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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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  • 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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  • 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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Did these just blow your mind? 😳 Or were you Did these just blow your mind? 😳 

Or were you already aware? 😌

Finland has some surprises that might hit you when you first visit. 

Like for example, you probably know we’re the land of saunas… but did you know how many there actually are? And all the places you can find them, some are pretty unexpected too 🙈

➡️ If you're planning your Finland trip and want to know all the must things before packing your bags, I got you! I made a free guide with cultural rules, how to get around, best places to visit, what to pack and so much more.

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South has snow too, you know! 😌 Well at least South has snow too, you know! 😌

Well at least sometimes… 😅

This winter has been amazing! Our first snowfall was exactly on January 1st, and it has stayed on the ground ever since. This past weekend, it even doubled ❄️

People often say the south is “so crappy” in winter, but that’s not always true. If you’re lucky, you might get to experience a true winter wonderland in the south as well.

Did I just make you want to visit southern Finland in winter? 😎

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Who wants to join me? 😎 👋🏼 Hi, I’m Sof Who wants to join me? 😎

👋🏼 Hi, I’m Sofia, a Finnish local and I'm taking you along on my adventures across Finland. From hidden gems to cozy corners and must-see spots, I share the places travelers often miss.

Believe it or not, I used to dislike living in Finland. I even dreamed of moving far away. But in 2020, life forced me to give it a chance and I’m so glad it did. Exploring my home for the first time made me see just how beautiful it really is 💛

Now it’s my mission to show you Finland beyond the usual tourist spots: quiet towns, secret cafés, magical nature corners, and all the little details that make this country so special ✨️

So stick around if youre ready to see more than just the touristy places! 🫡

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Yeah... it's just cold and dark all year round and Yeah... it's just cold and dark all year round and absolutely nothing to see 😎

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So in case you didn’t know… 👇🏼 Finland So in case you didn’t know… 👇🏼

Finland is full of churches. Like, you’ll find one in pretty much every town. And me? I’m not exactly out here hunting them down. 

So when my mom said “let’s go check out this chapel,” I was like… okay cool, another stone church that looks like all the others 🙃

But she said the architecture is actually really cool and kind of stunning, so I was in.

It already looked kind of cool from the outside, but the inside blew me away. It’s absolutely stunning. And tell me I’m not the only one who thinks it looks like a boat?? ⛵️

📍The place is called Saint Henry’s Ecumenical Art Chapel and it’s not your typical church. It’s a modern art chapel where architecture, art, and spirituality come together in the coolest way.

Would you explore a place like this?

➡️ Also, if you want more hidden gems from southern Finland like this one, comment GEMS and I'll send them your way! 🥰

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