Scandinavia does winter well – whether you prefer hunkering down in candle-lit cafes or husky sledging through wild landscapes, it’s a wonderful time to visit. We’d love to hear about your favourite winter breaks – whether it was a trip to see the northern lights in Norway, a cosy stay in a Swedish cabin, or a weekend exploring Copenhagen’s Christmas markets. Tell us where you went and why you loved it for a chance to win a £200 voucher with Coolstays.

If you have a relevant photo, do send it in – but it’s your words that will be judged for the competition.

Keep your tip to about 100 words

The best tip of the week, chosen by Tom Hall of Lonely Planet, will win a £200 voucher to stay at a Coolstays property – the company has more than 3,000 worldwide. The best tips will appear in the Guardian Travel section and website.

We’re sorry, but for legal reasons, you must be a UK resident to enter this competition.

The competition closes on 11 November at 9am GMT

Have a look at our past winners and other tips

Read the terms and conditions here