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  • The ultimate guide for finnish fall.

    Autumn in Finland: the ultimate guide for Finnish fall

    September 19, 2025September 19, 2025 Seasonal Experiences

    Autumn in Finland is seriously something else and not many people know how amazing Finnish fall can be. One week it feels like late summer, the next you’re walking through golden forests, wearing a cozy scarf, and wondering if it’s already candle season at 4 pm. If you’re…

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  • 5 amazing day trips from Helsinki you can’t miss

    5 amazing day trips from Helsinki you can’t miss

    August 31, 2025September 18, 2025 Hidden gems

    So you already saw Helsinki and now thinking: “what else is there?” Helsinki is a great starting point to explore the rest of Finland and it has so many amazing day trip options for you. Especially if you’re planning to stay a bit longer, I highly recommend checking…

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  • 13 Traditional Summer Foods in Finland You Need to Try

    13 Traditional Summer Foods in Finland You Need to Try

    August 31, 2025September 18, 2025 Food

    Traditional summer foods in Finland may start with berries and sauna snacks, but there’s so much more to explore, from hearty outdoor meals to fresh seasonal delicacies that define the Finnish summer experience Even though berries and sauna snacks (looking at you, grilled sausage) are amazing and basically…

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  • The Ultimate Summer Bucket List for Finland

    The Ultimate Summer Bucket List for Finland

    August 31, 2025September 18, 2025 Seasonal Experiences

    Summer bucket list for Finland goes far beyond swimming and sauna. As a local who can’t get enough of it, I’m sharing the ultimate guide to the best summer experiences you can’t miss. When planning your summer trip to Finland, does your Finland bucket list still just say…

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  • Explore Finland on a budget: 15 free activities you can’t miss

    Explore Finland on a budget: 15 free activities you can’t miss

    August 31, 2025September 18, 2025 Budget travel

    Explore Finland on a budget and discover a side of the country most tourists never see, without spending a single euro! Have you ever said: ‘But Finland is so expensive, there’s no way I can travel on a budget there’? What if I told you there are so…

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  • The Ultimate Summer Guide to Turku, Finland: Things to Do, See & Eat

    The Ultimate Summer Guide to Turku, Finland: Things to Do, See & Eat

    August 31, 2025September 18, 2025 Travel guides

    Ultimate summer guide to Finland’s oldest city Turku, from a local who was born and raised here. If you’re planning your trip to Finland and wondering “Where should I go besides Helsinki?” then let me introduce you to one of Finland’s most charming cities: Turku. This post contains…

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  • Best Time to Travel to Finland: Local Guide for Every Season

    Best Time to Travel to Finland: Local Guide for Every Season

    August 31, 2025September 18, 2025 Seasonal Experiences

    When is the best time to visit Finland? This is the most common question I get. The truth is, Finland has four unique and beautiful seasons, and the best time to visit depends on what kind of experience you’re looking for. Do you dream of seeing the Northern…

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Autumn is coming to Finland 🍂 Crisp air, gold Autumn is coming to Finland 🍂 

Crisp air, golden forests, cozy cafés, and those quiet lakeside walks you didn’t know you needed. Are you ready? 😍

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Finland delivers in the best way ✨️

In a country where nature is such a big part of life, you can always find a spot to slow down, pause, and recharge. These little moments are definitely some of the things that make me grateful to call this place my home 🫶🏼

💬 Would you say yes to a trip to Finland filled with pure calm? 

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Sooo what this account is all about… 👀👇🏼

First of hei from Finland, I’m Sofia (not hey, but hei in Finnish style 😎) I’m your local bestie, inspiring you to book that flight to Finland and also sharing and telling everything you need to know before you do 🙌🏼

So, if you just hit that follow button, welcome! And to all the familiar faces, happy to have you here 💚 But if you’re still hesitating, wondering what’s here… let me tell you: 👇🏼

✨️ On my account @heifromfinland, I share the best hidden gems, top spots to visit, my own travel adventures, and so much more, all for travelers dreaming of visiting Finland.

✨️ I recently launched my blog too, where you’ll find even more helpful info. Think guides, itineraries, and insider tips. More posts are coming very soon!

✨️ And if you want all my local tips in one place (so you don’t have to scroll through 20 Google posts 😅), check out my Finland guide. It has everything you need to know before your first trip. Just comment GUIDE, and I’ll send you the link so you can explore it 🫶🏼

So whether you’re dreaming about your first trip to Finland or planning your next one, I’ve got you covered. Hidden gems, local tips, and all the must-know info, right here in one place 🫡

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This drives me crazy! 🙈 And not because I disl This drives me crazy! 🙈

And not because I dislike Helsinki. I love it! Honestly, it’s one of my favorite cities in Finland. But here’s the thing: YOU are missing out SO damn much if you think Helsinki is all there is.

It’s like visiting New York City and then bragging you’ve seen all of America 😅 No, my friend. Finland is way bigger, more magical, and full of surprises beyond the capital.

Here’s a taste of what you’re missing if you only stick to Helsinki:

💃 Seasonal festivals & local markets 
🌊 Thousands of islands waiting to be explored 
🌿 Endless, untouched forests 
🗺 Charming & authentic small towns

And so much more!

Trust me, once you explore outside the capital, you’ll have so much more to brag about 😉

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Netflix is great… but in Finland, I’d choose a Netflix is great… but in Finland, I’d choose a coffee by the sea any day ☕🌊

Quiet waves, fresh air, and a view that makes you forget the world exists for a while.

This is the kind of everyday magic you can find all over Finland ✨️

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