Woohoo! There are 100+ Finland-related articles for you here in 4 different categories: Language, People, Food, and Travel & Places.
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...
Finnish Greetings: Hello in Finnish and 15 Other Great Greeting Words
When you visit Finland, you are bound to notice that there are a ton of different Finnish greetings! What do they all mean? And how do Finns use them? Allow me to tackle these questions for you head-on. These are the perfect go-to greetings because they are short and...
Best Time to See Northern Lights in Finland: Make-No-Mistakes Guide
*Please note that this post may contain affiliate links, meaning I may receive a commission if you use them. I only recommend things I use, love & trust. Do you know the saying "There's a time and place for everything"? This saying is so true when it comes to...
How to Spot an Angry Finn and Read Finnish Facial Expressions
The Finns are known for their cool-headed and quiet nature. Compared to many others, the Finnish culture is not a very expressive one, verbally or non-verbally. Of course, this is a generalization, Finnish culture is not homogenous. What happens when a Finn gets...
The Best Guide to Dating Finnish Women
Dating a Finnish woman has the potential to change your life! It may be the starting point of a happy adventure. I’m excited to tell you that a relationship with a Finnish lady is golden! That’s because Finnish women are loving, fun to be with and down-to-earth....
Foraging in Finland: 7 Delicious Wild Herbs to Try
Foraging means gathering wild food from nature, for free. Finnish forests are an endless source of superfood! Picking mushrooms and berries is a popular pastime in Finland but there are more delicious things hidden in the forest: wild herbs. The use of forest-grown...
How to Experience Midsummer Magic in Finland
You might have heard that celebrating Midsummer is a huge thing in the Nordic countries. That's definitely true for Finland where this summer highlight takes place during the second last weekend of June. As the name suggests, Midsummer is a public holiday that...
![Oulanka National Park + 20 Must-Do Things in Ruka-Kuusamo [EPIC GUIDE]](/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Featured-Image-Oualanka-Blog-480x270.jpg)
Oulanka National Park + 20 Must-Do Things in Ruka-Kuusamo [EPIC GUIDE]
*Commercial collaboration with Ruka-Kuusamo Tourist Association You know how most incredible places have a hit song written about them, and no matter how old you are, you’ve heard that particular song? Well, here in Finland, Kuusamo is that legendary place that...
Savory & Comforting Finnish Cabbage Casserole Recipe
Are you ready to cook a Finnish classic? I bet pretty much every Finn has eaten cabbage casserole at some point in their life. In Finnish, we call this dish kaalilaatikko. Cabbage is that type of veggie you either love or hate, but this recipe will definitely lure you...
30 Famous Finnish Sayings that Will Inspire You
The Finnish language is full of sayings and wisdom. I feel that Finnish proverbs are the backbone of the Finnish culture because they offer a way of saying your thoughts without being too pushy. Finns hate to be pushy! help you understand others help you do the right...
Epic Finland Summer Guide: 20 Practical & Cultural Tips
Summer in Finland is the most waited time of the year. It is like Christmas, but better, because it usually lasts more than one day. A popular Finnish saying states that you don’t need to check the weather to see if it’s summer in Finland, you just look at the...
May Day in Finland – Finnish Spring Carnival
There are a couple of ways you can experience a Finnish carnival. The biggest party happens when Finland wins the ice-hockey world championship. Fortunately, Finland won in 2019, but, unfortunately, the next time the world championships will be played is quite...
Why Visit Finland: 30+ Stories about Falling in Love with Finland
Finland is a country that has captured so many hearts with its enchanting nature, culture, and society. With Finland being ranked as “the happiest country” in the world, and the Finnish language gaining attention from language-learners, this country has really grown...
Magical Lapland Wedding: The Perfect Elopement and Photography Tips
*Please note that this post has affiliate links. If you buy through my links, at no additional cost to you, I may earn a small commission, which helps the upkeep of this blog. Are you wondering if Finnish Lapland could be the dream destination for your wedding,...
Finnish Sauna Etiquette – How to Do Sauna Like a Finn!
The Finnish sauna etiquette may feel like a mystery before your first visit to Finland. It's totally understandable if the whole Finnish sauna culture in general sounds intimidating. There might be several questions on your mind! Seriously, are you naked in a sauna,...
6 Funny Finnish Easter Traditions
Finnish Easter is a big holiday, but not necessary as religious as it originally was back in the day. With this occasion, Finns mix pagan traditions with family time and some religious aspects. Easter is certainly a long weekend which cuts the spring nicely in half....
The 9 Best Things in Finnish Homes
Here are nine things that you want to copy from Finnish homes. Once you get used to these features, you simply won't want to live without them! #1 Shower The water pressure is strong and steady. The temperature is easy to regulate. Hot water comes instantly, not after...
Get the Nordic Look: Modern Finnish Home Decor
In Finland, modern homes are more than just the aesthetic of all-white interiors with sleek furniture. A Finnish modern home often tells a story in the way it reflects nature and practicality. Today, I want to introduce you to my friend Suvi. Suvi is passionate about...
Modern Log Home Escape with Finnish Design Tips
*Please note that this post has affiliate links. At no additional cost to you, I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase and it helps the upkeep of this blog. When you typically think of a log home, you probably think of the traditional log cabin, you know...
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...
Hello there!
I’m Varpu. One blonde,
travel-loving,
Finnish engineer driving this site.
