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THE ICEHOTEL®
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WINTER 2007 & 2008
THE ICEHOTEL®
THE ICEHOTEL®
The Torne River runs past the tiny village of Jukkasjarvi in Swedish Lapland. It is a very beautiful and quiet spot for most of the year. However in early winter there is a buzz in the air the ICEHOTEL® is taking shape. The ICEHOTEL® is constructed each year from the thick ice of the Torne River. The reception desk, the ABSOLUT ICEBAR®, the beds, the tables and even the glasses are constructed from this pure ice. Only the best artists get the chance to work at the ICEHOTEL® helping to create some of the world's most unique bedrooms, sculptures and bars. The hotel is a combination of ice engineering and fine art. The internal temperature of between -5°C and -8°C is constant despite the conditions outside and is counteracted by your thermal clothing. If you choose to stay overnight then thick reindeer skins and an expedition grade sleeping bag certainly see off any fears about being chilly. There is also a very cosy sauna if you do get cold. You have three cold accommodation choices at the ICEHOTEL®. Whichever you choose you are provided with an expedition grade sleeping bag and will be awoken with a cup of hot berry juice before breakfast and a sauna. 1. ICE ROOMS You will sleep in a simple room on a bed made from ice and covered with reindeer skins. 2. DESIGN SUITE Your room is furnished with ice chairs and art work is etched into the walls. You sleep on a bed made from snow and ice, covered in reindeer skins. 3. ART SUITE These are unique rooms that contain art and sculptures designed especially for the ICEHOTEL®. You sleep surrounded by fine ice art. If you don't want to stay overnight at the hotel then a guided tour is a great experience without forgoing the comfort of your warm accommodation. You will hear about the history of the ICEHOTEL®, have plenty of time to explore, ask questions and purchase souvenirs of your visit. If you want to travel in style, then we can arrange for you to arrive in Jukkasjarvi by snowmobile. Whether you stay overnight or go for a guided visit you will be secure in the knowledge that you have seen a modern spectacle that only the privileged few will get to view. Remember, come the Spring thaw the whole structure will again be reduced to its original state....water! We can arrange trips and overnights to the ICEHOTEL® from all of our Swedish destinations. Due to the popularity of the ICEHOTEL® it is necessary to make your booking as early as possible to avoid any disappointment.
Pictures courtesy of: 1 - Big Ben Productions . © ICEHOTEL®
Winter 2007/08
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