https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/finland tourism/ Finland Tourism News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T09:37:07+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/helsinki-clears-up-the-biggest-sauna-misconception-just-in-time-for-eurovis/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/helsinki-clears-up-the-biggest-sauna-misconception-just-in-time-for-eurovis/ Eurovision has sparked global curiosity about one of Finland’s most iconic traditions: the sauna. But for many, the idea of stepping into one comes with uncertainty — do you have to be naked, is talking allowed, and what’s with the felt hat? Now Helsinki is inviting everyone to experience a sauna culture that’s less about rules and more about what feels right. As Eurovision fans set their sights on Basel, another cultural star is quietly gaining global attention: the Finnish sauna. While many may recognise the image of a steamy wooden room and a plunge into icy water, the act of stepping into a sauna can feel surprisingly intimidating. Sat, 17 May 2025 06:09:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bear-watching-star-gazing-in-finlands-wilderness-september-2025/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bear-watching-star-gazing-in-finlands-wilderness-september-2025/ A six-day journey through Kuhmo, Kostamustie and Tulijärvi that invites travellers to slow down, embrace the rhythm of the wilderness and experience the profound magic of the Arctic. Experience the untouched beauty of Finland’s Arctic Taiga on an unforgettable six-day adventure designed to reconnect travellers with nature’s wonders. From the remote forests of Kuhmo to the breathtaking landscapes of Tulijärvi, this journey is a perfect blend of wildlife encounters, celestial wonders and immersive cultural experiences. Thu, 06 Mar 2025 07:59:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/from-forest-to-table-finlands-leading-foraging-chef-partners-with-boutique/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/from-forest-to-table-finlands-leading-foraging-chef-partners-with-boutique/ Billnäs Gård, the six-room luxury boutique hotel set in a restored 1912 manor house an hour from Helsinki, announces an exclusive culinary partnership with Sami Tallberg, Finland’s foremost foraging expert and acclaimed chef. This collaboration marries Tallberg’s two decades of wild food expertise with Billnäs Gård’s commitment to local produce and French-Finnish culinary heritage. Wed, 04 Dec 2024 07:02:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finnair-launches-super-sale-to-finn-ish-the-year/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finnair-launches-super-sale-to-finn-ish-the-year/ Finland’s flag carrier, Finnair, is getting ready to ‘finn-ish’ the year on a high, having just launched a range of new deals for customers looking to travel to Finland and beyond this winter. The new sale, which includes a number of the airline’s most popular destinations for travel from the UK, gives customers the opportunity to do their own Christmas shopping, by bagging a bargain break for 2025. For those looking for a winter weekend escape in the ‘World’s Happiest Country’, the Nordic carrier is offering one-way fares from London to the Finnish capital, Helsinki, from as little as £89*. Fri, 15 Nov 2024 07:35:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-matka-nordic-travel-fair/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-matka-nordic-travel-fair/ Matka Nordic Travel Fair, considered by many to the preeminent travel trade show in northern Europe, made its long-awaited return to Helsinki earlier this month following a three-year hiatus following disruption caused by Covid-19. Breaking Travel News here calls in Wed, 25 Jan 2023 16:59:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/icn-announces-helsinki-as-venue-for-congress-in-2025/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/icn-announces-helsinki-as-venue-for-congress-in-2025/ The International Council of Nurses (ICN) and the Finnish Nurses Association (FNA) have announced that they will co-host the 2025 ICN Congress in Helsinki, Finland. Fri, 24 Jun 2022 14:50:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finland-unveils-pavilion-at-dubai-expo-2020/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finland-unveils-pavilion-at-dubai-expo-2020/ Inspired by the white blanket of snow covering the Finnish landscape from autumn until spring, the pavilion resembles a white, snow-covered Arabic tent. Tue, 28 Sep 2021 07:36:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finland-reopens-to-travellers-from-the-uk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finland-reopens-to-travellers-from-the-uk/ Finnish border restrictions have now eased, allowing travellers from the UK who have been fully vaccinated to enter with no additional quarantine or testing requirements. Tue, 27 Jul 2021 08:09:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finland-to-open-to-vaccinated-travellers-next-week/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finland-to-open-to-vaccinated-travellers-next-week/ Travellers from EU and Schengen countries will be able to enter Finland without any additional health safety measures from July 12th. Wed, 07 Jul 2021 07:00:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-turku-the-oldest-city-in-finland/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-turku-the-oldest-city-in-finland/ While guests to Finland are likely familiar with Helsinki and Lapland, Turku remains something of a hidden gem. Here Sapphire Goss takes a tour for Breaking Travel News to discover its restaurants, bars and centuries old architecture Fri, 07 Feb 2020 10:52:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hyatt-hotels-to-take-unbound-collection-into-finland/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hyatt-hotels-to-take-unbound-collection-into-finland/ Expected to open in 2022, the 224-room Grand Hansa Hotel will become the first the Unbound Collection by Hyatt property in the Nordics as the brand enjoys continued momentum across Europe. Wed, 18 Dec 2019 10:06:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-takes-off-for-turku-finland/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-takes-off-for-turku-finland/ Wizz Air has launched the only direct route from the UK to Finland’s oldest city, Turku. Flights will operate from Wizz Air UK’s base at London Luton Airport on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Tue, 02 Jul 2019 08:41:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rent-a-finn-seeks-to-capitalise-on-un-happiness-recognition/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rent-a-finn-seeks-to-capitalise-on-un-happiness-recognition/ Finland has been hailed as the happiest nation in the world for the second successive year by the United Nations World Happiness Report. This summer, travellers have a chance to discover true happiness by staying with locals in Finland thanks to an exciting new initiative. Wed, 03 Apr 2019 07:29:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/plaza-premium-lounge-to-open-at-location-at-helsinki-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/plaza-premium-lounge-to-open-at-location-at-helsinki-airport/ Plaza Premium Lounge was selected by airport operator, Finavia, through a public tendering process and will be located in the non-Schengen terminal in line with the expansion of the new central plaza. Wed, 31 Oct 2018 05:26:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visit-finland-launches-new-agent-training-website/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visit-finland-launches-new-agent-training-website/ The new platform offers a wealth of information to help build knowledge of the incredible country allowing agents to become experts across all areas of the country. Tue, 07 Aug 2018 08:01:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finnair-extends-stopover-options-for-uk-passengers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finnair-extends-stopover-options-for-uk-passengers/ Finnair is now offering their customers flying from the UK to cities in Europe a quick and easy StopOver in Finland en route to their final destination. Fri, 29 Jun 2018 05:15:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atm-2018-finnish-tourist-authority-debuts-at-industry-leading-event/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/atm-2018-finnish-tourist-authority-debuts-at-industry-leading-event/ The Finnish tourist authority, Visit Finland, has highlighted an increase in global and UAE visitor numbers as the government entity makes its debut on the exhibition floor at Arabian Travel Market. Tue, 24 Apr 2018 04:35:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finland-selected-as-partner-country-for-itb-china/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finland-selected-as-partner-country-for-itb-china/ From May 16th-18th the focus of ITB China, the travel industry event taking place in Shanghai, will be on its partner destination Finland. Wed, 28 Feb 2018 09:29:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/helsinki-leads-nordic-travel-boom/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/helsinki-leads-nordic-travel-boom/ Last year the number of overnight stays in Helsinki broke the four-million barrier for the first time ever, representing year-on-year growth of 13 per cent. Thu, 22 Feb 2018 08:38:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/helsinki-partners-with-tencent-to-woo-chinese-visitors/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/helsinki-partners-with-tencent-to-woo-chinese-visitors/ Finnish capital Helsinki has launched a new partnership with Chinese technology giant Tencent to create a ground-breaking channel straight into the mobile devices of WeChat users. Fri, 16 Feb 2018 09:37:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finland-draws-on-national-heritage-for-new-ad-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finland-draws-on-national-heritage-for-new-ad-campaign/ To honour the 100th anniversary of the country’s independence from Russia, Visit Finland has launched an exciting new campaign: The Symphony of Extremes - Born from Finnish DNA. Mon, 24 Jul 2017 08:56:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/javri-lodge-to-reopen-in-december-following-renovations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/javri-lodge-to-reopen-in-december-following-renovations/ Jávri Lodge is to reopen on December 1st. The adults-only boutique lodge caters for just 26 guests and was once the retreat of Finland’s longest-serving president, Urho Kekkonen. Wed, 12 Jul 2017 