A brown bear male running at a swamp. Bear photography in Kuusamo, Finland.

Bear Photography Tours in Finland – Tips From a Wildlife Photographer

On a bear photography tour, it’s possible to photograph the brown bears from…


Helsinki Christmas Market is the biggest outdoors Christmas Market in Helsinki, Finland. Photo courtesy of Helsinki Christmas Market/Photographer: Jussi Hellsten

Helsinki Christmas Markets and Best Festive Things to Do in Finnish Capital

Helsinki Christmas Market is the oldest and largest holiday market in the…


Hittavainen the bear looks into the camera. Kuusamo, Finland.

A Night of Bear Photography in Kuusamo, Finland

We had just arrived at Kuusamo, a robust wilderness area in Koillismaa,…


Helsinki Railway Square filled with craft beer thirsty crowd

Local’s Guide to the Craft Beer Festivals in Helsinki, Finland

We had an amazing weekend soaking in the sun and the brews of Craft Beer…


Our beloved dog is picking blueberries in Keskuspuisto (Central Park)

Picking Berries in Central Park, Helsinki

The Central Park in Helsinki is far away from a manicured garden, though it…