Unforgettable Travel Stories and Honest Reviews

Finnoy Travel is a bi-lingual (Finnish & English) travel blog which started 7 years ago as a simple blog publishing immigration and travel tips.

We focus also on writing authentic travel service reviews - airlines, airport lounges and payment cards. Though in the years since, we’ve also written about road trips, cruise travel, hiking and driving tips while travelling abroad.

Check out our latest articles below and get ideas for nice journeys!

Guide to Stockholm Arlanda Airport Lounges

Updated on 14/10/24

Stockholm Arlanda Airport is the largest airport in Sweden, with over 25 million passengers passing through its gates every year. With such a high volume of travellers, it's no surprise that the airport houses many lounges to let passengers unwind before flights. Lounges offer a range of amenities such as comfortable seating, complimentary food and drinks, and even shower facilities. In this article, we'll introduce all Stockholm Arlanda Airport lounges. Read the article and find your favourite one.

Curve Card - Is It Good for a Traveller?

Published 12/10/24

Curve is a mobile wallet that helps you to save money, especially among travellers. Read our review to find out how we have benefited from Curve.

Porvoo Christmas 2024 - Worth the Visit?

Published 12/10/24

Last year, we visited Porvoo Christmas Market in early December. As we were expecting, the market was small. However, we were surprised by the variety of services and the warm atmosphere despite the frost. In 2024, Christmas in Porvoo is a little different but shares the same characteristics. Read about our last year Porvoo Christmas Market experiences and know what is different in the year 2024.

Must-Visit Stockholm's Christmas Markets 2024

Published 11/10/24

We embarked on a ferry trip from Helsinki to Stockholm to explore two of its famous Christmas Markets: Skansen located in an open-air museum and Stortorget in the Old Town. Despite sharing certain common features, the two markets retain their unique characteristics offering different experiences to visitors. Dive into our experiences to discover how these Christmas markets distinguish themselves from each other.

Christmas Markets in Riga 2024 - Enjoy Latvian Tastes

Published 11/10/24

Riga is a beautiful winter destination and is one of the best Christmas destinations in Europe. The city organises many Christmas events for the whole family in the beautiful Old Town having its idyllic Christmas Market as the main highlight. The market stalls sell locally produced Latvian products and snacks including traditional Christmas foods and drinks. Read more about Riga's Christmas markets.

Tallinnnan joulumarkkinat 2024 - edullista nostalgiaa

Published 10/10/24

Tallinn Old Town has a wonderful Christmas atmosphere. It's a pleasure to visit Tallinn any time of the year but December is the most enjoyable time to do it. Read our latest article sharing information and tips about Tallinn Christmas Market 2024.

Review: CIP Lounge at Antalya Airport - Happy Suprise

Published 10/10/24

We were to fly from Antalya to Helsinki on an August evening and, as airport lounge enthusiasts, were eager to experience the CIP Lounge in Terminal 2. Despite reading numerous negative reviews, we decided to give it a try. While our expectations were low, we ended up rating the lounge 3.5 stars. Read on to find out why.

Review: Wise -the Best Money Card For Travellers?

Updated on 10/10/24

Wise is a solution for travellers, nomads and immigrants needing a multi-currency account. With Wise, you can transfer money safely, exchange currencies at the best rate in the market, and spend the currencies in your account with a Wise debit card. The fees involved in Wise are relatively lower than with its competitors. Read more from our Wise review.

A Guide to Helsinki Airport Lounges

Updated on 06/10/24

There are six airport lounges in Helsinki Airport. Three are in the Schengen zone, and the others are in the non-Schengen side. Read our informative guide to the Helsinki Airport lounges and learn how to access them.

Review: Finnair - a Reflection of Nordic Quality?

Updated on 04/10/24

We have flown multiple times with Finnair. The Finnish state-owned carrier operates flights to destinations in Europe, America and Asia. In this review, we share our Finnair experiences and rate the airline.

Review: Plaza Premium Lounge at Helsinki Airport

Published 28/09/24

In August 2024, we visited Plaza Premium Lounge Helsinki at the beginning of our summer trip. Since we usually fly to Schengen destinations, this was our first time in this lounge as it's located outside the Schengen area at the airport. We had heard a lot about the lounge and had high expectations. Read the full review to find out how we rated this lounge.

Eurovision Song Contest 2025: How to Attend Live Shows

Updated on 30/08/24

Have you ever witnessed the thrilling performances of the Eurovision Song Contest live or only watched on TV? We've experienced it firsthand, and it has been incredible. If you're thinking about going to the Eurovision Song Contest 2025, it's crucial to prepare soon since tickets and accommodations can be scarce. This article offers our best strategy for making your bookings.