yes, really!).

We ask the experts to tell us when you are most likely to see the northern lights and the things you can do to choose the best date

Finnish Lapland offers prime Northern Lights viewing. But it also offers unique accommodation to watch from so you don't have to brave the cold... too much

Prefer to enjoy the magic of the northern lights from the comfort of a hot tub? Look no further than these stylish Icelandic retreats.

Spotting the northern lights isn't all that easy. But head to the right places at the darkest time of year and you may just be in luck...

This winter the Northern Lights are set to be one of the best shows on Earth – don't miss out! Travel to Iceland with Icelandair to get a breathtaking front row seat

Less cloud cover, more intense geomagnetic activity and the breathtaking sight of autumn leaves in the Arctic – Ali Mclean reveals why chasing the Northern Lights in the Fall often yields the best results

Trek in snowshoes, rev up a snowmobile, husky-sled, or look up at the aurora borealis from the comfort of your bed. Here's how to get a unique and stylish view of the northern lights in Lapland...

Don’t just watch the Northern Lights. 'Experience' them. From snowshoeing in Lapland to sleeping in a Sami tent, you’ll encounter the lights in a way you will never forget. But spaces are limited...

Explore wintry landscapes by day and spy cosmic wonders by night. Take your pick from our list of ultimate northern lights escapes...

Blanketed in polar night during the winter months, northern Norway is renowned for its aurora. Thomas Rees picks six places where you can see it in style

Everything you need to know about the spectacle of nature that tops most travellers’ wishlists

It’s the best year in half a century to ogle the aurora, says Lyn Hughes. Don't miss our top three places to check them out

How do you capture the magic of the aurora borealis on camera? Amateur snapper Nick Boulos learned from the pros on a sub-zero photo safari in Finland

Seeing the Aurora Borealis is a lottery at the best of times. Thankfully there are plenty of other things to do whether the Lights come on or not

Peter Moore just got back from witnessing a spectacular aurora display in Abisko in Northern Sweden. Here are five things he wishes he'd known before he went.

Northern Lights. Amazing wildlife. Magical snow-dusted countryside. Welcome to Finland...

Find out how to snap fantastic photos of the aurora borealis with William Gray’s insightful guide. Just don't forget to take a step back from the lens to admire the natural phenomenon...

Legendary polar explorers, Sami culture and perhaps the world’s best place to see the northern lights – north Norway makes for the coolest winter break

This winter saw the peak of the solar maximum period – and there are few better places to see the dazzling northern lights than Norway’s pristine Arctic extremes

Arctic Sweden’s original Ice Hotel turned 20 in 2010: it's time to wrap up and check in, whilst admiring the awesome Northern Lights

The Arctic winter (Oct-Mar) means not only the best time to go northern lights-hunting, but also exploring wild seas, tundra and boreal forests, whale-watching, Arctic bushcraft and more...

Icelandic winters might be chilly but they’re far from lifeless – indeed, it’s the best season to spot feeding orcas and, with luck, the northern lights says William Gray

Perfect for snowy or cold destinations, an insulated jacket will keep you warm whether you’re winter walking, snowmobiling or watching the Northern Lights – we review the best available...

Captivating photos of Northern Lights, star wheels, sparkling galaxies, the 'man on the moon' and more, from the Insight Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2016 competition winners

Light pollution is stopping people around the world enjoying the Northern Lights and bright stars. Read about a unique Lights Out Stars On concert in Reyjavik

As the Northern Lights fade, discover another side to the Arctic: a sleekly-designed dream sleep on a lonely island retreat, where summer smoulders on and the sun never sets...

Dazzled by her umpteenth sighting of the northern lights, Wanderlust’s editor-at-large, Phoebe Smith, reflects on why natural spectacles are so mesmerising…

Tromsø, the self-styled ‘Capital of the Arctic’ is about more than the northern lights – expect humpback whales, epic mountains and lashings of Scandi cool...

From Northern Lights sightings to exploring the Pyramids, it's possible to find a trip to suit a £1,000 budget, including flights. In fact, you might be surprised to find just how far it can take you...

There’s more to Tromsø, Norway, than watching the northern lights. Visit during summer when the days are long and discover a city full of culture, terrific food and incredible nature, right on its doorstep

Don’t fancy facing the cold? In these new glass igloos in Finland, you can watch the northern lights from your bed. Just don’t fall asleep…

From majestic waterfalls to illuminating northern lights, Iceland beholds some of the world's most breathtaking scenery and natural wonders. Take a glimpse through the lens of Martin Schulz...

