TOP 5 Dreamiest Glass Igloos in Finland + Tips for Booking
*In commercial collaboration with the award-winning glass igloo destination - Arctic Land Adventure. 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...
Helsinki in Winter: 50 Wonderfully Special Things to Do
You’re traveling to Helsinki in winter? Fantastic! I’ve compiled here my local’s tips about visiting Helsinki during the winter months. Helsinki is packed with wonderful, dare I say, heavenly, things to do in the winter! I’m here to show you some of the coolest things around the town.
10 Charming Things to Do in Jyväskylä
Jyväskylä is a major city in the Lakeland area, 3 hours north of Helsinki. If you are exploring southern and middle Finland, visiting Jyväskylä will be a highlight of your trip! It’s a city that all Finns love. In this post, I’ll tell you little inside things and show 10 charming Jyväskylä things to do, self-guided.
Driving in Finland Even If You’re Unsure & Don’t Know Finnish Winter
Driving in Finland as a tourist is super easy and enjoyable! This guide explains the most common driving rules in Finland, gives you local’s tips to driving in Finland and tells why Finland…
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...
Best Time to See Northern Lights in Finland: Make-No-Mistakes Guide
Do you know the saying “There’s a time and place for everything”? This saying is so true when it comes to seeing Northern Lights in Finland!
Finns love to catch the Northern Lights too. As locals, we know a thing or two about them. I want to share that knowledge…
Finland with Kids: 33 Things that Help You Plan a Finland Family Trip!
There are a couple of things in which we Finns are exceptionally talented. For example, not minding the weather, making cinnamon buns and enjoying stress-free family holidays. The traditional Finnish vacation includes packing all family members into the car and...
Pyhä Luosto National Park: Multi-Day Hike Tips + Detailed Packing List
Hiking in Pyhä Luosto national park was one of my life’s best holidays. I want to share our itinerary and packing list, hoping that it helps the preparations of other fellow hikers. This packing list is great for multi-day hikes anywhere in summer and autumn Finland!
Alvar Aalto Getaway in Jyväskylä: Two-Day Design Itinerary
How does a design and nature-filled Alvar Aalto tour in Jyväskylä sound? Think sunny Päijänne lake islets, red brick houses, marble, Finnish filter coffee, tall pines, strawberry meringue cake, sheltered patios, and forest window views.
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...
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