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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, 2026October 18, 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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If a friend told me they were coming to Finland fo If a friend told me they were coming to Finland for a week, this is how I’d start planning their trip 👇🏼

Not by trying to squeeze in as many places as possible, because then you’d definitely need a vacation after your vacation 😅 Trust me, don’t do that.

I’d start by picking a few spots that give them a feel for Finland.

A bit of city life, some smaller towns, time by the sea, and a little nature in between. And of course, I’d make sure we had time for good food and coffee along the way. If you’re out and about with me, coffee is always included. Sorry ☕️😌

The exact route would depend on the season, whether you had a car, and what you wanted to experience. I’d probably make a few different choices for a summer trip versus a winter one, too.

There’s a lot more to planning a Finland trip than just deciding which places to visit, so I’ve put my practical advice, local recommendations and honest opinions into my Finland guide.

Comment 'INFO' and I’ll send you the details 🫶🏼😊

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WAIT… NEXT MONTH?! 😮 Anyone else think that's INS WAIT… NEXT MONTH?! 😮

Anyone else think that's INSANE?! Like, where did autumn go?!

💬 If you're thinking about visiting Finland this winter, comment 'XMAS' and I'll send you my free guide to help you get started!

But… Finnish Christmas market season is almost here, and if you've been thinking about visiting Finland in winter, this is your reminder to start looking at dates! 👀

For example, Turku's Christmas market at the Old Great Square @vanhansuurtorinjoulu opens on November 28 this year, and Helsinki's Christmas market @tuomaanmarkkinat at Senate Square opens on November 27. So yes, Christmas is officially getting closer 🫢

We're continuing our own Christmas market tradition this year, and we're heading to experience the Christmas market in @visitrauma! I'm really looking forward to seeing what it's like 😍

Now tell me… are you a Christmas market person? And have you ever visited one in Finland? 👇🏼

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Okay, how is this 360-year-old manor house not on Okay, how is this 360-year-old manor house not on everyone’s Finland itinerary? 😍

Meet @louhisaari, a gorgeous manor house just 30 km from Turku, perfect for a little day trip into the Finnish countryside 🌿

The main building was completed in 1658, which means it's been standing for over 360 years 🙌🏼 And it’s also where Carl Gustaf Emil Mannerheim, one of the most well-known figures in Finnish history, was born.

Not a bad little history stop to add to your Southwest Finland plans, right? 😎

I love sharing places like this because Finland has so much more to offer than the places that always end up on the same travel itineraries 🫶🏼 Sometimes you just need to know where to look… or have a local in your back pocket to point you in the right direction 😉

And if you want to discover more places like this, I’ve mapped out my favorite spots across Southern Finland, including must-sees and lesser-known places worth checking out.

Comment 'MAP' and I’ll send it your way! 🗺️

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Would you know the answers to these? 👀 If you sai Would you know the answers to these? 👀

If you said no, that's totally fine. I mean, why should you? There's no way you can know everything about a place you've never visited before.

I've had plenty of surprises myself when travelling somewhere new. Little things I never would have thought to look up beforehand, but that would have been useful to know 🤭

Finland has its own little habits and customs that might catch you off guard, too. And then there are things that are genuinely useful to know before visiting, like how we greet people 🤝🏼

Finns are known for valuing personal space, and we take it pretty seriously 😅 Let's just say you don't want to get too close too quickly 😆

💬 Now I'm curious: what's something about Finland that surprised you the first time you visited? Or if you haven't been here yet, what are you most curious about?

Tell me in the comments! 👇🏼

And if you're planning a trip to Finland and want a bit more of my local advice, my Finland guide is there for you, too. 

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

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Instead of exploring the same places that everybod Instead of exploring the same places that everybody else does… 🥱

Imagine exploring those hidden gems you didn’t even know existed. Places you can brag about to your friends. Spots that aren’t in everyone’s camera rolls 🤌🏼✨️

I mean, isn’t that just way cooler?! 😎 That’s exactly the Finland I want to show you!

Because there’s so much more to Finland than the places you’ve already seen all over Instagram.

And honestly, even as a local who’s still exploring Finland, I’ve found that some of the coolest places are the small, hidden and very local ones. Not always the big touristy attractions.

So as I continue exploring, I’m taking you along with me and sharing every little gem I discover along the way. Hidden cafés, quiet islands, charming small towns and all of the cool local spots 🫶🏼

Sooo… are you ready to explore Finland with a local? 😊🇫🇮

And if you want to start planning already, I’ve created a FREE guide for first-time visitors, with tips on when to visit, how to get around, and everything else you need to know to make planning your trip easier 🙌🏼

Grab it through the link in my bio or comment 'GUIDE' and I’ll send you the link! ✨

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