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Travel Destination: Vöyri, Hometown of the band KAJ – Part 4/4

Article: Mari and Mika Leijo The municipality of Vöyri and its surrounding areas offer a wonderfully diverse region for nature lovers. We only managed to scratch the surface of what the area has to offer, even though we spent an entire week there from June 7 to 14, 2025. But during the week, we did […]

Travel Destination: Vöyri, Hometown of the band KAJ – Part 3/4

Article: Mari and Mika Leijo The municipality of Vöyri and its surrounding areas offer a wonderfully diverse region for nature lovers. We only managed to scratch the surface of what the area has to offer, even though we spent an entire week there from June 7 to 14, 2025. But during the week, we did […]

Travel Destination: Vöyri, Hometown of the band KAJ – Part 1/4

Article: Mari and Mika Leijo The municipality of Vöyri and its surrounding areas offer a wonderfully diverse region for nature lovers. We only managed to scratch the surface of what the area has to offer, even though we spent an entire week there from June 7 to 14, 2025. We still missed more than a […]

On the Road to Lapland? Don’t miss Ii by the Sea – Here Are the Best Nature Destinations in Ii

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Tammerkoski: A National Landscape in the Heart of Tampere

Flowing through the center of Tampere, Tammerkoski is one of Finland’s most unique national landscapes—a tranquil waterway steeped in industrial history, surrounded by charming parks and red-brick heritage.

Crystal-clear water and fine sandy beach: this is Padva Beach on the Baltic Sea coast in Raseborg

Wade through turquoise waters, snorkel in crystal-clear shallows, and relax on sun-warmed sand—Padva Beach in Raseborg is a peaceful summer dream on the South-West coast of Finland.

Enchanted by the Grove: Ramsholmen’s Spring Magic in Åland

Ramsholmen in Åland is a fairytale-like grove best visited in late spring, when waves of woodland flowers—especially wild garlic—transform the landscape. Follow an easy trail beneath hazels and ancient trees, and experience a timeless escape into nature’s quiet magic.

How Finns Celebrate Summer: From Midsummer Magic to Everyday Summer Life

Experience the magic of a Finnish summer—from sunlit Midsummer celebrations and peaceful cottage life to berry picking, midnight swims, and coffee on a quiet terrace. Learn how Finns slow down, reconnect with nature, and savour the simple joys of the season.

Finnish Bilberry Pie – A Traditional Nordic Dessert You Need to Try

Finnish bilberry pie (mustikkapiirakka, sometimes also called blueberry pie) is a beloved Nordic dessert made with wild bilberries, offering a rich, tangy flavor straight from the Finnish forests. Try our traditional recipe and discover the best tips for baking this Finnish classic. Learn how bilberries differ from cultivated blueberries and how to enjoy them in other delicious Finnish treats!