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!
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.
Before our return flight to Helsinki from Belgrade, we had the opportunity to stop by the Air Serbia Premium Lounge at Belgrade Airport. Our experience left us with mixed feelings: while the lounge offered diverse services and excellent food, there were also areas that could be enhanced. Explore the complete review and discover what impressed us and where there is room for improvement.
During our autumn trip to Iceland, we experienced the business class of Finnair's Airbus A319 and A321. Although the service was superior compared to the economy class, there were areas that could be further improved. Read our review to discover our assessment of Finnair's short-haul business class and what we think is the ideal price range for it.
Riga is a beautiful winter destination and definitely is one of the best Christmas destinations in Europe. The city organizes many Christmas events for the whole family in the beautiful Old Town having its idyllic Christmas markets as the main highlights. The market stalls sell locally produced Latvian products and snacks including traditional Christmas foods and drinks. Read more about Riga's Christmas markets.
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 2023.
Finnair Schengen Lounge, one of the five business lounges at Helsinki Airport, is a place we've frequented often. Our most recent visit was en route to Reykjavik. Our Finnair Lounge review will provide insights into the evolution of the lounge's service level and our comprehensive evaluation of the lounge.
Before our return flight from Keflavik Airport (KEF) to Helsinki, we received an invitation from Finnair to visit a lounge. As Finnair doesn't operate a lounge at KEF, they extended this courtesy via the Icelandair Saga Lounge. The lounge exceeded our expectations, boasting spacious interiors, an impressive food and drink selection, plus a serene environment. This was precisely what we sought for a relaxing visit pre-departure. For a more detailed account of the Icelandair Saga Lounge, refer to the full article.
Driving in Iceland during a vacation is an incredible way to explore the country's breathtaking landscapes and natural wonders. With well-maintained roads and the freedom to go wherever you please, renting a car in Iceland is recommended. However, driving in Iceland differs from driving in most other countries in certain aspects. Read from this article what are the important things you should know so you can make the most of your Icelandic adventure and create unforgettable memories with a hire car. Learn also about our driving experiences in Iceland.
We listed the best Christmas markets in Helsinki. Read the article and know which markets you should visit in December 2023.
We had the pleasure of visiting Blue Lagoon Geothermal Spa in Iceland in the crisp autumn month of September. In the article, we delve deep into our personal experiences, detailing the invigorating dips in the Blue Lagoon's geothermal pools, the ethereal beauty of the surroundings, and the overall atmosphere that Blue Lagoon effortlessly exudes. We'll be sharing not only the highlights and memorable moments of our trip but also some practical tips and insights that can help future travellers plan a seamless visit. Click through to read our full Blue Lagoon article.
Before the summer finally came to an end in Helsinki, we decided to board m/s Gabriella, a ferry owned and operated by Viking Line. This ferry brought us to Stockholm where we spent 6 and a half hours in the Swedish capital before the return journey. This ferry is old but it still has many high-quality services: restaurants, shops, bars, entertainment, sauna and much more. Read more about our trip from the review.
When July was ending, we boarded Tallink m/s Megastar for a 5-hour cruise. We wanted to enjoy delicious food and breathe fresh sea air. The cruise was perfect until a sad incident happened. Read the story to know what is Megastar like and what went wrong on our cruise.
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