LAPLAND naturally conjures up snow, reindeer and good old Santa himself.

But Lapland is also fast becoming a popular wedding haven. If you want a truly white wedding, Lapland is the place to choose and Transun can plan the big day right down to the last snowflake.

White weddings are always special, but amid Lapland's pristine snowscapes, snow-covered pine trees and frozen lakes, weddings do not come whiter. Imagine arriving at a beautiful ice chapel in a sleigh pulled by reindeer and then heading off into the romantic twilight.

Transun can tailor-make the special occasion to particular requirements. "All weddings are different," says Anna Swallow of Transun. "With so many extras to choose from you could even spend your wedding night in a glass igloo with far reaching views of the spectacular Northern Lights."

Lapland weddings have been popular this year and Transun has already taken bookings for 2005 and beyond. "You can choose to stay in a hotel, apartment or cosy log cabin, all with the added bonus of flying from your local airport," says Anna.

Alternatively, mums and dads, or even grandparents wanting to take the children to see Santa, can book an all-inclusive Magic Day Break with Transun through Reader Travel. Flights are direct from Leeds Bradford Airport.

Search for Father Christmas on a snowmobile, take a reindeer sleigh ride and husky dog sled ride, receive a souvenir Lapland passport and Arctic Circle Crossing Certificate.

All this is included in the package and more and at the moment Transun has limited free child places available on selected dates. The offer runs until August 15 and applies to parties of four passengers i.e. for every three full fare paying passengers, one will go free and is limited to one per booking.

Whether it is wedding bells or sleigh bells, please telephone Reader Travel 24-hour line on 01904 567124 to obtain your Lapland brochure. For more information telephone 01904 567123.

Updated: 09:47 Wednesday, July 28, 2004