Drive the ice roads of Canada, take the North-west passage or travel by train under the Northern Lights of Norway. Take your lead from the great explorers and create a polar journey to remember...

Camp out in the South Pole, build your own igloo in Finland, or watch the northern lights from the comfort of your bed! These cool accommodation options will make your wintry holiday all the more magical

Deep in Finnish Lapland, Rovaniemi is a modern city, surrounded by nature. Watch the Northern Lights, tuck into rustic Lappish cuisine and meet a guy in a red suit who calls this part of the world home ...

From trekking in Nepal and safaris in Africa, to experiencing Japanese culture and chasing the northern lights in Sweden, these amazing family holidays are bound to give your kids a love of travel

Uluru is the Northern Territory’s most famous site, but there’s far more to discover here

Travel in Ethiopia has its challenges, but up in the northern highlands, an inspirational community project repays every step of the journey

With its Nile-side pyramids, hieroglyphics and ancient trading routes, Lyn Hughes finds northern Sudan a mesmerising history lesson but without Egypt's crowds

As Thessaloniki celebrates 100 years of independence, Andy Sotiropoulou nominates the five places in northern Greece you must visit

Hit the open road in Australia's Northern Territory for the best in road trips, quirky pubs and vast open landscapes

Want landscapes that are big on drama? Hiking trails through jaw-dropping terrain? Australia's Northern Territory has the answer...

Crickets, protests and tai-chi: Paul Morrison gets to grips with local life in Shanghai

Daunting in size and wild by nature, Australia’s Northern Territory is one of the world’s most adventurous destinations. Here’s how to make the most of it.

The people of Sri Lanka’s Jaffna District are a resilient lot. Post civil war, they’re opening up their idyllic beaches, tiny isles and urging you to visit

Warm fires and cosy pubs? Pah! Jeremy Head plunges into surging seas, hikes windswept mountains and wallows in weed in County Down's great outdoors

Civil war rendered Sri Lanka’s north-west off limits. Now the leopards and pioneering ecolodges of the original home of the Sinhalese ‘lion people’ are creating a buzz

The Outback was made for exploring. Whether you want a taste of adventure or a full-on adrenaline day, there’s something for everyone in the beautiful Northern Territory…

Aurora Australis – aka the Southern Lights – lights up the sky in red, orange, pink and green. Here’s when and where you can witness the magic for yourself...

Think the Northern Territory is too dry and dusty for wonderful wildlife? Think again. You'll find incredible animals galore in its surprisingly lush reserves and national parks

Lapped by the Irish Sea, shadowed by the Mourne Mountains and sprinkled with a little magic, Newcastle is the gem of County Down...

From wild elephants to stalking leopards, Congo-Brazzaville is a haven for wildlife. Nick Redmayne sets out in search of the western lowland gorilla, spotting parrots and libidinous buffalo along the way

Katherine is one of the key stop-offs on the long, long road journey down Australia’s Stuart Highway – and it gives plenty of good reasons not to rush through

From alpine meadows to sunny vineyards, northern Italy’s regions all offer a spectacular canvas for active experiences outdoors...

Put on your walking boots and discover Northern Ireland's most spectacular scenery along these awesome hiking trails

Get closer to nature without compromising on comfort with these extraordinary Outback experiences

Aboriginal culture is rich, deep-rooted, and utterly fascinating. Here’s how to immerse yourself in its magic

On the 30th anniversary of Bruce Chatwin’s inspiring travelogue, Songlines, we delve into Australia’s Aboriginal heartlands to explore its ancient trails

Considered Northern Ireland's wildest region, County Down is a windswept landscape of rugged coasts and mountains dotted with castle keeps, abbey ruins and stately homes...

Off-grid, low-key, and genuinely off-the-beaten track. If you’re drawn to the wild, uninhabited landscapes proffered in old adventure books you should be dust-tailing to South Africa’s Northern Cape...

Peru expert Paul Boardman reveals his favourite authentic experiences in Northern Peru, from stunning lodges and little-known museums, to the best place to see the rare Spatuletail hummingbird

MasterChef finalist Andy Oliver visited Chiang Mai and discovered a very different type of Thai red curry