This summer of 2022, we had a weekend getaway cruising from Turku, Finland, to Stockholm, Sweden, on m/s Viking Grace by Viking Line. In this article, we share our cruising experiences and tell interesting details about this huge ferry. Aside from transporting cargo, Viking Grace is a big luxury ship. Read the article about the services this ferry offers.
Silja Serenade is one of the biggest ferries on the Baltic Sea. Finns and Swedes love having a 2-night cruise on m/s Silja Serenade. Read a story about our cruising experience and interesting facts about this ferry.
At the beginning of our summer trip in August 2024. Since we usually fly to Schengen destinations, this was our first time in this lounge outside the Schengen area at the airport. We had heard a lot about the lounge and had high expectations. Please read the full review to find out how we rated it.
Helsinki Airport has two Plaza Premium Lounges. We visited the one in the arrival hall. Either arriving or departing passengers can visit this lounge. As its name suggests, Plaza Premium Lounge offers premium quality. Read more from our lounge review based on our Plaza Premium Lounge visit in 2023.
We visited Pier Zero restaurant at Helsinki Airport twice this autumn. The Scandinavian Pier Zero is an architecturally impressive sight, offering tasty food with friendly service. The view of the runway is almost unobstructed. It's not quite a perfect restaurant, though we can honestly recommend it. Please read our review to find out what's good about the restaurant and what could be improved.
We embarked on a cruise aboard m/s MyStar. In the article, we share our firsthand experiences, highlighting the services, amenities, and views that await us on this journey. From the delectable dining options to the Superstore, every aspect of the ferry was well-designed. The article also includes our ferry rating. If you're seeking a short but pleasant journey on the Baltic Sea, we recommend considering a trip with MyStar for your next cruise. Read more details from the article.
Morrow Bank Mastercard is a competitor for Bank Norwegian´s Visa. Both cards have similar features. Even though the Morrow Bank credit card is not targeted to travellers, frequent travellers can benefit significantly from it. Please read our review to familiarise yourself with Morrow Bank Mastercard as we share our experiences.
Before the summer finally ended 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 six and a half hours in the Swedish capital before the return journey. This ferry is old but still has many high-quality services: restaurants, shops, bars, entertainment, sauna and much more. Read more about our trip from the review.
We experienced Finnair's Airbus A319 and A321 business class during our autumn trip to Iceland. Although the service was superior to that of the economy class, some areas 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.
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.
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