Finland
Finland is one of those destinations that had always been on my bucket list, but I never got round to visiting it. The idea of seeing the Northern Lights in person absolutely fascinated me, but being a summer person, the thought of spending a week at Arctic temperatures was always too daunting.
When I was finally given the opportunity to visit Lapland in winter, I couldn’t help but take it. I spent a magical week travelling across Finland, Sweden and Norway.
We did all sorts of traditional Lapland adventures, like husky dog sledding, snowmobile tours and Finnish saunas. Here you will find all my top Finland and Lapland travel tips!
Quick travel facts about Finland
Where is Finland? Finland is in Northern Europe.
How to get there: You can find the cheapest flights to Finland via SkyScanner. You can also travel overland via train, car or bus from neighbouring countries.
Currency: Euro (EUR) – see the latest exchange rate here.
Electrical plugs in Finland: Types C&F – I recommend an international adapter so you can use it on multiple trips.
Capital city: Helsinki
Best time to visit: The best time to visit Finland ultimately depends on what you want to do. If you’re hoping to see the Northern Lights, visit Santa Claus and explore winter wonderland, then you obviously have to visit Finland in winter.
Finland has a lot to offer also in summer. In spring and summer you will find beautiful landscapes, with lots of opportunities for hiking.
How to travel around Finland: For long distances you can either get cheap national flights on SkyScanner, or travel via train or coach. You can also rent a car and drive around Finland very easily.
I was afraid about driving in the snow but the roads are actually very well kept and easy to drive on (even for someone like me who isn’t a great driver)!
Visa requirements: Finland is part of Schengen. Depending on your passport you can either travel to Finland without limitations or for up to 90 days without a visa.
