It was a reasonably chilly day in Helsinki, but nevertheless I decided it was a good day to carry on exploring the city. Taking a bus into… Read more “Helsinki Inner City Waterfront Trail”
Category: Travel Finland
A Train Journey to Turku: Explore its History and Nature
Leaving the capital city, I took a train from Helsinki to Turku. I was amazed how punctual the train was on arrival, and how quiet it was.… Read more “A Train Journey to Turku: Explore its History and Nature”
A Breath of Fresh Air: Exploring Luukki’s Trails
There is a lot of beauty in Finland’s nature reserves, particularly Luukki, which offers a tranquil 6km walking trail through scenic forests, cliffs, and diverse mushrooms. The area supports winter skiing with various slopes and has facilities like parking, cooking shelters, and fishing options. A 9km trail provides additional natural experiences.
A Day of Exploring Helsinki City Centre
Helsinki is a beautiful city to explore on food with it’s easily accessible attractions, and friends of mine plotted the perfect route to show us around in… Read more “A Day of Exploring Helsinki City Centre”
Exploring Finnish Cuisine: From Salmon Sushi to Reindeer Delicacies
One of my favourite things about visiting a new country is seeing what food is popular. Going to a grocery store you will quickly see the differences… Read more “Exploring Finnish Cuisine: From Salmon Sushi to Reindeer Delicacies”
Shells Adventures 