In the picturesque lands of Finland, nestled between the arms of Scandinavia, lies a treasure trove of fascinating facts and cultural marvels. From Helsinki, the capital city and Scandinavia’s food capital, to the adventurous snowy landscapes of Levi, Finland offers…
Scandinavia, a region synonymous with stark beauty and frosty winters, undergoes a magical transformation as the colder months approach. This northern part of Europe, known for its stunning landscapes and rich cultural heritage, comes alive with a plethora of winter…
As you may know we invested in a DJI Phantom Vision 2+ flying camera/drone/UAV/RPAS some years ago here at Grown-up Travel Guide and have been addicted ever since. No matter what you call it – as you can see, these…
Celebrating New Year’s Eve Scandinavian style Believe it or not, it’s not only nearly Christmas, it’s also nearly that other time of the year again. The end of the year, to be precise. Time for reflection on the last 365…
So, by now you’ll be well aware that I have a bit of a thing for Finland. I’ve already gone nuts about the food scene and praised the hotel I stayed at for offering excellent value and a great location.…
I’ve been planning a trip to Finland with my family and I thought it might be a good idea to bump this article up to the front page. In case you missed it the first time – or just want…
Image (c) Radisson Blu Seaside Hotel In the middle of January I returned to Finland – this was my third time in Helsinki and my second stay at the Radisson Blu Seaside. Just as for my first stay at this harbourside…
Image (c) Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel I’ve certainly clocked up a few stays in Helsinki now, and last month I was back in Finland to participate in the third Nordic Bloggers’ Experience and the MATKA travel trade fair. Once again, Radisson were a…
It’s that time again! Continuing our mission to inspire and inform Grown-up Travellers we present the latest in our series of articles containing ideas for alternative things to do and see in well-known destinations. So far we’ve shared our tips…