Finland
Interesting facts about Finland
Finland is the world's happiest country - The Nordic countries consistently rank at the top of the UN's annual World Happiness Report.
Finns are the world's biggest coffee drinkers - Finnish people's coffee consumption outpaces that of any other country, making coffee an integral part of their daily lives and cultural identity.
Finns don't fill silences -If you grew up in Finland, chances are you’re perfectly at ease with silence—and so is everyone else around you. In Finnish culture, silence isn’t awkward; it’s natural.
Most Finnish children have two birthday parties - In Finland, birthday celebrations are a significant part of childhood, with a unique tradition that sees many children enjoying not one, but two.
74% of the country is forested - A staggering 74% of Finland’s land area is covered in forest—that’s an area larger than the entire United Kingdom or Italy.
Northern Lights - Here we come!
Hobo Hotel
The Cool Part….
Fabulous decor and a prime location make this hotel a standout, with easy access to Helsinki's top attractions. Best of all, you are doing your bit for the environment, as this is an Eco-certified hotel.
Upscale Eco-certified hotel renovated in 2024 and located near Ateneum Art Museum
Located close to Kauppatori Market Square and Helsinki Cathedral, Hobo Helsinki provides a terrace, shopping on-site and a bar.
Villa by the river near Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi
Aava Riverside
The Cool Part…
This pet friendly accommodation welcomes you to bring your pooch along for the ride, whilst enjoying the authentic Christmas experience. Enjoy the fire pit and free firewood (well you are surrounded by trees) and during the day, the skiing and horse riding.
Aava Riverside provides amenities, such as a terrace and a fire pit. Guests can connect to free in-room Wifi. Also memory foam beds and sofa beds, decks/patios, kitchenettes and full-sized fridge/freezers.
Stay in an Authentic Igloo with a view to the Northern Lights’ Sky
Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort - Igloo near Saariselka
The Cool Part…
The igloo roof is more of a window and lets you fall asleep under the stars. If you are lucky and catch the Northern Lights when you are lying in bed, you will truly experience one of those “never forget moments”! Some of the igloos have their own saunas and that’s where you can enjoy the true decadence.
Surrounded by nature, this unique property is located in the Saariselkä Fell region of Finnish Lapland. The property offers glass igloos and traditional wood chalets and has the world’s largest smoke sauna. Free Wi-Fi and free parking are available.
Jyväskylä Ilmatar Aeroplane Lodge - Round up the friends for a lifetime memory
Ilmatar Aeroplane Lodge - 23-minute drive from Jyväskylä Airport
The Cool Part…
Aeroplane Lodge Ilmatar is a unique accommodation experience built around a decommissioned SAAB 340B passenger aeroplane located in the heart of the most beautiful Finnish countryside. Isn’t that cool enough? A hot tub and a stone’s throw from the largest smoke sauna in the world, which accommodates 150 people in it, gives you an all round experience you will never forget!
Ilmatar Aeroplane Lodge in Uurainen offers a spacious apartment with five bedrooms and two bathrooms. The property features a sauna, sun terrace, and a beautiful garden. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the apartment.