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 –…
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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…
The Helsinki Card: is it worth buying?
Planning a trip to Finland’s capital city? Then you’ve probably heard about Helsinki’s very own discount pass – the Helsinki…
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…
Finnish girl names: the best girls’ names from Finland!
Looking for an unusual name for your newborn? Why not check out some Finnish baby girls’ names? Finnish women have…
5 of the best photography tours in Rovaniemi, Finland
Many trips to Finnish Lapland begin in Rovaniemi. It’s the ‘official’ home of Santa Claus and the starting point for…
6 of the best snowmobile tours in Rovaniemi, Finland
Near the Arctic Circle in Finnish Lapland, Rovaniemi is one of the most popular spots for winter snowmobiling tours. And…
Is Finland a socialist country?
Finland is often held up as a model of success. With universal health care and an overall high standard of…