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Finnish flag on Viking XPRS

Viking XPRS Review - a Ferry from Helsinki to Tallinn

  • Published: 15/06/24

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.

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Helsinki Airport train station

Travelling by Train in Finland

  • Published: 19/07/23

Finland has a well-working railway system. VR is a state-owned company that operates Finland's passenger rail traffic. In our article, we share what you need to know before boarding a train in Finland. Read the article and know what are Finnish trains like.

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A restaurant in Kuusijärvi

Top 9 Things To See in Vantaa

  • Published: 01/01/22

Vantaa is a city in Southern Finland. It is where Helsinki Airport, the main and biggest airport in Finland is located. A friendly city among foreign nationals whereas one in every 10 of its population is an immigrant. Read our article about what things to do and see in this beautiful city.

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Norway road and landscape

Road Trip from Helsinki to Tromso

  • Published: 15/12/20

We made a road trip from Helsinki to Tromso via Finnish Lapland. Together, we drove thousands of kilometres but the experience was still rewarding. In this article, we share practical road trip tips and introduce sightseeing of Kilpisjärvi and Tromso. Read the full story.

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Viking Cinderella at Stockholm

Review of Cinderella: a Classic Cruise Experience

  • Published: 18/05/24

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.

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Suspension bridge in Repovesi National Park

Repovesi - Amazing National Park in Finland

  • Published: 28/07/23

As the summer was coming to an end, we decided to visit Repovesi National Park. The park's location was convenient and the weather forecast looked good. In this article, we'll give you some basic information about Repovesi National Park and share our own experiences. Repovesi gave us a fresh nature experience. Read more from the article.

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VR Locomotive at Tampere

Public Transport in Finland

  • Published: 16/01/23

As an adventurous traveller in Finland, you surely want to see many places. Finland is a big country compared to its population so changing the location takes time and it also costs money. We give hints on how to travel in Finland by bus, boat, train or aeroplane. By booking tickets wisely, you will save on the budget.

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Decorations at Porvoo Christmas Market

Porvoo Christmas Market 2023 - Worth the Visit?

  • Published: 09/12/23

We visited the 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. Read the article to find out what you can experience at the Christmas Market in Porvoo.

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Kaffebar at Old Rauma

Old Rauma - a UNESCO Destination in Finland

  • Published: 15/07/22

Old Rauma is one of the UNESCO destinations in Finland. Even though the city centre is small, it is a lively and international summer area. You can have a great lunch from any of the many restaurants, enjoy coffee and not forget the cultural activities that the town has to offer around the year. Read from our article why we recommend seeing beautiful the Old Rauma.

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