Finnish Santa Claus – Joulupukki

As you might know Santa Claus character has some variations from country to country. Here you can learn more about the Finnish one called Joulupukki.  Joulupukki literally translates as “Christmas goat”. It goes back to the tradition of St. Knut’s day, where young men, dressed …

Finnish superfood

When you think about Finland, probably first things that come to mind are cold climate and lack of sun. You are probably wondering where Finns get all vitamins and how they stay healthy in harsh weather conditions. In fact, Finns have a secret superfood – …

What I learned in Lapland

I’ve recently traveled to Lapland for skiing, fun and some exploring. It’s been a very relaxing and exciting journey, but the best part of any trip is learning. Here are the few things I discovered while travelling above the Arctic Circle. Lesson 1. There is no such thing …