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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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  • 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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  • 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, 2025August 11, 2026 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, 2025August 11, 2026 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, 2025August 19, 2026 Seasonal Experiences

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

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  • Your Ultimate Summer Bucket List for Finland: 21 Things You Can’t Miss

    Your Ultimate Summer Bucket List for Finland: 21 Things You Can’t Miss

    August 31, 2025August 20, 2026 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 visit Finland (Local Guide by Season)

    Best time to visit Finland (Local Guide by Season)

    August 31, 2025August 11, 2026 Seasonal Experiences

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

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✨️Discover Finland beyond the obvious
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You can find lists of the main attractions, things You can find lists of the main attractions, things to do and basic travel information pretty much everywhere 👀

But I wanted this one to be different 🙌🏼

Because when people ask me about Finland, they want my opinions and my recommendations.

Otherwise… you could just Google your questions 😆

What people actually want to know is:

💬 What would I recommend?
💬 What would I skip?
💬 What's actually worth your time?
💬 Do you really need a car?
💬 What should you know before visiting Finland?

That's the kind of advice you don't get from another generic list of attractions.

I'm Finnish, born and raised here 👋🏼 and after a couple of years of sharing my country and answering your questions, I wanted to put all those opinions, practical advice and things I'd tell you over coffee into one place ☕️

That's how Finland Unfiltered: A Local's Guide came to life 🇫🇮🤌🏼✨️

It's not about giving you another list of places to tick off. It's about helping you understand Finland a little better, know what to expect and make decisions that actually make sense for YOUR trip.

Because I don't just want to show you Finland. I want to help you experience it with a little local insight, too 🫶🏼

You can find it through the link in my bio, or comment 'INFO' below and I'll send you the details! 😊

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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? 😊

💬 Comment 'INFO' and I’ll send you the details about my Finland guide 🇫🇮🤌🏼

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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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