Finland

I have a place for you if you are looking for a unique winter escape in Europe. In the north of Finland, there is a magical city called Oulu. There, you will embark on an ice-fishing adventure like no other. Especially because this is not a simple fishing trip, this excursion will offer you a glimpse into the heart of Arctic life.

Ice Fishing in Oulu: An Unforgettable Arctic Adventure

Finland (category), Oulu (category)
6 min read
24/06/202411/07/2024

Guess who's the surprise greeter at the National Archives of Finland? Yep, you got it – a teeny, tiny mouse! And I call it the Helsinki's Wise Mice.

Helsinki’s Wise Mice: The National Archives of Finland’s Adorable Welcome Committee

Helsinki (category)
3 min read
31/01/202413/03/2024

I've had a deep appreciation for Finland for many years. This century-old country is full of surprises and mysteries. While it might not be the first place that comes to mind for a holiday, look at the pictures of Koli National Park, and you'll change your mind.

Monochrome Majesty: Koli National Park’s Beauty Revealed in Black and White

Finland (category), Photography (category)
7 min read
06/01/202430/04/2025

Welcome to Oulu, a charming city in northern Finland known for its stunning natural landscapes and vibrant cultural scene. Among the city's many attractions and experiences, one stands out for chocolate lovers: ChocoSomnia, a local chocolate company founded in 2015 by Riikka Ojanen. From humble beginnings in a small kitchen, ChocoSomnia has become a beloved destination for those seeking a unique and delicious chocolate experience.

ChocoSomnia in Oulu: The Best Chocolate of Northern Finland

Finland (category), Oulu (category)
5 min read
22/02/202321/07/2024

The Szczecin Philharmonic is the main reason why Szczecin appeared under my radar. The building is so magnificent and beautiful that it won numerous architectural awards when it was open to the public, back in 2014. One of these awards was the Architectural Design of the Year at Eurobuild Awards 2014.

Architectural Travel around Europe: Our Favorite Architecture around the Continent

Europe (category), Tips and Tricks (category)
17 min read
07/12/202228/10/2024

Lake Bodom Murders

Lake Bodom Murders: We visited the location of Finland’s most famous unsolved murder

Espoo (category), Finland (category)
6 min read
13/02/202110/06/2025

What can we say about our stay at Scandic Passi in Helsinki? First, we have to say that it was one of the best hotels we have ever been. If you are asking yourself why, let us tell you our reasons. So, the hotel is beautifully designed to remember the area’s history. All the walls in the hotel are decorated with a circus theme that may sound a little creepy but works perfectly. From the reception area to the number of the rooms, everything looks so cool that you might feel like you want to copy it in your house later.

The Best Hotels in Helsinki

Finland (category), Helsinki (category), Hotel (category)
5 min read
22/03/202021/12/2023

Before you arrive at Mariehamn by boat, there is a place you’re going to see. It’s a group of islets that seem to be the first glimpse of land, and even though there is a white pyramid there, this is not part of a fever dream. This is Kobba Klintar, an old pilot station that was used to assist the ships arriving in the capital of the Åland Islands.

Kobba Klintar: The perfect spot to enjoy the Åland islands

Aland (category), Finland (category)
5 min read
22/07/201923/12/2023

The people that live in Helsinki are lucky to live there. Their city is one of my favorite places on the planet and they also have an amazing national park pretty close to the city. So, if you want to take a break from the city life, Nuuksio is the best place to do that.

Ten Reasons to Love Finland

Finland (category)
9 min read
06/03/201822/02/2024

Most of my friends think I’m crazy when I mention how much I love visiting Helsinki in winter. As I write this, I have been to Helsinki six times and I was there during winter twice and I loved Helsinki more every time that I went there. But if you ask me why do I love the Finnish capital so much, I wouldn’t be able to explain to you in words. But I gonna try to tell you what you should do there to love your time in Helsinki as much as I.

A Lot of Reasons to visit Helsinki in Winter

Finland (category), Helsinki (category)
15 min read
13/02/201713/03/2024

Turku Biological Museum

Finland (category), Turku (category)
5 min read
07/03/201628/11/2023

Finnish Design - Iittala, Fiskars and Arabia Center

Finnish Design: Everything you need to know about Iittala, Fiskars and Arabia

Finland (category), Helsinki (category)
5 min read
26/11/201523/05/2024

On our last day in Finland, back in january 2015, we visited Santa's Cottage in Espoo and it was exactly what the child inside us needed to see! But, some of you may be asking yourselves, how did you manage to visit Santa Claus in Espoo? Why was he in the south of Finland? Don’t worry, we are going to explain everything

We Visited Santa’s Cottage in Espoo

Espoo (category), Finland (category)
2 min read
21/11/201521/12/2023

On our my first time in Finland, I went to Porvoo ready to do anything. If the plan was take bikes into the wild, I had the equipment to do it. If the plan was to swim, I had everything ready to take pictures from the water. All this was possible because I brought my Sony Action camera with me. Too bad nobody knew this trip would be a painful journey for the camera.

How i lost my Sony Action Camera in the Gulf of Finland

Photography (category), Porvoo (category)
6 min read
19/10/201528/11/2023

We have been to Helsinki more than a few times in the past couple of years. Every time that we are there, we try to stay in different hotels so we can explore a little bit more of this amazing city. This was our goal when we booked our stay at Scandic Passi, an amazing hotel located in an area of Helsinki called Siltasaari.

Our Stay at Scandic Paasi in Helsinki

Helsinki (category), Hotel (category)
6 min read
25/09/201521/12/2023

Herrankukkaro used to be a fisherman’s homestead and still looks like one. It’s located in the heart of the Southwestern Finnish archipelago and you reach it from Turku in less than 30 minutes by car. This is how we got there in the middle of the summer. We had just got back from our tour of Aland and we looking forward to get back there.

Our Summer Days in Herrankukkaro

Turku (category)
5 min read
23/09/201503/12/2023

Best option for Helsinki: Radisson Blu Plaza

Helsinki (category), Hotel (category)
5 min read
07/09/201505/02/2024

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

Aland (category)
9 min read
19/08/201521/12/2023

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

Aland (category)
4 min read
15/08/201507/10/2016

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

Aland (category)
7 min read
03/08/201521/08/2017

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

Turku (category)
7 min read
30/07/201505/11/2024