First-timer’s guide: what to expect, what to bring, and how to avoid the most common mistakes on one of Finland’s most beautiful lakeshore trails. Iso-Melkutin is the kind of lake that stops you mid-step. The water is exceptionally clear: the sort of clarity that makes you want to stop, stare, and eventually wade in with […]
Many are surprised to learn that Finland’s coast offers interesting opportunities for snorkeling. Although the Baltic Sea is relatively shallow and low in salinity, its underwater world is diverse and easy to explore even without diving equipment. Snorkeling gives visitors a new perspective on this northern sea and makes a seaside holiday in Finland even […]
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. […]
