{"id":1041,"date":"2021-03-05T05:52:02","date_gmt":"2021-03-05T05:52:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/my-favourite-central-europe-destinations-copy\/"},"modified":"2021-03-11T06:56:27","modified_gmt":"2021-03-11T06:56:27","slug":"my-hottest-tips-for-travelling-the-chilly-arctic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/my-hottest-tips-for-travelling-the-chilly-arctic\/","title":{"rendered":"My Hottest Tips for Travelling the Chilly Arctic"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"1041\" class=\"elementor elementor-1041\" data-elementor-settings=\"[]\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-section-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-51093c1 elementor-section-height-min-height elementor-section-content-middle elementor-section-stretched elementor-section-boxed 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class=\"elementor-column-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-165516e1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"165516e1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-text-editor elementor-clearfix\"><div><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usually I\u2019m more of a beachy kind of person; sun, sand and beautiful blue water is my second home and where I can truly relax listening to the calming ocean\/sea noise. But I will always, ALWAYS make an exception for a trip to the Arctic Circle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re considering your own adventure to the icy-cold vastness up north, there\u2019s quite a bit of preparation to do to ensure you have the best possible time when there. While I\u2019ve only visited twice (though I\u2019m planning on another visit in the very near future!), I\u2019ve discovered a few important things to check off before and during your travels.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1153\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Pack-correctly\u2026-then-add-a-bit-more.jpg\" alt=\"Pack correctly\u2026 then add a bit more\" width=\"1440\" height=\"1920\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Pack-correctly\u2026-then-add-a-bit-more.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Pack-correctly\u2026-then-add-a-bit-more-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Pack-correctly\u2026-then-add-a-bit-more-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Pack-correctly\u2026-then-add-a-bit-more-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Pack-correctly\u2026-then-add-a-bit-more-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Pack-correctly\u2026-then-add-a-bit-more-150x200.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h2><b><i>Pack correctly\u2026 then add a bit more<\/i><\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you\u2019re that far north, the weather can drastically change even day to day, so packing plenty of clothing is integral to staying nice and warm (and dry) when you\u2019re there. One key ingredient in staying comfortable is layering your gear &#8211; and here\u2019s how.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outer layer: Waterproof is an absolute must to keep all moisture away from the middle and inner layers of your outfit. You also need something that\u2019s breathable to help stay nice and ventilated when you\u2019re hiking around.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mid layer: You can actually wear a few mid layers at once on the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">really<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> cold days; simply take off if you start to get a little too toasty! Choose materials including down, synthetics or wool to stay insulated and keep the warmth in.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inner layer: Keep the moisture away from your skin and avoid cotton which can take a long time to dry, drawing heat from your body. Go for wool, silk or synthetic material instead.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Footwear: Your old pair of all-stars won\u2019t quite cut it in the Arctic. Opt for winter boots that are both waterproof and breathable, with ample grip on the bottom. And make sure they\u2019re well worn in before you go or your feet will hate you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1154\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Make-sure-youre-going-at-the-right-time.jpg\" alt=\"Make sure you\u2019re going at the right time\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Make-sure-youre-going-at-the-right-time.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Make-sure-youre-going-at-the-right-time-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Make-sure-youre-going-at-the-right-time-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Make-sure-youre-going-at-the-right-time-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Make-sure-youre-going-at-the-right-time-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Make-sure-youre-going-at-the-right-time-1568x1045.jpg 1568w, https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Make-sure-youre-going-at-the-right-time-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/p><h2><b><i>Make sure you\u2019re going at the right time<\/i><\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From July to August, you\u2019ll pretty much have constant sunlight no matter what time of the day it is. Conversely, the end of October to the end of January is essentially dark the entire time.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re chasing <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/laurabegleybloom\/2020\/12\/30\/best-places-to-see-the-northern-lights-in-2020\/?sh=5230c26577d7\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aurora Borealis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (you should be!) you\u2019ll need to book your trip either during the early spring or autumn.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1155\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Be-open-to-new-things.jpg\" alt=\"Be open to new things\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1002\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Be-open-to-new-things.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Be-open-to-new-things-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Be-open-to-new-things-1024x534.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Be-open-to-new-things-768x401.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Be-open-to-new-things-1536x802.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Be-open-to-new-things-1568x818.jpg 1568w, https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Be-open-to-new-things-150x78.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h2><b><i>Be open to new things<\/i><\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter where you are, you\u2019re always going to have the best experience when you\u2019re open to trying new things &#8211; and this holds especially true for the Arctic Circle, especially regarding food. Due to the cold, it can be quite difficult to obtain vegetables and edible plants and, as such, locals get the majority of their nutrients via meat. But not the types of meat you\u2019re used to.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get ready to try dishes <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0made with Arctic reindeer (caribou), seal, whale and more\u2026 sometimes boiled, too. Some might sound a bit unappealing, but you might surprise yourself! I personally thought caribou was delicious (though didn\u2019t much enjoy whale).<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-1156\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Get-travel-insurance.jpg\" alt=\"Get travel insurance\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Get-travel-insurance.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Get-travel-insurance-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Get-travel-insurance-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Get-travel-insurance-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Get-travel-insurance-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Get-travel-insurance-1568x1045.jpg 1568w, https:\/\/www.cedricokiorina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Get-travel-insurance-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h2><b><i>Get travel insurance<\/i><\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m a huge advocate for getting travel insurance even if you\u2019re going for a weekend-long trip within your own country, so it\u2019s safe to say I HIGHLY recommend getting it when you head to the Arctic. You\u2019ll find yourself in a few very remote spots which means if something were to go wrong, without good cover you\u2019re up the proverbial creek without a paddle in terms of how much it\u2019ll cost you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get good travel insurance coverage for total peace of mind throughout your Arctic Circle adventure.<\/span><\/p><\/div><p><!-- \/wp:image --><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-438cdbd elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"438cdbd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Best (and most interesting) Dishes in Central Europe Usually I\u2019m more of a beachy kind of person; sun, sand and beautiful blue water is my second home and where I can truly relax listening to the calming ocean\/sea noise. 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