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10 Things You Should Know about Santa Claus in Finland
In Finland, Santa Claus is inseparable from Christmas. Did you know that Santa Claus comes to visit families on Christmas Eve and that he personally brings all the gifts in Finland? He does not come from the chimney but instead knocks on the door! Thus, this...
21 Cold Weather Beauty Essentials & Tips from Finland
Many people might not realize that with freezing temperatures, we don’t just have to make sure that we have enough clothes. We must take extra good care of our skin, too. Especially us women because our skin is thin. Let me tell you the best winter beauty hacks and essentials from Finland!
7 Things to Do in Rovaniemi: From Lappish Cuisine to Ice Floating
Whenever I’m in Lapland, it is a no-brainer that I spend some time in Rovaniemi, meeting my friends and enjoying the urban side of Lapland. I love how Rovaniemi combines town life and arctic wilderness. In this post, I’ll introduce you to my favorites in town and Rovaniemi region!
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Easy Karelian Stew Recipe: Karjalanpaisti Is the Most Famous Finnish Meal
If you ask a Finn to tell you a traditional Finnish dinner dish, I bet they will say this: Karelian stew aka Karjalanpaisti, in Finnish. Originally from the Karelia region, this meal became a staple all around Finland as evacuees from the Karelia region moved around...
The Irresistible Finnish Cinnamon Rolls: Pulla Recipe
Take one bite and you’ll understand why cinnamon buns are a staple of the Finnish cuisine! The scrumptious and soft Finnish pulla is an everyday sweet treat here in Finland. It comes in many forms: twirls, rolls, braids, and butterfly-like shapes called korvapuusti....
25 Iconic Finnish Candies and Creative Ways to Use Them
Grandma’s house was the best thing I knew when I was little. As soon as the front door opened, I ran straight to my grandpa’s study. There, I would reach out my hand and carefully feel my way along the bookshelf to the yellow bowl on the lowest shelf. What a lucky day…
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What Really Happens at Finnish Homes at Christmas
Finnish Christmas season is notorious for too-high expectations among all family members, big and small. Our biggest celebration happens on 24 December. The two following days are a slumber party at home. By the evening of Boxing Day, everyone has had an overdose of...
Gifting a Finn? 5 Gift Ideas for Someone You Don’t Know
What are the best gifts to give for a Finn? The regular sweets, chocolate, flowers, and scented soaps are all great. There are no unacceptable items or colors that you need to avoid. As coffee is a huge thing in Finland, coffee-related gifts are always a safe choice....
13 Brilliant Podcasts about Finland and Other Ways to Learn Finnish Culture
Love podcasts? You’re not alone. To me it feels like everyone in Finland is listening to podcasts these days. I really like them too and here are the reasons why: #1 It’s an intimate way to learn about new things. #2 With podcasts, you don’t feel like you’re...
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10 Unique Ways to Say Merry Christmas in Finnish
How to say Merry Christmas in Finnish? I’ve got you covered, as here comes the Finnish language Holiday Special! From Christmas greetings between friends to business Finland and exotic New Year wishes, I’ll introduce you to the festive Finnish vocabulary. Psst… Follow...
Finnish for Kids – Simple & Fun Finnish Language Tips for Children
If you would like to teach your child some Finnish, I have good news: Finnish for kids can be fun and straightforward when you have the right tools available. But can you help a child learn if you don’t speak much or any Finnish yourself? Yes, you can! Here, I have...
50+ Addicting Finnish TV Series, Famous Finnish Movies & Books!
Looking for a fun way to discover the Finnish culture or to learn a little bit of Finnish? Well, it’s time to sit back and enjoy yourself. Here, I have gathered all of the best resources and entertainment to stimulate your Finnish journey.
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How To Make Helsinki Tallinn Ferry Trip: Practical Guide
Are you thinking whether or not you should take the Helsinki Tallinn ferry and visit Tallinn while in Helsinki? I totally recommend making the Tallinn day trip if you: Have more than few days to spend in Helsinki. Wish to see two capitals within one holiday. Helsinki...
Helsinki to Lapland Train: 7 Important Tips to Booking and Traveling
Traveling from Helsinki to Lapland by train is the most convenient way to get from Southern Finland to Lapland if you have even one of the following: loads of stuff kids pets a car a limited amount of time We Finns often drive to Lapland. So did my family too but then...
100 Ideas! What to Do in Helsinki + How to Explore It Like a Local
My mission with this Helsinki post is simple. After reading this guide, I hope Helsinki feels like a second home to you! Helsinki has always been a magical city to me. When I was a kid, she and I got to know each other through snow leopard cubs and mighty brown bears...
