At Magnetic North Travel, we’re passionate about creating extraordinary adventures in the Nordic countries, the Baltic region, and Canada.
Our journey began in 2010, inspired by our founder’s lifelong love for the Magnetic North. Since then, we’ve been sharing that passion with travellers, crafting unforgettable experiences.
We personally test many of the trips we offer, ensuring first-hand insights and expert recommendations. Our dedication and expertise ensure that your journey will be seamless, inspiring, and filled with authentic moments.
Your dream trip starts with a conversation. Tell us your vision, and we’ll craft a personalised itinerary that captures the essence of your travel aspirations. As your trusted partners in exploration, we’re here to guide and support you every step of the way.
For those driven by pure adventure, count on us to match you with the perfect itinerary—ready for you to go and explore.
Founder & Managing Director
Laura’s love for Nordic adventure began as a teenager, captivated by the Lillehammer Winter Olympics on TV. That passion turned into a career in 2010 when she founded Magnetic North Travel. Whether exploring the mountains or unwinding by a fireplace in a cosy cabin, she’s always at home in the North and loves to share her passion with our clients.
Favourite Travel Memory: Seeing the fjords come into view for the first time surrounded by snow covered mountains and frozen waterfalls
Product Manager
With a passion for the North and a track record of glowing client feedback, Alex has spent his 24 year travel career in customer-facing roles. Now a critical part of the product team, his love for Denmark, Iceland, and Sweden runs deep. Beyond travel, he is the founder of Nordic Watchlist, a popular website dedicated to Nordic cinema, TV, and literature.
Favourite Travel Memory: So many to mention but South Greenland sticks with me a lot; exploring viking ruins and slaloming through icebergs on a water taxi, feeling like you are the last person on earth.
Product Manager
With 25 years in the travel industry, there’s not much Russell doesn’t know about Scandinavia and the Nordic countries. Renowned for his calm demeanour, he’s a favourite among both people and animals (especially husky dogs) as he explores our destinations in search of the best experiences for our clients.
Favourite Travel Memory: There's nothing quite like mushing your own team of huskies through the Arctic landscape.
Travel Specialist
Born and raised in northern Norway, Annie has a special connection to the breathtaking Lofoten Islands—so much so that clients often send photos of her home town during their travels. A true outdoor enthusiast, she feels most at home paddling through the fjords or hiking in the mountains.
Favourite Travel Memory:After more than a week of hoping and waiting aboard our Expedition Cruise in Svalbard, we finally spotted a majestic polar bear on the second-to-last day, making its way from the shore into the sea!
From the moment she first set foot in Finland in 2024, Yasmin was captivated—and she’s been returning ever since. Her passion for snow-covered landscapes, husky sledding, and breathtaking scenery shines through in the incredible itineraries she creates. When she’s not crafting unforgettable journeys, she’s capturing Finland’s beauty from above with stunning drone footage.
Favourite Travel Memory: My first time dog sledding in Finnish Lapland - mushing a sledge of excited huskies through beautiful snowy landscapes is a memory I will never forget.
Travel Specialist
Since joining the team in 2023, Sophie has fully embraced the wild north, exploring Iceland, Sweden, and Norway with boundless curiosity. Her passion for great flavours ensures that clients always have the best Nordic cuisine recommendations to complement their adventures.
Favourite Travel Memory: Watching the sunrise over Thingvellir National Park in Iceland!
Marketing Manager
Elodie joined the travel industry in 2016 and hasn't looked back. Starting in high street travel agents, she has been all over the world from camping in Kenya to sailing the Mekong. However she is very pleased to now find herself in the Magnetic North. She is our resident cruise expert having spent many a holiday sailing around the Norwegian Fjords and Scandinavia.
Favourite Travel Memory: My first family skiing holiday aged 6. The best age to learn, when you have no fear!
Operations Manager
Since 2006, Mike has been crafting unforgettable journeys to Scandinavia and the Nordic countries, with a brief interlude in the education sector. His keen eye for detail and deep passion for these destinations ensure that every client experience is seamless—from the first inquiry to the journey home.
Favourite Travel Memory: Snowmobiling through the Luleå Archipelago to a wilderness camp to enjoy salmon cooked over an open fire - delicious!
We're always looking for passionate adventurers who share our love for the Magnetic North. If you think you'd be a great fit for our team, we'd love to hear from you. Write to careers@magneticnorthtravel.com
Our passion and deep knowledge of the Nordic countries, Canada, and the Baltic Region shape every trip we design. Our unique itineraries take you beyond the ordinary.
With our local connections and precise planning, we’ll craft a seamless experience, enhanced by your personalised travel app.
We’re with you every step of the way. From providing global financial protection to offering 24/7 assistance, we ensure your journey with us is stress-free and fully supported.