Visit the iconic buildings of Alvar Aalto in 2012, Helsinki’s year as World...
Few figures have been as instrumental to Finland’s design heritage as Alvar Aalto. What better time to get to know the works of the famed architect and designer than in 2012, when Helsinki reigns as...
View Article“Dear Santa…” In search of the most genuine wish for Christmas – Winner...
In November, in the crystal white surroundings of the Arctic Circle in Finland, Santa Claus with the help of the Dudesons challenged people to share their wishes best reflecting the true spirit of...
View ArticleHelsinki, Finland – First Guggenheim in Northern Europe
The mayor of Helsinki, the Finnish capital, has recently revealed a plan of opening a Guggenheim Museum. The plan requires very careful assessment which may take an entire year. The Guggenheim museum...
View ArticleThe Midnight Sun Film Festival: A Showcase of Cinematic and Natural...
The Midnight Sun Film Festival is a five-day and five-night nonstop celebration of the best motion pictures from around the globe. Set against the extraordinary backdrop of Central Lapland’s white...
View ArticleCulture Cures: Doctors Prescribe Tickets to Cultural Events in Turku, Finland
Turku, European Capital of Culture 2011, intends to prove the motto “culture cures” with medical doctors prescribing cultural prescriptions to patients. The City of Turku Board of Health Care decided...
View ArticleFinland’s Picturesque Archipelago Provides a Unique Backdrop for an Unusual...
In the summer of 2011, 20 site-specific works of contemporary art will grace the scenic islets scattered outside the coast of Turku, European Capital of Culture. Accessible to the public via daily...
View ArticleTurku, Finland, is Bustling with Events in August, 2011
Take part or just sit back and enjoy– August in Turku is full of events of all kinds. See countless exhibitions and performances, try out unique saunas designed by artists or make your own short film...
View ArticleHelsinki Design Week September 9th-18th 2011: a New Venue, New Exhibition...
Helsinki Design Week is the event for design, architecture and fashion aficionados and professionals. Serving as a pre-launch for the city’s World Design Capital 2012 year, Helsinki Design Week 2011...
View ArticleThe Tall Ships Races Helsinki 2013
The Tall Ships Races Helsinki 2013 sailing event was held in Hietalahti, Helsinki on 17–20 July 2013. Around 3,300 crew members from as many as 37 differnet countries visited Helsinki during the event,...
View ArticleBrave Foursome Swaps Lives With Locals In Lapland
Lapland – The North of Finland’s search for four travellers to experience the heart and soul of Lapland has come to an end. The online ‘Meet the Locals’ campaign run in the UK, Netherlands and Russia...
View ArticleWhen at Helsinki Airport, Stop in at Yoga Gate
“Yoga Gate” was recently launched at Helsinki Airport and is open round-the-clock near gate 30. Here, passengers may take part in instructed yoga classes or by using instructions provided in the space....
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