A new wave of positive-impact experiences in northern Finland is finally allowing the Sámi to benefit from the tourism boom.

Lapland has been home to the Sami people since just after the Ice Age. This indigenous group are traditionally nomadic reindeer herders and have become well known for their beautiful crafts and ...

Lapland is the most northern part of Finland, and with 100 366 m2 covers almost one-third of the total area of Finland. It is sparsely populated, but still a home to 178 500 people. Due to tourism and ...

“Even the Sami kindergarten has had issues with tourists because they think it’s a souvenir shop and they can come and take pictures. “I think Lapland shouldn’t be marketed for mass touris ...

Served on plates of ice, the 12-course menu is inspired by the eight seasons of Lapland's indigenous Sami tribe. Video by Parapix Executive Producer: Camelia Sadeghzadeh Iceland is one of the ...

(Luobbal-Sámmol-Aimo Áile by her Sámi name) is a Sámi museum professional and a Doctoral Candidate at the University of Lapland. In her Ph.D. Aikio studies Sámi museums and scrutinizes how to ...

and various “Sami” experiences. This isolated spot on the Artic Circle, close to the town of Rovaniemi, became one of Lapland’s most popular tourist destinations, with over 500,000 visitors ...