Are you also a lover of the Great North? Then, you should consider this fun 1-week Bothnian Coastal Route itinerary, through northern Finland and Sweden! When I was younger, in my parents’ dining room there was a poster of a 16th-century map of Northern Europe. The North Sea was full of dragons, tritons, sea monsters, … Read more
Have you ever heard of the Arctic Lakeland in Finland, and why it’s so special? Here we’ll tell you all about it and give you 8 reasons to visit, in summer and in winter! We’ve just recently returned from our 10th trip to Finland (5th time in winter!) and with every visit, our love for … Read more
Most people think we’re crazy when we announced we would visit Helsinki in winter – not once, but TWICE! If you’re wondering what to do in Helsinki in winter, this is the post for you – we’ll reveal 18 awesome things to do in and around Helsinki, and great places to stay in town without … Read more
Finland is one of our favourite places in the world, and there’s no best time to visit than winter. Here are 8 reasons to visit Oulu in winter – this Finnish city is the gateway to Lapland and the 2026 Capital of Culture! Experiencing the beauty of the North in winter is something that should … Read more
Have you ever considered visiting Tallinn, Estonia’s capital? It’s very close to Helsinki and easy to reach with a cruise. Keep reading to find out how to plan the perfect day trip from Helsinki to Tallinn! No time to read through? Book your trip from Helsinki to Tallinn here! Our favourite tour provider is GetYourGuide, … Read more
Have you ever considered visiting North Karelia in winter? First-time visitors rarely consider this region in Eastern Finland, but here we’ll show you why it should be on your radar, with 8 memorable winter experiences! Yes, Finland! Yes, in winter, again! It’s our fourth winter visit to Finland, after visiting Mikkeli in 2015, Salla and … Read more