The austere yet elegant city of Helsinki has been the capital of Finland since the early 19th century. Its waterfront setting, charming Art Nouveau architecture, cutting edge design, and easy-going attitude entices plenty of visitors each year. That being said, the area surrounding Helsinki has also got a lot to offer in the way of… Read More 10 Easy Day Trips from Helsinki as Recommended by a Finn
Of all the mainland Nordic capitals Helsinki is the definitely most underrated one. It has many quirky attractions and a distinct vibe making it a great city to explore in its own right. Having lived in Finland for a decade, we probably spent more than just one weekend in Helsinki. This guide includes our recommendations… Read More How to Spend a Weekend in Helsinki Like a Local
If you are planning a visit to Finnish Lapland, riding a dog sled is probably on your bucket list. Seeing the dogs in their element is almost magical and feeling the speed of the sled will give you a rush! Still, you may be wondering whether dog sledding is ethical. That’s why we have compiled… Read More Dog Sledding in Finland: Ethical Husky Safaris in Finland
Are you planning a trip and wondering where to stay in Helsinki? Look no further, because we have made a list of the best hotels to stay in Helsinki. We’ve visited Helsinki on countless occasions over the last decade and have gotten a firm grasp on the city at that time. We’ve stayed in a… Read More Where To Stay in Helsinki, Finland: Your Guide to the Best Hotels & Hostels
I have always said that the only time to visit Finland and truly enjoy it is the summer. Naturally, there is something magical about Finnish Lapland in the winter, but Finland is simply so much more than just that. In the summer, the Finnish landscape comes to life with lush green forests, colorful flower meadows,… Read More Visit Åland: Summer in the Finnish Archipelago
Do you love castles as much as us? That’s hard to imagine because we REALLY love castles 😉 But in all seriousness, we have explored dozens of castles in Europe. I have to say that very few strike me the way Finnish castles do. In Finland castles are much like Finnish people themselves: to the… Read More 5 Cool Castles in Finland You Must See
Finland is the most beautiful, but most underrated Nordic country and deserves a lot more love and attention than it currently gets. It is the land of a thousand lakes (or 188.000 actually), it is the land of the midnight sun, but it is also so much more. It is a country deeply in touch… Read More 8 Beautiful Places in Finland to Put on Your Bucket List
Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post, but all opinions are my own. Finland, Finland, Finland; the country where I want to be. Such sings Monty Python and never have I agreed more with this sentiment than now, half a year after leaving Finland. Never have I missed the pristine Finnish forests and the untouched wilderness… Read More Finnflavours – A Taste of Finland Right at Your Doorstep
Are you visiting Finland in the near future? Fantastic! We lived in Finland for several years and left it with a heavy heart. During the time we stayed in Finland we learned a lot about the Finnish culture, its do’s and don’ts. We’ve explored quite a bit of the country and we hope that our… Read More Visiting Finland – Know Before You Go
I really couldn’t say why it took us so long to write this post, but here it finally is. A post on Turku, Finland – our home town. Seeing as it was once and for a long time Finland’s capital, it sure is full of history. Granted, it has lost a bit of its splendour… Read More Visit Turku, Finland: A Local’s Guide