The Floating Ski Chalet - Firebird Yacht

With branded Heirlooms beds, bespoke designer tableware, Redington crystal and table linens, not to mention signature orange cashmere slippers and blankets, you would expect to see a yacht like this in the Caribbean not the Arctic Circle.

Firebird has four en-suite cabins - 1 master suite, 2 VIP double cabins and 1 single cabin - accommodating a total of seven guests. In addition she can carry up to four crew members, including a ski guide, ensuring you are well looked after during your stay.

Seascape windows frame spectacular views of the outside world, whilst a state-of-the-art cabin management system controls heating, ventilation, lights and the A/V system, which offers a large selection of movies and music.

Apart from a few local ski centres close to the city, the Lyngen Alps are devoid of ski lifts and heli-skiing is banned. Thus if you want to descend the mountains you have to climb them first. To ensure safety, Firebird comes with an approved IFMGA mountain guide for ski guiding. All of the kit required can be hired locally ensuring fuss-free travel.

Having a boat as a base gives skiers the opportunity to cover miles in the day if the sea is calm. For example, you could be dropped on the east coast of the island of Vannoya, climb to a 1,000 metre peak before making the long run down to the west coast where the Firebird is waiting to meet you.

Aside from ski touring, there are a number of other life-experiences awaiting you. If you’re lucky you may get to experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the Northern Lights. Whale watching is another popular activity.

The crew can also arrange anything from dog sledding and snowmobile tours to horse riding in the snow. Cultural activities include Tromso’s Polar Museum and a visit to the northernmost distillery in the world - Aurora Spirit - is a must.