Helsinki is a city break with a difference – and one you know that not everyone has been on! It’s quirky, original, and completely immersive. Book a weekend trip here, and you’ll end up wishing it was a week; book a week, and you’ll wish it was two! You will have to be living under …
Finland
Regular readers will know about our love for Finland. Helsinki is beautiful, quirky and a manageable size. Basically, it’s our dream capital. Whether we’re getting to know the locals in one of the cozy bars or admiring the architecture along the boulevards, there are few places we’d rather visit. But absence makes the heart grow …
Finland is the happiest country in the world, at least according to the World Happiness Report. But you don’t need anyone to tell you that when you’re wrapped up in warm layers, sitting by a campfire – or sleeping in a glass igloo – gazing upward, spellbound by the sky ablaze in ethereal light. The …
Finland has a lot to offer for both national and international filmmakers. The country has modern cityscapes, as well as a strong sense of history. Finland is also well known for its stunning wild scenery. So it will come as no surprise that there are so many wonderful movies set in Finland. What comes to …
When we think about wild and unspoiled countryside, Finland must be one of the first places to spring to mind. The name conjures up images of dense, green forests, stunning snowscapes, and, of course, the breathtaking Northern Lights. Luckily for any prospective wild campers, these images are pretty much exactly right! Finland really does have …
OK, beach lovers look away now, but we think Finland is one of the best holiday destinations of the moment. The stunning landscapes, the friendly people, and the fresh, clean air make it a spectacular place to visit. Now there’s an added attraction as well: the chic Lapland Hotels range. From the edge of the …
You will have to be living under a rock to not know that Helsinki is having a serious moment – and for good reason. It’s gloriously eclectic, easily navigable and both super-cool and welcoming at the same time. Scattered along the Baltic coast, its streets interwoven with the many inlets of the intricate shoreline, Helsinki …
Turku, the oldest city in Finland, is a stimulating fusion of historic buildings, contemporary design, delectable dining, and buzzing nightlife. Add to the mix the dreamy River Aura – the heart and soul of Turku – and plenty of relaxed cafes, and you can quickly see the appeal of an urban escape to this eclectic …
Situated right on the Arctic Circle in Finnish Lapland, there are so many things to do in Rovaniemi more than I could ever have imagined. Sure, there is Northern Light viewing, the astounding beauty of Lapland and so many fluffy Huskies — not to mention the official residence of Santa Claus — but the city …
Tampere – Finland’s second-largest urban area, is authentically Finnish, a place to connect this down-to-earth culture and unique gastronomy set against a backdrop of quirky revitalized industrial buildings and the iconic Tammerkoski rapids. Helsinki might be the pulsing capital, but with all these things to do in Tampere, you will see here is where the …
Be prepared to have your breath taken away and for your jaw to drop, because Finland is one of the most spectacular travel destinations you’ll ever have visited. It’s like exploring a magic kingdom, but one with gastronomic delights and a nightlife that would make Narnia envious. Are you looking for things to do in …
Finland’s fourth-largest city Oulu offers urban culture and a convenient jumping on point to the exceptional nature of Northern Finland and Lapland. Sure, Oulu might be more famous as a tech hub and business city, but there are still enough exciting things to do in Oulu to keep tourists busy for a few days! Prosperous …
My obsession with Finland is not exactly news to most. I love everything about this gorgeous, albeit curious, country from its unique culture, beautiful cities like Helsinki, Tampere, and Turku, expansive nature including that of fairytale-esque Lapland – and, yes, even its distinctive gastronomy. There are many noteworthy dishes of Finland, but from my travels, the one that most stuck …
So your in Finland and looking to pop over to Scandinavia? One of the cheapest and easiest ways is to go with Viking Line Turku on the Ferry Turku Stockholm Route…. No need for expensive flights and small cramped chairs, this is much better! But don’t just take my word for it. Read on to …
Onnibus.com is now right up there as one of my favourite things in Finland. It joins Berry Soup, Sauna, Summer Cottages, Northern Lights and so many Lakes (over 200,000 of them!). Havn’t been before? Your missing out so catch up fast with these tips for first-time travel to Finland! Now back to Onnibus, why i love it …