#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
About discouragement and ambition: the job hunt in Finland
Expat life in Finland can be challenging, especially when it comes to the part of employment. Why is it so tricky and what are possible backgrounds? I am not claiming to be an expe
Discover Finnish nature in Kivinokka
Nature time! Especially in busy times I find nothing more soothing and liberating than a trip into nature. Helsinki offers stunningly beautiful nature all around the city, with the
Feel the nature: Berry- and mushroom picking in Nuuksio
Picking mushrooms and berries is one of the most wonderful and popular pastimes in Finland. Helsinki is surrounded by National parks, like Nuuskio, and nature provides us with grea
“Convince me of Helsinki” – Day 3: By and on the water
On the last full day of my visitors, we did two more of my personal favourite things: walking around Eiranranta and going on a boat trip through the archipelago.
“Convince me of Helsinki” – Day 2 – Nature calls
On the second day with my visitors from home, we took an adventure into nature and went to feed birds and squirrels on my beloved Seurasaari. And they very hungry, lucky us!
“Convince me of Helsinki” – Day 1 – the basics
Last week I had visitors from home. It took me quite a while to convince them to travel all the way up North - I think it's actually their premiere in a Nordic country. Convincing
Taste of Helsinki: a celebration of food
I lohove food, good food is the best and most promising way to put a perpetual smile on my face, works also well with bribery or apologies. I guess I’m pretty easy when it co
Unique Nature in Helsinki: Lammassaari & Kuusiluoto
A short 20 minute busride from the centre lies Lammassaari, an island that is quite densely populated by summer houses (Mökkis), a bird-watching tower and a little forest path aro
Summer plans: My top 5 beaches in Helsinki
I am not a big fan of sand, yet I love the sea, sadly those two only rarely go without another. Hietaniemi beach is without a doubt Helsinki's most popular and possibly most centra