What is Helsinki syndrome?
You’ve probably heard of Stockholm syndrome. But what the heck is Helsinki syndrome? If you’ve just watched the Die Hard…
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10 of the best dog sled tours in RovaniemiÂ
So, dog sledding is on your bucket list. Where do you go? With its miles of pristine landscapes, frozen lakes…
Ice floating in Finland: what is it, and where can you try it?
Bobbing around in the Arctic Sea surrounded by ice might not be everyone’s cup of tea, but ice floating is…
Sauna etiquette in Finland
In Finland, going to the sauna isn’t just about escape those freezing outside temperatures. The sauna is a hugely important…
6 of the best snowmobile tours in Levi, Finland
Up in the Arctic Circle, Levi is Finland’s largest ski resort and a great place to try winter sports and…
Traditional Finnish clothing (and how to try it for yourself)
Dive with us into the heart of Finnish culture! No, we’re not talking about the sauna or the Moomins –…
Dog sledding in Finland
With its miles of pristine snow, frozen lakes and rivers and snow-laden forests, Finland is a winter wonderland for dog…
8 of the best northern lights tours from Rovaniemi
Seeing the colourful northern lights playing in the skies above you is one of the most spectacular sights of winter…
What is Finnish baseball? Pesäpallo explained
You’ve heard of American baseball, but have you ever encountered its Finnish cousin, Pesäpallo? Originating in Finland during the 1920s,…
Getting from Helsinki to Rovaniemi
Spread across a series of islands, Finland’s capital Helsinki is a fascinating mish-mash of Baltic, Russian and Scandinavian influences. Home…