Winter is finally finished in Finland, hooray!… It isn’t that you don’t like it, you do (somewhat… maybe?) but it’s just so nice to have spring finally here I’m sure we all agree. Warmer days, longer daylight hours and all round increased zest for life. All the snow is melting fast here in southwest Finland, It was beautiful, thick and… View Post
Living between two countries: the advantages
Given the chance would you jump at the opportunity to divide your time living between two countries? or would you shudder at the idea? Sure there are disadvantages living a lifestyle like this but there are also plenty of advantages. Perhaps you’re a dual citizen and are torn between your nations? Perhaps you and your partner are from different countries,… View Post
Living between two countries: the disadvantages of chasing the summer
via Pexels Thinking about living between two countries? Remember those story books from when you were young, the ones where you could pick your ending?… “If you want to go through the enchanted forest turn to page five, or if you prefer to sneak by the witch’s house go to page 10?” So what happens when you get handed a choice… View Post
Golden Grill review: Turku, Finland
Today we went for lunch at the Golden Grill in Turku, Finland. Verdict: well, some parts were very, very good and others not so great, but more about that later. You’ll find it in the Hansa shopping mall in the center of the city. It’s up in the food court, although it’s its own separate restaurant so you won’t need to… View Post
Why Valentine’s Day is different in Finland
Valentine’s Day is for lovers, for romance, for showing your special someone what they mean to you. Is it not? I’m sure that’s what most people would think anyway! At this moment in time we’re living in Finland, where, like most of the world Valentine’s Day is celebrated. By all appearances everything seems exactly as you would expect leading up… View Post