Finland Tips – Her Finland

Helsinki to Lapland Train: 7 Important Tips to Booking and Traveling

Mar 25, 2019 | Finland Tips

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...

Finland with Kids: 33 Things to Help You Plan a Finland Family Trip!

Feb 26, 2019 | Finland Tips

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 just...

How to Use and Book Trains and Buses in Finland?

Dec 13, 2018 | Finland Tips

Buses and trains offer an easy way to reach many places all around Finland. Train traveling is a fast and ecological way to travel between the bigger cities in Finland. But what is even more impressive, is our vast bus network. You can literally travel by bus on dirt...

The Ultimate Guide to Helsinki Airport

Dec 11, 2018 | Finland Tips

This Helsinki Airport Guide is a huge post and I hope it helps you with your travel planning to Finland! It is stressful to be at a strange airport with kids, big luggage or a tight connecting flight schedule. It would be nice to know a few things in advance, right?...

Cold Weather Beauty Hacks & Essentials from Finland

Nov 29, 2018 | Finland Tips, Shop

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!

Lapland Packing List: What to Pack for Winter Finland?

Oct 10, 2018 | Finland Tips

Are you feeling excited but a tiny bit worried about how to be prepared for the Finnish winter? Getting ready for another climate is difficult. I bet the most headache is due to the winter’s extreme cold, right? This post aims to give you a massive sigh of relief!

Tipping in Finland: 3 Must-know Facts about Finnish Tipping for Travelers

Sep 9, 2018 | Finland Tips

"How to do tipping in Finland?" is a question many travelers have. As a Finn, I'm happy to help you out with this one. I have fantastic news which might surprise you! The basic tipping rule in Finland is that you never have to tip. For the curious, let's dive a...

Lapland Holidays: A Local’s Guide to Help Plan Your Dream Trip!

Sep 6, 2018 | Finland Tips

This guide helps you plan a visit to Lapland no matter what’s your travel style. Looking for tips for a self-planned Lapland break? No problem, I’ll help you be your own travel guide. Wondering should you buy a package deal to Lapland? I’ll explain how much there’s to plan and budget so you can decide what’s the best travel solution for you!

Finland Bucket List: 35 Authentic Ideas by a Local

Jul 9, 2018 | Finland Tips

I’m a list person. An excel person. A roadmap person. And within the last few years, I have also become a ‘Say a goal out loud, work hard and watch it happen’ person. When I was 15, I made a dream board. I cut out magazine pictures and texts which resonated with me. I...

Finland’s Summer Nights and How to Sleep in the Bright

May 7, 2018 | Finland Tips

Finland's summer nights are very bright. That is due to a phenomenon called Midnight Sun or Polar Day. The sun doesn't set at all in Lapland during summer months. The northern you go, the longer and brighter the nights are. In southern Finland, the sun sets but only...