14 DAY TRIAL // Some of the best locations on Earth to do that are Norway, Canada, Sweden, Finland, Iceland, and not forget, Alaska. Basically, it is to be “captured” by everyone living above 60 degrees north latitude. The Northern Lights - or Aurora Borealis, as it is also called – is likely to occur mostly from September to October and March to April. Still, its effects are much more intense if seen in the period stretching from December to March, when the nights last longer and the dark sky is propitious to this type of mesmerizing light, even if the temperatures go below 40 degrees minus.
If going to Norway, the readers of I'vebeenthere suggest Tromso and Svabard; the latter is actually located at over 70 degrees north latitude, in the land of the polar night. Another option would be going for one of the cruises that are being organized along the Norwegian coasts, where a seven-day trip can be estimated around £1000.
Visiting Lake Ontario, in Canada, might get you to see the Northern lights, too. Alaska is maybe the most fortunate destination for the nature lovers worldwide – people going to Fairbanks, at 65 degrees north, are promised to have 80% chances to see the marvelous phenomenon, even if they're staying for three days only. A top three best places to go in Alaska would definitely comprise Fairbanks, Denali (at 63 degrees north) and Anchorage, at only 61 degrees north. The lights can be seen in many other places, too, but they only provide the curious tourist with fewer accommodation, and limited access.
Finland can also satisfy the pickiest photo-hunter, as its offer is quite rich: the multicolored lights are noticeable in places like Hetan Majatalo, Oulu, everywhere in the northern part of the country, actually. Travelers state that the locals are able to see them as much as about 200 times a year.
In case you prefer a warmer environment, there are always some stunning films to be watched, while curling up under a cosy blanket.