Finland Holiday Winter Wonderland Getaway - 8 Days / 7 Nights
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Finland Holiday Winter Wonderland Getaway - 8 Days / 7 Nights
Larissa Schultz, MCC, MHA
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This itinerary brings you the winter-playground of Finland with Northern Lights, dog sledding, Christmas markets, Santa Claus, holiday lights and so much more. Although the days are shorter during the winter, Finland does not fall short of offering something to do.
This trip was designed to travel between the U.S. Thanskgiving and Christmas holidays to experience a true holiday winter wonderland getaway, but could be modified to fit any of the famous Finnish winter months. It includes staying in various regions of Finland, all the way up to the Laplands.
You will find a complete trip itinerary with hotels and tours, as well as restaurant recommendations and hotel options based on budget.
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Day 1 - Departure from U.S.
Flights to Helsinki (the capital of Finland) generally leave the day prior and are overnight. Finn Air is the largest airline in Finland and they have many U.S. departure options.
Day 2 - Helsinki Arrival
Today you will arrive in Helsinki where you will meet your driver outside of baggage claim for your private transfer to your 2-night hotel stay.
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Scandic Grand Marina
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Originally built as a harbor warehouse, this Art Nouveau hotel is next to the Viking Line terminal, and a short walk to downtown. Rooms are furnished in contemporary style
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The rest of the day you will be on your own for leisure or afternoon touring around the marina. We suggest the following places to check out and visit.
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Helsinki City Museum
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Explore Helsinki history at this museum a very close walk to the hotel.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Larissa Schultz, MCC, MHA
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Have passport - will travel. I am a certified licensed and insured Exploration Specialist and running a women-owned travel agency, working with many vetted premier travel industry vendor partners.
A little about me:
- Acquired over 27 years experience in the hospitality and tourism industry,
- Traveled to 7 continents, 64 countries and crossed both polar circles,
- Have an odd propensity in finding Irish Pubs in foreign cities throughout the world,
- Successfully combined these experiences and habits into helping individuals discover exciting adventures throughout the globe.
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Porvoo, Finland
Helsinki, Finland
Saariselkä, Finland
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Santa Claus Village, Rovaniemi, Finland
Ivalo, Inari, Finland
Rovaniemi, Finland
Lapland, Finland
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