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
Winter magic in the Archipelago
The Western archipelago of Finland is one of my favourite areas in the country to begin with, and recently I finally got the chance to explore it a bit in winter. The region in Sou
Dinner Date: Baskeri ja Basso
In a rather unexpected setting, somewhere in the end of Eira, you'll find a gem of a neighbourhood restaurant that makes Helsinkis food and restaurant scene so distinct and excitin
#helsinkilove: Christmas vibes
I'm not wildly crazy about Christmas, but over the years I have learnt to appreciate the lights, the food, the vibes and the general coziness of this times of year. I also adore th