Finland

Nordic Visitor has been creating excellent travel experiences for customers in Iceland since it was established in 2002. Since then, we have grown across the Nordic region, while retaining our passionate belief that your trip should be memorable for all the right reasons.

It is the culture that makes a place unique and, as we are talking about Finland and the Finnish people here, a little bit weird. It is the culture that makes you say what? Whaaat?! I feel that the relatively odd Finnish habits are a part of our charm. A major part of our charm. Actually, now that I think about it, I’d even slam an equal sign here and say Finnish quirkiness = Finnish charm.

Scandinavia is a huge and varied region. Stretching from the frozen Arctic wastes of the north, to the gentle, rural flat lands of the south, it’s an epic destination that you’ll need time to enjoy fully.

With access to live sailings and the best fares on a number of ferry routes in and around Scandinavia, at Direct Ferries you are sure to find the right ferry crossing at the lowest price. Direct Ferries have numerous options in Scandinavia connecting many destinations to each other covering a large choice of crossings from the shortest and cheapest to the longest and most luxurious. Find ferry timetables and prices for your ferry crossing around Scandinavia by selecting your preferred route from the fare search, number of passengers, and then click search.

If you’re looking for a country rich in natural beauty and epic landscapes, Finland is the place to be. We explored many of the most (and least) popular places to visit in Finland and really fell in love with the country along the way. With so many great places to see, deciding what to do in Finland can actually be pretty challenging.

As the official capital of Lapland and unofficial gateway to the Arctic, Rovaniemi is easily one of the most popular places to visit in Finland. It’s certainly one of the best places to stop off at in Lapland, and even a great place to base yourself.

Finland is full of fun and fantastic places to stay, whether you’re looking for an upmarket design hotel or a simple cabin in the woods. We’ve trawled through a selection of treehouses, private islands and lakeside lodges – many with their own sauna, of course – and picked out our 10 favourite places to stay in Finland.

AllTrails has 558 great hiking trails, trail running trails, mountain biking trails and more, with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers, and nature lovers like you. Just looking to take a quick stroll? We've got 310 easy trails in Finland ranging from 1 to 50.4 km and from 2 to 1,025 meters above sea level.

Pictures say more than 1000 words! Video clips give you a direct impression of the country and its people. Whether it's 4 or 40 minutes long, you get a wide selection on YouTube ...

Korkeasaari Zoo is home to 150 animal species and almost 1000 plant species that are testament to the diversity of nature. Meet the large Amur tigers, tiny pygmy marmosets, agile snow leopards, impressive wisents and dazzling, free roaming peafowls alongside indigenous Finnish species such as the elk, bear, wolverine and forest reindeer. All this while enjoying the silence and peace of the Finnish nature surrounding you.

Crowd-free slopes, fantastic skiing for all abilities and some of the world’s best slope-side cuisine: what’s not to love about a Scandinavian ski holiday?

Please check for travel restrictions before booking and travelling to an accommodation. Travel may be permitted only for certain purposes and in particular, touristic travel may not be allowed...

Food is an important part of travel, but things get complicated when you have to eat 100% gluten free. What is a trip to Paris without a buttery, flaky croissant? Or a trip to Rome without devouring a whole pizza? Lucky for you, you can travel pretty much anywhere in Europe gluten free with a little bit of planning...