Arrive in Chicago and settle into your accommodation. There are tonnes of places to say in this bustling city; check out some of our top stays below.

In a big city like this, its always great to get a little feel of your local area around where you are staying to see the nearest coffee shops, grocery/ convenience stores, food places, and transport links.

Assuming you spend the first day travelling/ settling in, head out for dinner on your first night (check out our list of restaurants below, also pinned to the map above).

On Day 2, get out early and hit one of the coffee spots from our list.

Today is for seeing the key sights of Chicago. First stop, head to Millennium Park to see the famous 'giant bean'.

Options for Day 3:

🥾 Hike up to Prestvannet Lake - For added adventure, rent cross-country skis or snow shoes from a shop downtown before heading up to the lake, and venture across the frozen lake (winter months only).

🐺🛷 Husky Sledding - Small group or private tours ensure the experience is more intimate and prioritises animal wellbeing over profits.

⛷️ Nordic Skiing

🐋 Whale Watching

If you're flying home today (Friday - Sunday trips), then you won't have time for another aurora chasing tour.

If you can stay another night then consider a different type of Northern Lights experience this evening:

🌌 Northern Lights Photography tour

🧺 Take a picnic and hot drinks to Prestvannet Lake or Telegrafbukta and scout for the aurora yourself.

Remember to monitor the weather and aurora intensity at Polar Forecast - the higher the KP index the stronger the aurora.

Always take your litter away with you and leave the outdoors as you found it.

Depending on your flight time on your final day, you may have a chance to catch any activities you may have missed or simply enjoy some food & drinks in downtown Tromsø.