9+3 Helsinki Weekend Walks to Seaside Cafés
Seaside walks along the Helsinki or Espoo coast are a very popular weekend activity. Going for a long walk on a beautiful day, being out in nature, soaking up some sun and getting
My Finland Bucket List as an Expat
After all these years in Finland, there are still some things that I always wanted to do and that just haven't happened. I feel like 2019 was a pretty lazy year in that regard to i
Day trip to a winter wonderland: Fiskars Village
Fiskars has been recommended to me ever so often over the years, as both a lovely summer and a delightful winter destination for a day trip from Helsinki. About an hour drive west
Helsinki City – Day Escapes for every season
Over the years I have found my love for the outdoors, and Helsinki is the best place to enjoy nature in all seasons. You can live in the buzzing Capital of Finland, but still be in
Autumn Bliss: Hiking the St. Olav Waterway – Travelogue
The St. Olav Waterway is an old pilgrim path, leading all the way from Turku to Norway. The Finnish part of the trail was officially opened to pilgrims just last May, and I’v
My Outdoor Favourites
I am not a professional outdoorsy person, but I have pretty strong opinions on, well, everything. My recent hiking trip to the St. Olav Waterway reminded me how much I enjoy playin
A perfect Helsinki Day for the last day of my 20s – #AllasDaycation
Right in the Helsinki harbour, actually even directly on the harbour, lies the Allas Sea Pool – which at this point already has become a truly iconic and unique place in the