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  • 6 best museums in Turku, Finland: A local’s guide

    6 best museums in Turku, Finland: A local’s guide

    October 11, 2026October 11, 2026 Things to do in Finland

    Looking for the best museums in Turku? First of all, I have a confession to make: I haven’t always been the biggest history buff, and I definitely haven’t always been the person who gets excited about museums. But I actually find the museums in Turku so fascinating and…

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  • Salo Pumpkin Park: Everything you need to know before you go

    Salo Pumpkin Park: Everything you need to know before you go

    September 13, 2026September 13, 2026 Seasonal Experiences, Hidden gems

    Salo Pumpkin Weeks is one of the most exciting autumn events in Southern Finland. If you didn’t know, Finland isn’t exactly known for going all out for Halloween. In recent years, Halloween has slowly become more popular here too, but it’s still nowhere near as big as it…

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  • Autumn in Finland: 25+ things to know before you visit

    Autumn in Finland: 25+ things to know before you visit

    September 2, 2026September 2, 2026 Seasonal Experiences

    Autumn in Finland is such a beautiful season. But, t’s also a little underrated. Most people dream of visiting Finland in winter, hoping to experience snowy forests, Lapland, and the northern lights. And while I absolutely understand the appeal, that also means many people completely miss one of…

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  • Nauvo & Seili day trip: How to get there & what to see in Finland’s Archipelago

    Nauvo & Seili day trip: How to get there & what to see in Finland’s Archipelago

    August 23, 2026September 2, 2026 Travel guides, Finnish Destinations

    So, you’re planning a day trip to Nauvo (Nagu)? That’s exciting and honestly, I don’t think there’s anywhere quite like the Finnish Archipelago. With its little islands, winding roads, ferries and sea views, getting there is part of the experience itself. And if you’re wondering what a day…

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  • Why you shouldn’t only visit Helsinki on your Finland trip

    Why you shouldn’t only visit Helsinki on your Finland trip

    August 19, 2026September 20, 2026 Travel guides

    If you’re planning a trip to Finland, Helsinki is probably already on your list. But there are so many places to visit outside Helsinki that are worth adding to your itinerary. Most travelers spend a few days exploring the capital before heading home feeling like they’ve seen Finland….

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  • 5-Day Southwest Finland Itinerary: Turku, Naantali, Uusikaupunki & Rauma

    5-Day Southwest Finland Itinerary: Turku, Naantali, Uusikaupunki & Rauma

    August 11, 2026August 19, 2026 Travel guides

    When people think about visiting Finland, Helsinki and Lapland usually steal the spotlight. But if you ask me, one of the most beautiful road trips in the country is along Finland’s southwest coast. Some links on this website are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small…

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  • 5 Things First-Timers Ask About Finnish Summer Cottages

    5 Things First-Timers Ask About Finnish Summer Cottages

    August 1, 2026August 1, 2026 Local Culture & Traditions

    I’ve spent over 30 summers at a Finnish summer cottage and I’m still not bored with it. You might be thinking: “After all that time, doesn’t it get old?” But here’s the truth: summer cottages in Finland aren’t about doing exciting things. They’re the places where most Finns…

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  • Herrankukkaro: One of Finland’s most unique places to stay

    Herrankukkaro: One of Finland’s most unique places to stay

    July 25, 2026July 27, 2026 Unique stays

    If there’s one thing I love recommending to people visiting Finland, it’s staying somewhere that feels like an experience rather than just a place to sleep. Finland has plenty of beautiful hotels, but every now and then you come across a place that’s unlike anything else. Herrankukkaro is…

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  • Why I think every Finland trip needs a summer cottage

    Why I think every Finland trip needs a summer cottage

    July 18, 2026September 20, 2026 Seasonal Experiences, Local Culture & Traditions

    And with that I mean, No electricity. No running water. An outdoor toilet in the woods. Sounds like a nightmare? Or does it sound like the adventure of a lifetime?I really hope it’s the second one, because I genuinely think every Finland trip should include a traditional summer…

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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, 2025August 23, 2026 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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I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of having places I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of having places like this just 40 minutes from home 🌲🥾

You can discover so many beautiful nature areas around Finland. Some bigger national parks and some smaller nature areas. And the best thing is that they’re often pretty close by.

And thats one of the best things about Finland; you’re never too far from nature 🫶🏼

Would you go for a hike here? 🌿😊

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I’ve spent the past few years exploring my own cou I’ve spent the past few years exploring my own country properly, and honestly… I’ve fallen even more in love with Finland along the way 🥹

I’ve found so many places I had never even heard of before. Cozy cafés, cool museums, small towns and beautiful nature 🫶🏼

And that’s exactly what I love sharing here: the Finland beyond the obvious!

So tell me… is Finland on your travel list, or are you already planning your trip? 😊

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No matter how many times I come here, this place i No matter how many times I come here, this place is still one of my favorites 🌲

📍Kurjenrahka National Park.

The best thing about it is that it’s not far from Turku city centre. You can easily leave the city noise behind for a while, hop on a bus, and be in the middle of this national park about 40 minutes later 🙌🏼🧘‍♀️

Pretty cool, right? 😍

I think that’s one of the reasons I keep coming back. You don’t have to plan a whole day around getting there, and there are different trails depending on how much time you have.

My favorite is the Savojärvi Trail, which is the one I showed you in this post.

If you’re staying in Turku, I’d definitely put this one on your list. Save this for later! 📌😊

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Happy International Coffee Day! ☕️ As a Finn and Happy International Coffee Day! ☕️

As a Finn and a very committed coffee drinker, there was absolutely no way I was skipping this one 😄

And I’m definitely not the only one. Finland is one of the world’s biggest coffee-consuming countries, so yeah… coffee culture here is pretty big.

Sooo… how many of these did you already know? Or were some of these completely new to you?😊 

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I’ve been creating Finland content for almost two I’ve been creating Finland content for almost two years.. ✌🏼

I know, crazy right?! 👀 

And lived here my entire life and explored this country for years… So I definitely have some opinions. And I’m sticking to those, by the way 😂

And these are just a few of them.

I’m not saying you have to travel this way. But if you ask me how I’d plan a Finland trip, these are some of the things I’d tell you.

And I have a LOT more opinions where these came from. Trust me 🙊😅

I put them all into one place: my Finland guide 🇫🇮

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