For many Singaporeans, catching a glimpse of the mystical and elusive Northern Lights, also known as the Aurora Borealis, is an item on the bucket-list. While it's only possible to see these lights in the northern hemisphere, Singaporeans can enjoy the phenomenon by taking a vacation up north. Aurora season is currently taking place–ranging from late August to early April–so now is the perfect time for a trip. We've looked into 3 popular cities for viewing the Northern Lights, finding approximate costs for travelling to each and offering ways to save.

As Norway’s main hub north of the Arctic Circle, Tromsø serves as an excellent base for catching the Northern Lights. Nonetheless, you'll likely need to book a tour to find the absolute best viewing spots which are better known to locals. Such tours range considerably in