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Helsinki-Vantaa Lounges – Travel More Comfortably

  • Last updated 29/05/25

The steep prices at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport’s restaurants and cafés are hardly a surprise. A glass of wine and a savoury pastry can cost more than a quality lunch at a good city restaurant. For the same money, you could spend time at a peaceful lounge that offers services beyond just food. In this article, we introduce the lounges at Helsinki-Vantaa and share affordable ways to visit them. Read on and start your next trip more comfortably.

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Wi-Fi on Finnair's Flights -Is It a Wise Purchase

  • Published 20/11/25

We have used Finnair’s Wi-Fi several times on European flights. Wi-Fi lets you access the aircraft’s free and paid entertainment options and also provides onboard internet. In this article, we examine whether Finnair's in-flight Wi-Fi is reliable enough for basic work tasks during the flight.

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Review: Morrow Bank Mastercard for Travellers

  • Published 22/10/25

Morrow Bank Mastercard is a competitor to Bank Norwegian´s Visa. Both cards have similar features. Although the Morrow Bank credit card is not targeted at travellers, frequent travellers can benefit significantly from it. Please read our review to familiarise yourself with the Morrow Bank Mastercard as we share our experiences.

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Porvoo Christmas 2025 - Worth the Visit?

  • Published 18/10/25

Porvoo is known for its beautiful Old Town. Still, in December, the city centre transforms into a Christmas wonderland glowing with festive lights, a grand Christmas tree, joyful carousels, and a welcoming holiday spirit. In 2025, the Porvoo Christmas Path adds a touch to the celebrations, featuring festive stalls, activities, and warm gathering spots along a picturesque route from the bus station area through the city centre to the Old Town and riverside. Read more in our article about Christmas in Porvoo 2025.

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A glögg market stall at the Skansen's Christmas Market.

Stockholm's Christmas Markets 2025 - Our Two Recommendations

  • Published 16/10/25

We embarked on a ferry trip from Helsinki to Stockholm to explore two famous Christmas Markets: Skansen, an open-air museum, and Stortorget in the Old Town. Despite sharing certain 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.

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Christmas Markets in Riga 2025 - Experience Latvian Traditions

  • Published 15/10/25

Riga is a charming winter capital and ranks among Europe’s top Christmas destinations. The city hosts numerous festive events for the whole family in the picturesque Old Town, with the enchanting Christmas Market as the centrepiece. Visitors can explore stalls offering locally made Latvian products and treats, including traditional holiday foods and beverages. Read more about Riga’s Christmas markets.

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Mobile Wallets Compared - Which Is the Best?

  • Published 11/10/25

Mobile payments are an integral part of everyday life, enabling fast transactions with a smartphone or wearable device. Apps like Apple Pay, Google Pay, Curve Pay, Samsung Pay, and MobilePay would allow users to make contactless payments, online transactions, and in-app purchases without the need for a physical card. We present the most popular mobile wallets, including their features, costs, and what you need to get started using them to make life easier.

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Clarion Airport Hotel Vantaa

Do Hotel Price Guarantees Work?

  • Published 11/10/25

Numerous hotel booking services advertise a best price guarantee. They promise to refund the price difference or even more if the same hotel room is found cheaper on another booking site. Is this just marketing talk, or do these promises hold true? Read about our experience with the Exe Hotels chain’s best price guarantee.

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