More than 80 children from across the province, who are battling life-threatening and life-limiting conditions, enjoyed the trip of a lifetime to Finland.
The children, accompanied by a parent or carer, travelled to Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus on the Arctic Circle. There, they enjoyed an enchanting day filled with reindeer and husky rides, mini skidoo adventures, magic sleigh rides, snowmobile safaris, and a magical meeting with Santa Claus himself.
Departing from Belfast International Airport on December 16 2024, the trip was made possible by the generous contributions of TUI, Belfast International Airport, Swissport, Santa Park, Wild Nordic in Rovaniemi and an exceptional team of healthcare professionals and volunteers.
It marked the charity’s 16th year of creating magical moments for children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions.
Check out these brilliant photos of children and their families enjoying the special trip.
1. Lapland memories
William and Sarah-May Hall with sons Robert (8) and Oscar (4) from Lisburn. Photo: Press Eye
2. Lapland memories
David and Laura Hutchinson with their daughters Olivia and Molly from Coleraine. Photo: Press Eye
3. Lapland memories
Deborah Robinson and daughter Ella (11) from Portadown with Gerry Kelly, President and Colin Barkley, Chairman, NI Children to Lapland and Days to Remember Trust. Photo: Press Eye
4. Lapland memories
Julie Gallagher and daughter Charley McAteer (4) from Loughmacrory, Omagh. Photo: Press Eye