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Fintraffic: Easter Traffic on Good Friday Similar to a Quiet Sunday
Fintraffic had previously estimated that Good Friday traffic would be heavy between the morning...
We Visited the Matka Travel Fair
The program covers current tourism phenomena, destination tips and travel trends.
Frost Froze Train Toilets on the Way from Rovaniemi to Helsinki
A long-distance train from Rovaniemi to Helsinki stopped for bathroom breaks in several cities along the way on Tuesday evening.
How the Visit of Swedish Royals Made Small Town Loviisa Come Alive Again, If Only For a Day
What happens when Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel of Sweden visit a small town in southern Finland, which was named after a Swedish Queen in the 18th century? This time, the Swedish Crown Princess came to inaugurate a piece of land near the end of September. Well … the elderly were rubbing their eyes in amazement, and children and some adults wore crowns made of cardboard. Finland Today followed the visit, and here’s the report.
Finnair to Start Charging Extra for Excess Carry-On Luggage
Punctuality is very important for Finnair’s customers, so in the near future, only a small bag is allowed at no extra cost.
Ruoka & Mat Offers Asian Street Food in a New Cozy Place in Helsinki Center
Ruoka & Mat restaurant area in the renewed Fennia block offers a comfortable setting for your needs, whether it’s dining or a break from busy everyday life.
Get to Know Druskininkai – On Bicycles and Skis
Druskininkai is a beautiful spa town surrounded by surreal nature, located in the corner of Lithuania.
7 Best Things to See in Riga
Riga is a beautiful Baltic city that is largely undiscovered by mass tourism and offers a totally out-of-the-box travel experience.
Finlands Cuts Russian Tourist Visa Applications to Half Beginning on Thursday
The Ministry for Foreign Affairs is limiting the number of visa application appointments available in Russia each day to half of normal.
GALLERY: New Terminal at Helsinki Airport Brings Services Under One Roof
Finavia opened a new terminal at Helsinki Airport on Tuesday, which centralizes the check-in, security controls and baggage claims in a single terminal.
Finnair Finds Alternative Route to Tokyo By Avoiding Russian Airspace
Earlier in the week, Russia announced the closure of its airspace to air carriers of 36 states, including Finland.
Traffic Law Requires Winter Tires to Be Used From November 1 If the Weather So Requires
Failing to follow the new legislation could lead to a penalty of 100 euros, or a fine.
Finland’s Passport Ranks Fourth Best in the World; Gives Visa-Free Access to 188 Countries
The Henley Passport Index is the original ranking of all the world’s passports according to the number of destinations their holders can access without a prior visa.
Travel Operators Sign Helsinki Declaration, a Commitment to Responsible Tourism
Responsibility and sustainability are more relevant than before in Finns’ travel decisions: the majority favor local service providers, such as hotels and restaurants.
The Pros and Cons of a Proposed Flight Tax in Finland
A citizens’ initiative for taxing air travel gathers over 50,000 signatures and heads to the parliament for consideration.
I Sat Down With a Finnish Restaurant Owner Who Serves Local North Carelian Food – This is What I learned
What exactly does North Carelian food look like? I aim to find out.
We Stayed Two Nights in a Mobile Village and Loved It
The flying cottage offers everything you need for festival accommodation.
The Republic of Estonia Turns 100 – To Celebrate It, We Immersed in Estonian Stories in Design Hotel Estoria
A visit to this fine hotel taught us great things about the proud nation.
Yyteri Is One of the Most Beautiful Beaches in Finland And The Hotel Welcomes Dogs, Too
We visited Yyteri, the beach, the hotel and the spa and were happily welcomed with our dog.
We Visited Estonian’s First Skyscraper Hotel That Was Built by Finns 45 Years Ago – 18th Floor Reveals a Heartfelt Connection
The whole 18th floor celebrates the centenary of Finland’s independence with a great view.