7 Days in FINLAND 😮 Lapland, Glass Igloo, Northern Lights, Santa Claus | Travel Vlog
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Published 2023-01-20
Finally we finish in Helsinki, Finlands Capital and take a day trip to Tallinn, the capital of Estonia just across the water via Ferry.
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Downloadable PDF With all links below: drive.google.com/file/d/1_DwOCn7G3UQUY8ylAevWKf8on…
Tips Finland video: • What to Know BEFORE Visiting FINLAND ...
HOTELS VISITED & ALTERNATIVES
👉* Rovaniemi Hotel we stayed, very central, close to tour operators, shops, restaurants: www.booking.com/hotel/fi/city.en.html?aid=1864334&…
👉* Great looking Rovaniemi alternative hotel, just outside the town centre: www.booking.com/hotel/fi/lapland-sky-ounasvaara.en…
👉* Glass Igloo and Log Cabin we stayed (Chalet, 4 adults was our room): www.booking.com/hotel/fi/hotelli-kakslauttanen.en.…
👉* Luxury glass igloo alternative in Levi Town (2 hours drive north from Rovaniemi or domestic flight to Kittilä Airport): www.booking.com/hotel/fi/golden-crown-levin-iglut.…
👉* Excellent Very Central Helsinki Hotel we stayed at (not shown in video): www.booking.com/hotel/fi/haven.en.html?aid=1864334…
👉* Great Hotel in Helsinki Airport if need to stay for early morning domestic flight (we stayed here but not shown in video): www.booking.com/hotel/fi/hilton-helsinki-vantaa-ai…
ACTIVITIES & TOURS (Others would need to be arranged through JEE Travels)
👉* Santa Claus Village Reindeer & Husky ride (I can't confirm this is the same Husky ride as there are a couple in this area but it gets good reviews): www.getyourguide.com/rovaniemi-l2653/rovaniemi-rei…
👉* Ice Breaker Cruise: www.getyourguide.com/rovaniemi-l2653/axelsvik-iceb…
👉* Rovaniemi BBQ Northern Lights Tour: www.getyourguide.com/rovaniemi-l2653/rovaniemi-lap…
👉* Tallinn, Estonia day trip from Helsinki: www.viator.com/en-GB/tours/Helsinki/From-Helsinki-…
Visited in December
Mostly shot on iPhone 14 Pro with some iPhone 13
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00:00 Finland in Winter
1:20 Arriving into Lapland
2:04 Santa Claus Village Rovaniemi
3:47 Husky Ride
4:18 Meeting Santa Claus
5:34 Rovaniemi & Discount
6:20 Ice Breaker Cruise
8:31 Hunting Northern Lights
9:59 Winter Wonderland
11:00 Glass Igloo
12:03 Reindeer Ride
13:16 Log Cabin
14:52 Helsinki
15:52 Tallinn, Estonia Day Trip
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All Comments (21)
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I've made a downloadable PDF with helpful links to EVERYTHING we did in this trip - hotels, activities and clothing - drive.google.com/file/d/1_DwOCn7G3UQUY8ylAevWKf8on… I've also made a Finland Travel Tips video https://youtu.be/U3tGZVjA29U which will be useful for anyone thinking of visiting this beautiful country.
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I wanted to create a wonderful Christmas for my sons when they were 5 and 7. We went to Lapland for Christmas 1998 and I loved it! I said I would love to visit in the summer at some stage, not knowing that 12 years later I would actually be living in Finland.
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As a 45 year old Finn who has not yet managed to visit Lapland a single time, Im always keen on watching these kind of travel videos. And when its done by the one and only Suitcase Monkey, its just perfection! Super nice video 👍🏻
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As a person living in lapland, I appreciate your great work capturing the beauty of our nature and special atmosphere during those dark winter days but also want to say that you did great work with your storytelling. This was my first time seeing your videos and I'm really happy I decided to check this out. Great job!
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Another Canadian here in awe of the beauty taken for granted for most people. This trip has been on my "to-do" for years and with your insight my goal is once more strengthened. Thanks!
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By far your best video you've made. The visuals are just stunning.
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I would love a Finland travel tips video! Great job on capturing the magic of winter and coziness...I really enjoyed this!
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Your vlog highlights the essence of what Finland is all about. Harriet and I have been twice, both Winter and Summer. We did get to see the Northern Lights on Day One. We caught it at the right time. Timing is everything. Great Job. Thank you for bringing back those wonderful memories. Sending you much love to you and Julie. Harriet and Jim Richmond, Va.
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Hello from Canada🙂 Thank you for changing my mind about what it would be to visit Finland. Great video! Please, do a follow up video. Your tips/cost breakdowns/reality checks are always intelligent and helpful and one of the reasons I love your channel. I think it sets you apart from a lot of other travel YouTubers!
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What a wonderful video! definitely waiting for the what to wear video!
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I have been following your and Chiaki's adventures since Santorini, which for me is the best Santorini-travel Vlog available anywhere. Another awesome Vlog! Your adventurous spirit and unique perspective make every destination come to life. Your videos really capture the beauty of your journey and inspire viewers to pack their bags and explore the destinations themselves. Your voice is also very soothing, the videos are never overdone and a joy to watch.
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What an incredible video, and trip! Finland is definitely on my bucket list!!
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I live in Finland with my parents and i enjoy it :) I borned in there. Btw i love winter because theres so much snow that i can play on it. Ive actually experienced sun never sets and sun never rises
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I can't get enough of Finnish saunas – the ultimate relaxation!
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What a majestic trip! I'm glad you sort of got to see the Northern Lights, Lol! Going to Finland sound like loads of fun!
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14:12 It's also really cute how everyones out together looking for the lights
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Yes please a tips/info followup video will be much appreciated. Great video as always ❤
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A great video. Looks so magical, along with the great editing and music, it now on my list to look up for next Christmas. Amazing work as always
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Loved this, pleasure to watch, thank you
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Finland is on my bucket list. Thank you for sharing your holiday! I would love a Finland tips video
