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Visiting the Wonderland of Scandinavia
Scandinavia – made up of Denmark, Finland, Sweden, Iceland and Norway – is a unique destination that has to be experienced to be truly understood. Denmark is the smallest of these Scandinavian countries and the home of the Little Mermaid along with other fairy tales. This country is very rich in history. It provides visitors with an unusual combination of bustling cities filled with modern buildings alongside quiet countryside, scattered with historical sites such as forts and castles. Inter Visit Scandinavia If you’re a music lover, you’re sure to enjoy one of the many music festivals that take place throughout the year, including the ever-popular Roskilde Festival. This music festival…
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Finding the Finnish Brown Bear
Bear tours can take you many places, but have you ever considered Finland? Home to Brown Bears, Finland is an excellent place to watch Bear. If you are considering taking up one of the wonderful bear tours offered by the top specialist wildlife travel companies, you may be somewhat surprised at your choice of destination. Finland is one of the lesser known destinations for bear tours but offers many wonderful opportunities to see these impressive creatures. Finnish Brown Bear The Brown Bear is, in fact, Finland’s national animal, but it is estimated that there are only about 1000 left in the country – as a result they are now a…
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Travel Tips to European Countries: Finland
Finland is an island, lake and forest country. The modern capital of Finland is Helsinki and is filled with museums and galleries. In summer, the sun never sets here and vice versa in winter. About the State Finland is an island, lake and forest country. The modern capital of Finland is Helsinki and is filled with museums and galleries. In summer, the sun never sets here and vice versa in winter. Culture While in Finland, greet the locals with a handshake. The people here are quite cheerful and don’t open up easily. Leave your shoes outside when you go to someone’s house. It was customary to wait until the toast…
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Finland: Pioneer of Accessible Adventure
In the event that access is disabled, the holiday to Finland cannot be topped. It is a beautiful and forward-thinking country that has made many of its sites accessible. Finland is one of our favorite vacation destinations in Can Be Done. It is a country that is forward-thinking and progressive, but also very beautiful with wild winter landscapes. For those looking for a unique break with easy disability access, a vacation to Finland is an excellent choice and we have some fantastic options for you to consider. Accessibility and Inclusivity Since the 1970s, Finland has worked hard to establish itself as a pioneer in terms of equity and accessibility. In…
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For Bear Watching, Finland is the Place to Go
For excellent bear watching, Finland is ideal. From a purpose-built hideout you have the chance to see these magnificent beasts in the wild. If you’ve always wanted to go bear watching, Finland is an excellent destination to consider. During the summer, when the country enjoys 24 hours of daylight, the chance to see the Brown Bears is great. Specialized wildlife travel companies offer packages that take you deep into the heart of the taiga forest, where these majestic animals make their home. You can spend the night with purpose built hiding, watching elusive creatures interact and socialize in their natural environment. It is truly a humbling experience. Interesting Bear Watching…
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Holiday Experts’ Guide for People with Disabilities to Finland
Finland is one of our favorite destinations for disabled holidays. Discover a country of breathtaking beauty, which is forward thinking and highly accessible. One of our most popular holidays for people with disabilities right now is to the pure Scandinavian country of Finland. It is a country that is neglected sometimes because of its northern position, but contains truly stunning Arctic beauty, sharp fresh air and some charming cities. Crucially, it’s also somewhere mostly accessible – and this is why I recommend this getaway to my nature-loving clients. Arrive in Helsinki (3 Nights) Arriving in the capital, you will immediately notice contemporary and forward-thinking design and attitude. At the same…
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Famous Finnish Foods
When people speak about Finnish Foods in the USA there isn’t a type of food that really sticks out. Big hearty meat dishes are probably what spring to most minds when Finnish food is mentioned. Meatballs in some sort of stew are super tasty and the Finns also love Reindeer as in the north there are more of this type of animal compared to humans. There is an interesting fact for you. Popular Finnish Foods Below we have included a list of some of the traditional Finnish foods that you should definitely try when you are visiting this marvelous country. Karjalanpiirakka Leipäjuusto Poronkäristys Silli ja uudet perunat Rapu Mustikkapiirakka This…
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How to Meet Santa in Finland
The amazing mystery as a child when it comes to Santa Claus is how does he together with his reindeers deliver the whole world’s presents in just one night. This is mind-blowing when you are young, and it gives this urge to want to meet the man in red! Lapland in Finland is one place where you can make this dream come true for your children! Meeting Santa Claus in Lapland Get yourself to Rovaniemi in Finland to meet the magical man and all of his Christmas crew! Your kids will remember this trip for the rest of their lives. The most convenient place for Santa Claus to stay on…
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Best Ski Resorts in Finland
There are way more than a handful of ski resorts in Finland, which isn’t surprising due to the cold weather that the country gets. We’ve put together a quick list of the best ski resorts in Finland, and some stories to go along with this popular Finnish pastime. Here is our quick summary list of the best ski resorts in Finland. Levi ski resort Kuusamo ski resort Laajis, Laajavuori ski resort Tahko ski resort Iso-Syöte ski resort Vuokatti ski resort Pyhä ski resort Ruka ski resort Saariselkä skit resort Messilä ski resort Ylläs ski resort The unofficial slogan of Finland is “Hanging with stags”. This combines the traditional definition of…
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What’s it Like Living in Finland?
There’s a lot to like about Finland, one of the world’s most stable and economically impressive countries. Unfortunately, a lot of Americans seem blind to it, and have never visited Finland, let alone debated living there. It’s important to remember, however, that what we have in Finland—a stable and professional economy—is not something that every country can offer to their civilians. And that stability has produced the country’s greatest success story: the Finns. So here’s some advice, straight from one of Finland’s own, for anyone looking to improve his or her international status—and who also plans to set a good example for the rest of the world: spend a couple…
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