Summer season in Finland: A Journey Information

This article is written by a scholar author from the Her Campus at TCNJ chapter and doesn’t mirror the views of Her Campus.

This previous summer season, I had the chance to go to Tampere and Helsinki, Finland. Although folks usually journey to Finland within the winter to catch a glimpse of the Northern Lights, the nation nonetheless has a lot to supply. Here are my finest journey suggestions for a Finnish summer season!

Clothing
Being that I traveled in the summertime, I anticipated the climate to be heat. Coming from the new Jersey shore, I had all of my tank tops and shorts prepared and readily available! But after I checked my climate app, I rapidly realized that the very best temperature in Tampere and Helsinki could be 63 levels. So, I instantly researched the very best apparel that would slot in with the Finnish type whereas additionally being weather-appropriate:

• Jeans are important! The finest choices are ones with little to no rips and lengthy sufficient to maintain your legs heat.
• Trousers are one other different and might be extra comfy when going out or might be dressed up for a nicer dinner.
• Sweaters that aren’t too revealing and that may maintain you comfy are an important possibility.
• Hoodies are nice for the rain and the chilly, particularly in summer season (I do know that sounds contradictory, however belief me).
• Cute tops that may be layered are nice if you wish to nonetheless be trendy!
• Raincoats and umbrellas are extraordinarily helpful. It rained nearly day by day that I visited, so convey them upfront!
• Comfortable strolling footwear are nice for the town and can match many outfits to forestall overpacking.
• Leather jackets are trending in Finland for the time being. I noticed many trendy outfits with a leather-based jacket because the assertion piece.
• Headbands are a cute technique to elevate and elegance your outfits. Personally, I discover it tough to type my outfits when I’m all bundled up. Headbands are undoubtedly the best way to go!
• Avoid sporting activewear in case you are not figuring out. In America, activewear is quite common to put on in day-to-day life. Yet, in Finland, I solely noticed folks sporting activewear in the event that they have been on the gymnasium

Food
When I went to Finland, I used to be capable of meet some household mates who dwell there. They taught me about their favourite snacks and standard meals in Finland.

• Sauteed reindeer, or poronkäristys, is a well-known Finnish dish. Reindeer might be served in a number of alternative ways, together with as a sausage or shredded. I extremely suggest it!
• Salmiakki is a salted licorice that could be a highly regarded sweet in Finland. It might be discovered as a tough or gentle sweet and can be a typical taste in gadgets similar to ice cream.
• Salmon soup, also referred to as lohikeitto, is a typical Finnish dinner. It is made with salmon, potatoes, and dill.
• Mustikkapiirakka is a scrumptious pie created from wild blueberries. The wild blueberries in Finland are very contemporary, so this pie is a must-try!
• My favourite candy/snack is the Finnish model of chocolate known as Fazer. These small, individually wrapped goodies have been so scrumptious and creamy that we introduced two packs dwelling with us!
• For drinks, the preferred alcoholic beverage (except for beer) was Long Drinks. These seltzers are available in quite a lot of fruity flavors and are made with gin. The cans are available in enjoyable colours, and at bars, the drink is commonly served on faucet! These can be found in America, however there are fewer flavors.

Sightseeing and Activities
Since we went to go to our Finnish household mates, they confirmed us the very best sightseeing locations, whereas additionally educating us the traditional day-to-day Finnish expertise.

• Näsinneula is an area needle in Tampere that was in-built 1971. It seems over a big lake known as Lake Näsijärvi. At the highest, the needle very slowly rotates to offer a full view of the city and lake under. If you’ll be able to safe a reservation, Näsinneula additionally has a nice eating restaurant on the high, letting you see the sights whereas having fun with a scrumptious meal.
• Suomenlinna or Sveaborg is a sea fortress positioned off the coast of Finland, however part of the capital Helsinki. This fortress transports you again in time from the busy metropolis to a quiet countryside, the place there are nonetheless native inhabitants. There are many lovely views and hidden trails wealthy with historical past.
• Exploring the outlets and malls in Tampere and Helsinki was considered one of my favourite actions as a lady who loves to buy. The retailer Normal is positioned throughout Finland and has all the pieces you possibly can want or need, from perfumes to dwelling cleansing provides to traditional Finnish snacks. You may additionally discover the lovable Moomin characters, from the well-known Finnish kids’s present, as stuffed animals.
• I had the chance to go to a traditional Finnish lake home, the place I attempted two saunas. The sauna is a staple in each family in Finland, and on the lake home, that they had each an old school sauna and a extra trendy model. All true Finnish saunas are heated between 150°F and 195°F, and have scorching rocks that create steam by throwing water on them. Once you’re scorching sufficient, you exit the sauna and soar into the chilly lake. This expertise is unmatched and a must-try for those who go to Finland!

Finland is actually a hidden gem within the summertime. Do not move up the chance to go to!