Snow flurries, cold temperatures and dreary days often mean counting the ways to escape the winter doldrums. If you're aching for sun and fun, you don't have to wait until summer to plan your next ...

You'd be hard pressed to find someone who doesn’t love the occasional beach getaway or weekend in the city, but our travelers are savvier than that. If you're the type of person that's always on th...

You've probably never heard of Kätkätunturi. Completely remote, it's an area north of Finland's Arctic Circle in a region called Lapland. While the name might seem unpronounceable, add it to your b...

Generally speaking, a trip to the spa plunges a traveler into the rich depths of beauty and relaxation. But when those treatments are as exotic as the locales they originate in, the experience may ...

We've curated our favorite winter wonderlands for couples to find romance and stoke the fire of their relationship. From ice castles to igloo hotels, you won't believe your eyes when you see how ex...

For outdoor lovers, Europe's backcountry is a dream. The world's second smallest continent is the most centrally located and packs quite a punch, strewn with history and riddled with tales of empir...

Although there are only a few notable holidays and celebrations in Finland, they are worth experiencing, especially the ones close to the Christmas season. Celebrations typically have historical, r...

Finland experiences a cold yet temperate climate thanks to the moderating effect of the Gulf Stream. Winters are dark, just like anywhere along the same latitude, and temperatures may (though very ...

The culture in Finland is largely shaped by it's history. For years, the Swedes and Russians battled over control of the land, and, in the process, influenced the language and customs, especially i...