Archive for 2018

FinnTouch presents: Christmas (as) in Finland - Travel Tips, Traditions, Treats

Christmas is a very special celebration in Finland. After all, Santa is himself here at home. You can visit him all year round right on the Arctic Circle in Rovaniemi. In this article, I'll tell you everything you need to know about the Santa Claus Village, and why going on a trip here is worth it even without children. I will also introduce you to a few more appealing destinations in Finland during the Advent and Christmas season, the illuminated Finnish Christmas traditions and the typical treats.Read More

11/21/2018 Travel 0 2680
The Original Finnish "korvapuusti" - Bake Youself & Enjoy!

For cozy coffee with family or friends are the "ear slaps" for me, or in Finnish "korvapuustit". It's a cinnamon bun similar to the north German Franzbrötchen.Read More

11/03/2018 Food & Drink 0 2369
FinnTouch presents: The Moomins - all about the lovable hippo trolls

The Moomins are cult! Young and old enjoy the cute characters. For several generations, the hippo-like trolls from the children's rooms around the globe have become indispensable. And yet I notice again and again: Many do not even know that the Moomins come from Finland! A good reason to take a closer look at the world of the Moomins.Read More

09/11/2018 Travel 0 5237
FinnTouch presents: 10 places in Finland that you must see

Finland has a lot of unique places and lots of untouched nature to offer. But which are the most beautiful places you should see, for example, in the context of your very first trip to Finland? Over the years I have roamed my second homeland countless times from North to South and from West to East, discovering so many beautiful spots. It was all the harder for me to put together a kind of "Top 10". Although such a list can never be complete, I would be happy if it serves as an inspiration and a "playmaker" for future Suomi trips.Read More

08/02/2018 Travel 0 8774
How Does Finland Taste?

What traditional Finnish specialties is there? What should you definitely try? Welcome to our small tour of the unique arctic aromas! Read More

07/17/2018 Travel, Food & Drink 0 1866
On the Brocken with Friends of Finland and Arctic Aromas

What are friends of Finland doing in the middle of Germany when they are not in Finland? Why not take a hike together on the Brocken? Read More

05/31/2018 Food & Drink 0 1325
Do you know the Finnish sauna culture?

What is a smoke sauna, birch whisk beating or a sauna elf? Welcome to find out!Read More

04/11/2018 Travel, Wellness & Sauna 0 2171
Finland - a Hidden Treasure in the North

Welcome to our little introduction tour of the country behind our carefully selected and high-quality Finnish products!Read More

02/28/2018 Travel 0 1093
"So how did you two meet?"

We are often asked how we, a Finnish woman and a German man, met. It is time to share our little big story to the whole world – or at least to you, dear reader.Read More

01/09/2018 0 1044