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  • 10 Tips for Planning the Perfect Fall Trip to Finland

    10 Tips for Planning the Perfect Fall Trip to Finland

    October 15, 2025October 18, 2025 Seasonal Experiences

    Are you planning the perfect fall trip to Finland? Planning a trip during this short yet stunning season takes a little know-how. That’s why I’ve put together my top 10 tips to help you make the most of a fall getaway in Finland, whether it’s your first visit…

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  • What It’s Really Like to Visit Finland in October, November & December

    What It’s Really Like to Visit Finland in October, November & December

    October 9, 2025October 9, 2025 Seasonal Experiences

    Planning a trip to Finland in autumn or early winter? You’ve probably heard it before: ‘It’s just dark, rainy, and cold, don’t bother visiting.’ And sure, that’s partly true. But as a local, I’m here to give you the real breakdown of these months, the highs, the lows,…

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  • Autumn in Finland: 10 best things to do in Finland in the fall

    Autumn in Finland: 10 best things to do in Finland in the fall

    September 25, 2025September 25, 2025 Seasonal Experiences

    Autumn in Finland is a magical season, full of crisp air, colorful forests, and cozy vibes. If you ’re planning a visit during this time but aren’t sure what to do, here’s a bucket list of activities to make the most of your fall trip. From gorgeous fall…

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  • The ultimate guide for finnish fall.

    Autumn in Finland: the ultimate guide for Finnish fall

    September 19, 2025September 25, 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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If you didn’t know by now, Finland is a nature l If you didn’t know by now, Finland is a nature lover’s dream 😎

Because we in fact have…

🌊 One of the biggest archipelagos in the world

🌲 Endless forests (so bring snacks, you’ll be wandering for hours)

🌳 Free national parks (your Instagram is welcome)

💧Thousands of lakes (pick your favorite, you won’t run out)

And that’s just scratching the surface.

Bonus: it’s all surprisingly quiet. No screaming crowds, no honking cars, just… peace 🥹🧡

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And this is just the beginning… ✨️👇🏼 And this is just the beginning… ✨️👇🏼

Ruissalo is a favorite spot for locals because it’s so close to the city center, but once you’re there, it feels like you’re hours away from the city noise 🧡 and theres always so much to do. Honestly, you could spend the whole day here.

On the island you’ll find: 

🚙 Camping areas 
🫧 A spa hotel 
🌼 A beautiful botanical garden 
🍕 Restaurants & cafés (some are open only during the summer though)
🏖 Beaches and quiet swimming spots
🌲 Long walking and cycling paths

If you love nature, this is definitely your spot!

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Something I feel super grateful for here is the nature and the kind of peacefulness you can find in it. You can step into the forest and instantly feel like you’re far away from everything. And everyone...

Silence in Finland is… different. It’s not awkward. It’s not empty. It feels safe 🫶🏼

And when you really stop and listen, you notice it’s not truly silent at all. You hear small things instead: wind moving through the trees, snow softly breaking under your boots, a bird somewhere far away. Even your own breathing becomes louder.

It’s the kind of silence that makes you slow down without trying 🥹

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I’ve heard people say there’s “nothing to see in Turku” and as a local, I have to strongly disagree 😎 There’s actually so much to see and do, so save this reel for your next trip! 📌

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Luostarinmäki Handicrafts Museum @luostarinmaki
St. Michael’s Church
The Finnish Swan
River boats
Forum Marinum @forummarinum
Ruissalo island
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Does this country sound like your kind of place? I Does this country sound like your kind of place? If yes… welcome! 😎

I’m Sofia, your local bestie to Finland’s hidden gems, cozy spots, and all the best places to visit. Follow along @heifromfinland and come explore with me! 🫶🏼

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