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Expand Your Norse Knowledge with These Surprising Scandinavian Facts

25 June, 2018

When I stumbled across this fascinating infographic from Late Rooms, I was intrigued by all the random Norse knowledge I acquired – who’da thunk Denmark tradition states you should gift a pepper shaker to anyone who is 30 and still unmarried? If you’re like me and looking to increase your chances of winning at trivia, read on. From eternal nights to wife carrying competitions, these Scandinavian facts are sure to surprise you. Inventions in Sweden Some of the best inventions

Helsinki, Finnland

Helsinki Shore Excursions

22 April, 2016

The origins of Helsinki, the capital of Finland, can be traced as far back as 155o when it was founded by King Gustav I of Sweden as a trading port on the Baltic Sea. It stands on the tip of a peninsula surrounded by hundreds of small islands. Throughout history its location on the Baltic with shipping routes to Russia, Sweden and Estonia has been a key factor in its economic development. Today Helsinki is a busy port not only for ferry passengers travelling around the Baltic region but also for the 300 or so cruise ships that stop here

Country Profile: Finland

16 March, 2016

Introduction Finland, the easternmost of the Scandinavian nations, is an escapist’s dream. With lush pine forests, clear lakes, sweeping hills and, of course, the midnight sun and Aurora Borealis, there is enough beauty in this sparsely populated country for a lifetime. Enjoy the husky sled rides in the countryside, the Christmas markets in Helsinki, and the popular cruises between coastal cities all in one fabulous holiday. What to Do It really depends on what kind of trip you have in mind. If you want to immerse yourself in Finland’s breath-taking swathes of unspoilt natural settings, go north between September and

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