Finland Holidays

Make your mark in Finland

The best thing about Finland is how roomy it is. This Nordic country’s bigger than the UK, but has way less people – the United Kingdom population tallies up a whopping 67 million people, while Finland’s soaring landscapes house under six million. The south’s famous for Helsinki, the coastal capital, while the north is home to Christmas-centric Lapland. In between, you can cherry-pick your way through rustic woodland villages and lakeside towns.

Time-capsule towns

You might already associate Finland with various things. Like its lake district – the largest in Europe – or its iconic links to Santa. The country’s famous for its capital, Helsinki. This bee-hive-buzzy metropolis is decked out with all kinds of eye-popping architecture. Then there’s Finland’s collection of rustic wooden towns, which stud the country like jelly sweets on a birthday cake. Take a trip back in time to preserved towns like Old Porvoo, an hour’s drive from the capital, Rauma in the west, or Loviisa in the south.

Saunas and sightseeing in Helsinki

There are over two million saunas in Finland, and some of the most luxurious can be found in Helsinki, in the sky. Yup, we’re not joking. The Helsinki Skywheel is basically the London Eye, but the pods are saunas. You can add Champagne to your experience and enjoy views over some of the city’s most famous buildings, like the Opera House and Senate Square. Other don’t-miss activities on a city break to Helsinki include boat trips, net-fresh seafood dining, and fresh coffee along the pretty waterfront.