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Finland Travel Guide: Highlights & Hidden Gems

This page is your passport to Finland, a land of contrasts where modern cities meet pristine nature. Get ready to explore charming towns with colorful wooden houses and learn about the Finnish way of life.

Beyond the stunning aurora displays, you’ll find a country rich in history and culture. We’ll wander through Turku, Finland’s oldest city, and admire its medieval castle. We’ll also visit Helsinki, the vibrant capital, where design, art, and delicious food await.

Ever heard of the Moomins? These beloved Finnish characters come to life in Tampere, where you can visit the Moomin Museum. And if you’re feeling adventurous, we’ll venture into the wild beauty of Koli National Park, with its breathtaking landscapes.

So, come along and experience Finland’s unique charm. Explore this enchanting Nordic nation, whether you dream of a winter wonderland or a summer getaway.

The Åland Islands are a group of islands between Sweden and Finland. Officially speaking the islands are Finnish, but they speak Swedish and they had their autonomy awarded to them by the League of Nations in 1921. This was the only way to settle the long-running dispute between Sweden and Finland about who owns Åland. In fact, nobody owns Åland and they are an autonomous area surrounded by the Baltic Sea and they take care of most things themselves.

Seven Things You Need To Do In Åland

We already wrote about our experiences traveling through the Åland Islands. But, every time we look …

Degersand seems to be the best place to stay and rest. Our stay there felt like a pause in time. Around us there was nature and in front of our small cabin we could see the largest sand beach in the Åland Islands and their famous wood heated sauna.

Our visit to the Degersand Resort in Eckerö

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Fotostrasse was in Aland and we tried our best to travel all around the islands. This list is filled with the things you need to to in Åland

We went to Lappo to play Frisbee Golf

Lappo is an island in the southern part of Brändö, Åland’s easternmost municipality. A little …

Beyond the Museums: Unique Things to Do in Turku, Finland

Beyond the Museums: Unique Things to Do in Turku, Finland

Turku is a city full of year-round life. In winter, there are lots of things to do in Turku. In summ…

Katja Pantzar helsinki by light

Helsinki by Light – A book interview with Katja Pantzar

We met Katja Pantzar in 2014 when we visited the Porvoo Archipelago on our first trip to Finland. Sh…

Jurmo, the smallest town we’ve ever been

Jurmo is the name of a lovely town located on one of the many islands in Brändö, an island municipal…

The Radisson Blu Seaside is a beautiful and eco-friendly hotel in Helsinki. It’s located a little more than one kilometer from the city center, that can be reached by foot in less than 15 minutes. But, if you decide to visit Finland in the middle of the winter like we did, there is a a tram stop in front of the hotel making it even easier to see everything in Helsinki.

Radisson Blu Seaside Helsinki

You can find the Radisson Blu Seaside in the beautiful area of Helsinki known as Ruoholahti district…

Church in the Rock: Helsinki’s Temppeliaukio

Church in the Rock: Helsinki’s Temppeliaukio

Temppeliaukio, whose name can be translated from Finnish as Temple Square, is the official name of w…