Sustainable Futures

7th—9th February

The Artic Circle

Rovaniemi Finland

“The Home of Santa Claus”

With Thanks to our Sponsors

Join us for the Second TEA

Academy Day to be held at

the Ar�c Circle. Our Topic

for this event will be

“Sustainable Futures”

Our interna�onal speakers will

offer a range of topics, from sus-

tainable materials to be able to

offer long term sustainable design

What's included: (Yes, you will meet a Polar Bear)

All program items as listed in this flyer, due to weather and travel condi-

�ons the program is subject to change. Warm clothing suitable for the ac-

�vi�es meals as listed. Cash bars will be available. For Partner �ckets only

the evening events are included in the price. We have blocked booked

rooms at the Ar�c light hotel and the wonderful Ar�c TreeHouse Hotel, de-

tails on how to book are a3er the program. Transport is only provided be-

tween these hotels and events.

Arrive in Rovaniemi, during

the day of the 7th there are

two main flights in a day.

We will start with a wel-

come to the Ar�c Circle

and then a networking din-

ner at Rakas Ravintola

Our conference program will

start on the morning of the 8th

in the Santa Park. With a mixer

of interna�onal speakers

In the a3ernoon we will visit

Ranua Zoo for a private tour

and meet a polar bear face to

face

The nights entertainment will

include a trip to Kemi to see

the largest snow hotel in the

world and a chance to drive a

Tesla on ice

A3er all of that what more

could you want .. But we can

also arrange husky Safaris,

Reindeer Rides, Snowmobile

adventures and more.

Our conference price is for the

conference and associated i�ner-

ary only. Once you have regis-

tered you will be sent details of

the hotels available and how to

organise any extra ac�vi�es. Reg-

istra�on will be limited ini�ally to

Members only.

Members Price for

this conference $200

The 9th will kick off with a

tour of the Lappset Factory

and �me for some op�onal

safaris, belfore e visit a rein-

deer farm with a short ride.

The it is off to snow shoe un-

der the Northern sky and

hopefully see the Northern

lights. We will round the event

off with a tradi�onal sauna

and ice swimming and of

course a farewell dinner

Outline Program

7th February

Welcome to Rovaniemi! We are happy to welcome you as you arrive to the local airport and

to make sure you and your luggage are safely and comfortably set on the transfer vehicle!

After only a short ride you are finally home away from home – in Arctic TreeHouse Hotel or

other hotel of your choice!

16:40 ̆Arrival to your accommodation, check in in and time to freshen up

18:30 ̆Transfer from your hotel to Arctic TreeHouse Hotel (those of you staying in

Arctic TreeHouse Hotel will not be needing a transfer as the welcome dinner is just a

miniscule walk away – on the territory of your hotel – in Rakas Restaurant)

19:00 ̆Welcome dinner in Rakas Restaurants

We are delighted to host you in our brand new restaurant Rakas (directly from Fin. –

“darling”) - fine Scandinavian bistro. Here we shall treat you to a 4-course meal containing

dishes carefully selected by our chef especially for this occasion! Relax in the atmosphere-

rich surroundings, enjoy the nature views from the large panoramic windows and sample

our northern delicacies.

8th Feburary

0909:15 ̆Transfer from you hotel to SantaPark (

09:30 ̆ SantaPark Conference

Enjoy the day with interesting guests speakers on the Topic of Working with Sustainability

13:00 ̆Lunch at SantaPark

15:00 ̆Transfer from SantaPark to Ranua Wild Life Park

Outline Program

15:00 ̆Transfer from SantaPark to Ranua Wild Life Park

16:00 ̆Arrival to Ranua Wild Life Park

Welcome to Ranua Wild Life Park – Europe’s Nothern-most zoo, where you can encounter

50 Arctic and northern animal species, in all and all - 200 individuals. Here animals live in

spacious fencings in the midst of northern wide forests, in their as authentic natural

environment as possible. Tonight we have something very special prepared for you – a

Wild Night Safari! We will arrive to the park already after its closing for the general public

and after all have been dressed into cozy and warm thermal overalls our guides will lead us

through the fencings in complete darkness with only headlighs and massive guide’s

flashlight showing and leading the way. During the safari your guide will point out the

animals for you with her flashlight and tell you about the natural habitat and

characteristics of the different species.

However the most important is yet to come! Here, in Ranua, you can see the only polar

bears living in Finland! And tonight you are welcome for a tet-a-tet meeting with them in

their feeding cage. Whilst being completely safe and sound you are enabled to stand only

centimeters away from the world’s largest predator! Some adrenaline – guaranteed!

17:30 ̆Dinner in Ranuas Traditional Polar Bear Restaurant

18:30 ̆Depart Ranua Zoo for Kemi

20:00 ̆Arrival to Kemi Snow Castle

You are welcomed to the largest Snow Castle in the world. It is an impressive build using

snow and ice from the sea water and it consist of Snow restaurant, Snow chappel and hotel.

SnowHotel is the World Luxury Hotel Global Award Winner − Bespoken Luxury Hotel 2016.

After the visit to Snow Castle, get ready for taste of speed with Ice Driving rally with the

professional driver in Tesla.

23:15 Arrival back to Rovaniemi

Outline Program

9th February

09:30 ̆This time has been reserved for your Lappset tour, additionally arranged meetings

as well as leisure safaris. We will be happy to offer you wide range of safaris and activities

to choose from closer to your arrival dates.

15:30 ̆Transfer from Arctic TreeHouse Hotel or your hotel to the authentic Reindeer

Farm

16:00 − Arrival to the Reindeer Farm and an Private visit with a reindeer test drive

Welcome to the authentic Reindeer Farm! Here you will be hosted by the head of the family

– a third generation reindeer herder, who will show you around and introduce you to his

household. Ask as many questions as you wish as this is an unprecedented opportunity to

learn about one of the most traditional Lappish livelihoods as well as about the most

beloved Northern animal. As your tour is over you will have a chance to test drive the

reindeer and take them for a quick spin on a specially designed track. After you have

completed the task you will be granted a Reindeer Driving License for life.

17:00 ̆Snowshoeing adventure on the lake Sieri

You can test this very northern way of movement through the snow and find your way

along the shore of lake Sieri towards the mids of forest.

17:30 – Arrival to Arctic Forest Spa Arrival to Arctic Forest Spa Arrival to Arctic Forest Spa Arrival to Arctic Forest Spa and Private Lappish dinner in Kota Teepee

The twinkle of a starry sky and the light of a real fire lead you to the mids of forest, where a

three course meal is served from wooden cutlery. Warm and authentic atmosphere, tasty,

fresh Lappish food made of real arctic ingredients and refreshing drinks guarantee a full

stomach and a cozy feeling.

After the dinner it is time to relax and let yourself loose in the Arctic Forest Spa where you

can enjoy traditional Finnish sauna and lounge in the jacuzzi under the starry sky. If you

lucky you can spot the Aurora Borealis dancing in the sky. The bravest of you can take a dip

into the icy water of the lake and feel refreshed by the chill water.

21:30 ̆Transfer back to Rovaniemi

22:00 ̆Arrival back to Rovaniemi

This is the formal part finished, please stay on and visit longer