From coastal islands to inland forests, our American reporter explores the quiet joy – and hard work – of Finland’s ...

It's not summer without swimming in the "land of a thousand lakes." Wild swimming is not only fun but can also positively impact both physical and mental health. Finland has more than 180,000 lakes, ...

Summer fun in Finland doesn't have to break the bank. While most of our previously featured free summer activities — like kayaking and hitting up the library are still on — we have added some more ...

A man swapped life in the US to live on a $31k island in Finland — for “less than a house deposit”. Oliver Russell, 24, who is half American and half Finnish would spend every summer in ...

The island — listed for 33,000 euros, or about $36,000 — was an opportunity for Russell to fulfill his childhood dream of having a summer vacation spot in Finland. (The island has a name, but ...

In 2023, the World Happiness Report named Finland the happiest country in the world. Finns are known for their love of nature, saunas, and coffee. But some of their customs might surprise Americans.

In the Finnish South and central areas, summer weather is mild and warm, just like in other parts of southern Scandinavia. Winters are long and cold; in northern parts of Finland, you can find ...