09:26:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finnair-to-link-gatwick-with-kittilae-lapland-for-winter-2018/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finnair-to-link-gatwick-with-kittilae-lapland-for-winter-2018/ Finnair has announced that it will start flying non-stop from the UK to Kittilä, in Lapland, in addition to the previously announced new service to Ivalo. The new direct service will link London Gatwick and Kittilä once a week from December 12th until the end of March, 2018. Fri, 05 May 2017 08:36:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-aland-islands-finland/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-aland-islands-finland/ Situated half-way between the Finnish city of Turku and Swedish capital Stockholm, the Åland Islands are that rarest of travel curiosities - an undiscovered gem. Here Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole calls in for a visit to see just what it is that makes them so special. Fri, 21 Apr 2017 09:56:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-scandic-paasi-helsinki/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-scandic-paasi-helsinki/ Scandic Paasi is known for its excellent service and central location, with all the most popular sights in Helsinki just a short walk way. Here Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole calls in for the night to see what this one-of-a-kind hotel brings to the Finnish hospitality scene. Wed, 19 Apr 2017 13:35:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-hotel-katajanokka-helsinki/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-hotel-katajanokka-helsinki/ Hotel Katajanokka is a privately-owned lifestyle hotel, renovated with loving care in the historic premises of a former Helsinki county prison. Inside the red brick walls guests will find a magic world of contrasts – with serene comfort, stylish design and a hint of Nordic luxury. Here Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole calls in for the night. Tue, 18 Apr 2017 15:17:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-matka-nordic-travel-fair/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-matka-nordic-travel-fair/ Each year Matka Nordic Travel Fair presents approximately 1,000 exhibitors, representing 80 countries, to 70,000 visitors. They gather in Finland´s largest and most versatile congress centre, Messukeskus, to shape the future of Nordic travel. Here Eleanor Hawkins visits for Breaking Travel News to find out more. Wed, 01 Feb 2017 10:13:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-a-century-of-finnish-independence/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-a-century-of-finnish-independence/ This year marks the centenary of Finnish independence from Russia, on December 6th, 1917. With a year of celebrations now underway, Eleanor Hawkins here visits capital Helsinki to see how the occasion is being marked. Mon, 30 Jan 2017 15:41:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finland-launches-nature-days-2017-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/finland-launches-nature-days-2017-campaign/ The Nature Days 2017 campaign - one of the most extensive Suomi Finland100 celebrations - has launched in Finland. The campaign encourages people to explore the great outdoors on four designated days throughout the year – February 4th, May 20th, June 17th and August 26th. Mon, 30 Jan 2017 10:49:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/moominvalley-museum-to-debut-in-tampere-finland/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/moominvalley-museum-to-debut-in-tampere-finland/ From June 2017, Moomins, the beloved Finnish icons created by Tove Jansson, will be on display at a dedicated museum in Tampere Hall. The only museum of its kind, Moominvalley Museum, will present the world of the Moomin books in a completely new way. Fri, 16 Dec 2016 05:30:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visit-finland-inks-deal-with-travelport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visit-finland-inks-deal-with-travelport/ Travelport has signed a new marketing partnership with VisitFinland to promote its stopover programme targeting Asian travellers visiting Europe. Under the first stage of the agreement, VisitFinland will leverage Travelport’s digital media solutions to promote Finland a key stopover destination through an integrated digital media campaign. Sat, 22 Oct 2016 09:17:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-launches-new-services-to-helsinki-finland/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-launches-new-services-to-helsinki-finland/ The Finnish capital of Helsinki welcomed the first Qatar Airways flight from Doha, inaugurating the new daily service that will connect Helsinki to more than 150 destinations worldwide. Qatar Airways’ Airbus A320, which will operate the route, has a two-class configuration with 12 seats in Business Class and 120 seats in Economy Class. Tue, 11 Oct 2016 08:44:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visit-finland-launches-online-marketing-drive/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/visit-finland-launches-online-marketing-drive/ Navigate Media Group has kicked off its newest campaign for Visit Finland. The campaign, called ‘Finland Blogsposure’, will run in February and showcase Finland as a winter destination by emphasising the breadth of options available for visitors at that time of year. Mon, 18 Feb 2013 09:04:51 +0000