Where day and night follow different rules — from glowing Arctic fjords to the endless daylight of Antarctica.
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Experience Earth's Extreme Light Cycles: Where Sun Never Sets or Rises

  • Explore nine unique destinations near Earth's poles where daylight patterns defy the norm due to the planet's axial tilt.
  • Witness the 'midnight sun' in summer, where the sun remains visible for weeks, allowing for round-the-clock activities like hiking and kayaking.
  • Experience the 'polar night' in winter, characterized by months of darkness, often illuminated by moonlight, snow-glow, and spectacular aurora displays.
  • Destinations include Tromsø, Svalbard, Reykjavik, Utqiaġvik, Rovaniemi, Murmansk, Ilulissat, and the Antarctic Peninsula, each offering distinct experiences.
  • Plan trips around summer solstice for midnight sun (June in Arctic, December in Antarctic) or winter solstice for polar night (December in Arctic, June in Antarctic).

Why It Matters: Discover Earth's polar regions where extreme light cycles create surreal, unforgettable travel experiences.

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