Summer Magic in Åland
The Åland Islands are slowly becoming my favourite place ever. It is the absolute perfect and most scenic place to visit, the entire Western archipelago is a true hidden gem that
Nature, Muumins and pampering: My Side of Naantali
I'm constantly on the search for brief Helsinki escapes, from busy times working and all that. I knew Naantali only by the comparison of it being "the Miami of Finland" (without th
Dinner Date: Taste of Helsinki 2016
Taste of Helsinki is the event to be for foodies, curious minds and wine lovers. The best restaurants of the city and surrounding areas gather in Kansalaispuisto in Helsinki, and
Visit Vallisaari Island and explore Helsinki’s history
Only opened in May 2016, Vallisaari is a true treasure right in front of Helsinki's coastline. The fairly big island was in use under the military until pretty much then, but final
My ReLEx® SMILE laser eye surgery experience
After several years of contemplating to have my eye sight corrected, I took the step in April 2016. I had the ReLEx® SMILE laser surgery performed on my eyes and already a coupl
Helsinki Coffee Festival / Finnish Roasteries to watch
The Helsinki Coffee Festival celebrates the mighty bean and also teaches visitors and curious coffee drinkers about the newest trends and methods, but the actual coffee tasting ain
Kemi: Olokolo or the Snowhotel?
Kemi up in Lapland, right at the Gulf of Bothnia, is a place of magic: it's home to the Snow Castle - yes, a castle and hotel completely built of snow and ice. Also, have you heard
Breaking the Ice with Sampo
Did you know that you can go on an icebreaker cruise in Kemi, Northern Finland? The unique experience takes you on the retired vessel "Sampo", who will also get you to plunge in th
Lapland Getaway: Luosto
Getting out into the nature of pure, deep Finnish winter is something that everyone should experience. It makes you fall in love with the season, understand why winter can be incre
Dinner Date: Kaskis in Turku
Dinner Date time! When visiting Turku, make a note of reserving a table at Kaskis, where I had one of the most amazing dinners ever. Read and see for yourself and you'll probably g