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Chena Hot Springs Resort guests can request a wake-up call when the aurora is spotted in the sky.

Norway

Norwayhas no shortage of prime vantage points.

Best Places to See the Northern Lights: Svalbard, Norway

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First and foremost isSvalbard, a string of Arctic islands midway between continental Norway and the North Pole.

Join atwo-hour snowcat safarior brave the cold on athree-hour snowmobile tourwith a stop for warm drinks and snacks.

Visitors can choose from several tours during its dark season, from September through mid-April.

Best Places to See the Northern Lights: Fairbanks, Alaska

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Accommodations for enjoying thenorthern lightsabound throughout Finland, ranging fromseaside glass villasandlakeside domestocabinswith large windows and glass roofs.

Learn about the science and folklore surrounding the colors at theNorthern Lights Space and Science Centrein Watson Lake.

The hotel’sall-inclusive winter aurora and activity packageoffers nightly guided aurora viewing and photography opportunities.

Best Places to See the Northern Lights: Finland

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Before you go, sign up forAuroraWatch UK alertsabout viewing conditions so you never miss a sighting.

The area is classified as a Gold Level Dark Sky Park, the highest designation given byDarkSky International.

Check the park’s website for special events like astronomy programs and public viewing nights.

Best Places to See the Northern Lights: Greenland

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Guests can also plan an excursion to the nearbyAurora Sky Stationin Abisko.

Facing north, keep your eyes peeled for colorful streaks or cloud-like patches that fluctuate in brightness.

Check the local weather report clouds could ruin everything!

Best Places to See the Northern Lights: Yukon, Canada

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and theClear Sky Chartbefore you head out.

Explore northern lights excursions in Scotland.

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Best Places to See the Northern Lights: Churchill, Canada

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Best Places to See the Northern Lights: Cherry Springs State Park, Pennsylvania

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Best Places to See the Northern Lights: Iceland

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Best Places to See the Northern Lights: Sweden

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Northern Lights in Voyageurs National Park

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Milky Way over Headlands International Dark Sky Park, Michigan

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