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!
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.
Vilnius Airport has only one business lounge, Narbutas Business Lounge. It impressed us with its modern design, comfortable seating, and clean environment. Food and drinks were good, with a cold buffet and various beverages, but lacked hot meals. Read more about our Narbutas Lounge experience from the article.
In July, we had the pleasure of having a cruise from Helsinki, Finland to Visby, Sweden onboard Tallink's m/s Victoria I. In this article, we share our experiences with the ferry's services, rate the ferry and give useful tips to travellers planning to sail with the same vessel. While the ferry was not the most comfortable one, we still had a nice journey. Read more from our ferry review.
The article reviews our mini cruise on m/s Finncanopus by Finnlines, a Finnish ferry which sails between Naantali, Finland and Kapellskär, Sweden with a stop in the Åland Islands. We were impressed by the ferry's modern design, friendly staff, and variety of restaurants and bars. We also enjoyed the beautiful views from the outer decks and the comfortable cabins. Read the full story for more details about the ferry and our experience.
Our trip took us from Tallinn to Helsinki on Eckerö Line's m/s Finlandia. While it may not be the most modern ferry on the waves, Finlandia still provides a comfortable and up-to-date experience. This review dives into our experience on the ferry, including the highlights and any downsides we encountered. Keep reading and find out what impressed us aboard the m/s Finlandia.
Every year, we sail multiple times from Helsinki to Tallinn. This time, we took m/s Viking XPRS by Viking Line. It is not the newest ferry but still modern. You can have a drink, eat or enjoy entertainment onboard. There is also a tax-free store to do shopping. Read our review of Viking XPRS.
We've had the pleasure of experiencing the Sala Galdós lounge at Gran Canaria Airport twice. The improvements between our 2018 and 2024 visits were remarkable. The layout and design had undergone upgrades, creating an inviting space. Accessing the lounge was convenient, with options for Priority Pass members and others. In this review, we'll delve into why we believe Sala Galdós is a must-visit for your upcoming travels.
It is common nowadays that flights are cancelled before the planned travel dates. It may be that the airline is no longer able to fly to certain destinations. Read our article to know which is a wiser decision to make, whether to accept the refund as an airline voucher or to apply for a monetary refund.
We travel multiple times a year and that is why we have continuous travel medical insurance even though it is not necessarily required by anyone. Our travel medical insurance is always valid whenever we exit Finland. In this article, we describe why it is important to have insurance even if you are visiting only your neighbouring country. Read this article and learn what you should know about travel insurance.
We embarked on the m/s Viking Cinderella for a journey from Helsinki to Stockholm. While the ferry may not boast the latest modern amenities, it charmed us with its nostalgic allure, and we enjoyed cruising aboard. Though some aspects could be better, the vessel still provided a delightful and economical cruising experience on the Baltic Sea. Dive into our comprehensive review to discover the services Cinderella provides and our take on them. Additionally, find out why we awarded the ferry a rating of three stars, despite it having the potential to earn one more.
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.
The lack of sunshine enticed us to leave the cold weather of Finland behind for a week-long getaway in Gran Canaria. We preferred to establish our base in the island's warm southern region, but we opted to rent a car for the flexibility to roam freely. In this article, we divulge the insights we gained about navigating the roads of Gran Canaria and offer useful advice. Dive into the article to discover essential information you need to know about driving in Gran Canaria.
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