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Tampere sits on the southern coast of Finland, tucked between two vast lakes, and is known for being the sauna capital of the ...

Planning a trip this winter? Yes, it’s tempting to look for sunny spots where you can lie on a beach or play golf. But some of my favourite winter vacations have been to northerly destinations at ...

There’s a word in Finnish which evades translation: löyly. It’s commonly used to describe the steam that rises when water is poured onto hot stones in a sauna. But it also signifies spirit or life ...

Finland is famed for saunas, Northern Lights, and Santa Claus, among others. Still, winter is not even the most popular time to visit the country. In July 2024, over 1.8 million tourists arrived, ...

With 47% of travelers planning a winter holiday in 2025, winter travel makes a strong comeback. For those venturing outside of North America, 45% consider Europe. Finland, the world’s happiest country ...