A summer morning dawned in Uusikaupunki, cloudy but warm. I’ve always loved sea trips, and today I was embarking on a special adventure: my first-ever cruise to Isokari Lighthouse. The itinerary promised a sea journey to the island, a guided tour, lunch, access to the lighthouse, and some free time on the island before returning. […]
Finland boasts a few dozen official national landscapes, the most famous of which is probably Koli National Park. However, there are also other renowned places such as the Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park, the maritime Helsinki and Porvoo Old Town. Among these national landscapes are also lesser-known gems, and one such jewel is the picturesque, utterly charming […]
In Kemiönsaari island, Southwestern Finland, you can stay in a real treehouse, where cozy beds and the gentle murmur of the Nordic forest lull you into a good night’s sleep. The atmosphere in the treehouse at Storfinnhova Metsäkylä is like a cozy nest. The afternoon light filters through the forest, warming the forest floor cooled […]
I’ve never felt more like a modern city dweller than when I found myself standing in the doorway of a small hay barn in Suomussalmi. The barn is filled with fragrant, clean hay, piled over a meter high even at the end of summer, and I have no idea what to do next. How do […]
In Teijo National Park, located in Southwestern Finland in the city of Salo, diverse nature and traces of history intertwine charmingly. Besides the wilderness-like marshes and lake landscapes, Teijo offers stunning forests, rocky highlands, and even a coastline. The manor culture and human presence have shaped this versatile region into something truly unique. In this […]
As a great tit welcomes me with its cheerful song, I lift my camera rucksack onto my back. From the almost empty Haltia carpark I walk to the starting point of the Connecting Trail, from which many other Nuuksio trails also begin. I walk in the direction of the sign to Haukkalampi. The marker for […]
Head to Pyhäranta’s Hierkonpolku trail to enjoy the colorful coastal nature of the Bothnian Sea! Located near the beautiful city of Rauma, this stunning natural destination is perfect for families: the trail is relatively short, varied, and interesting, with a couple of campfire spots along the way. You can relish the sounds of the coastal […]
In commercial collaboration with Kanava Resort and SaimaaHoliday Oravi One of the best places to see the cute and endangered saimaa ringed seal, native to Finland only!, is Linnansaari National Park situated in South Savo. The national park consists of hundreds of islands, so you’ll need to get on the water or at least be […]
Our small crew has journeyed from the countryside to the city by land, and now it’s time to set sail from Helsinki’s Halkolaituri pier. Surrounding the pier are numerous magnificent vessels adorned with various masts, plenty of ropes, fine details, and an aura of a bygone era. I’m no seasoned sailor, but standing on the […]
Nestled among the central Finnish pines at Kivijärvi (Rocky Lake), a peculiar sight rises. This dark cabin, with its sleek Scandinavian lines, appears almost floating between the trees, suspended halfway between the roots and the treetops. A comparatively light-structured pillar supports this grand spectacle, evoking images of a majestic bird feeder. However, this cabin is […]
