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FINLAND HOLIDAY: holiday cottages in Finland, holidays ideas, Lapland experience, lakeside cabins
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 WINTER IN FINLAND |
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Finland is a popular destination for holidays all year round.
Finland has unique arctic landscapes in the North - Lapland, thousands of lakes and islands in the South,
unspoiled forests in between over all country. Finland is country for all seasons.
Winter holidays in Finland popular for it's downhill and cross country skiing, snow shoeing, snowmobiling, husky and reindeer sleds, Northern Lights
and Father Christmas. Summer holidays in Finland allows to experience a wide range of outdoor activities and Midnight Sun. Finnish sauna is an all seasons experience.
Finland provides a great opportunities for fishing. Main fish species in Finland are perch, pike, grayling, salmon, pikeperch, whitefish, arctic char, trout and burbot. Fishing in Finland possible all year round: in the light of the Midnight Sun in summer or ice-fishing in winter. You can easily go fishishing by yourself. If you use a rod and line you can fishing for free. But if you use other fishing equipment you will need to arrange a fishing permit. |
Finland is one of the popular destinations for downhill skiing. There is plenty of snow, and April-May is the best time for ski holidays in Finland. Finland is also the best destination to try cross-country skiing where the terrain and ski-tracks are ideal. The slopes are kept in excellent condition throughout the season. In Lapland and northern Finland, the season begins in early November and lasts until May, while in central Finland it begins at December and lasts until April |
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If you look at the map you will see how many lakes are there in Finland. There are so many lakes that sometimes Finland is more water than land. We offer you the widest selection of lakeside cottages to rent in Finland. Holidays at lakeside cottage is the perfect opportunity to explore this land of lakes and islands during the summer months. Lakeside cottages for rent > |
Experience the true nature of Lapland during a reindeer or husky sleigh ride. When you visit a reindeer farm you can get to know the local people and their livestock listen to stories about reindeer herding in Finnish Lapland. Set off on your safari through the forest and enjoy the wonders of the Finnish wilderness. It's great fun and a truly exhilarating experience. Don't worry about the cold; the safari operators will provide you with thermal suits and footwear. |
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Finland has the huge networks of marked hiking trails in national parks, hiking areas, nature reserves with facilities such as campfire sites and huts, viewing points and informational boards. Finland's several national parks are well worth visiting. They are designated as hiking areas. Detailed maps are available, as well as guides who can tell you where to find areas of outstanding natural beauty. |
Enjoy the speed of snowmobile as you ride through the snow covered sleeping forests and across the frozen lakes. Snowmobiles are not just a good fun: it is a real way to find out more about Lapland and its nature. You can meet reindeers during your snowmobile trip, or see the Northern Lights over the dark sky. The safari organizer provides the full complement of gear and instructions to ensure your safety. |
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Finland is ideally suited for cycling tours and independent cycling holidays. The roads are mostly pretty flat, with some gently rolling hills. The scenery is varied, with lakes and forests, peaceful farmland and small villages. However be prepared to see plenty of trees, lakes and long roads! Up in Lapland beyond the Arctic Circle in mid summer there is no darkness at night and your trip can be longer and more exciting. |
Winter is also a good fishing season in Finland. The smallest lakes freeze usually in late November and the bigger lakes in December. The ice-fishing season lasts 4–5 months ending in April. The early season and the late season are the best periods. The biggest perch are usually caught in late February and in March. In April a lot of ice-fishing competitions are held over all Finland and many locals take part in it. |
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The abundance of waterways and water routes in Finland is unique. You can choose a short, relaxing canoe or kayak trip lasting a few hours, or go on a canoe trip lasting days or even weeks. Routes are varied, mainly sheltered and suitable for both canoeing and kayaking. |
Yukigassen is a snowball fighting-competition from Japan. Today there are annual tournaments in Kemijarvi in Finland. The 16th European Championship Yukigassen will take place in Kemijarvi from April 1st to 3rd, 2011. Yukigassen - The sport of Snowball Battle takes place on a specially marked field (or court) with rules and referees. |
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You can find many species of birds in Finland that are very rare elsewhere in Europe. There are many bird watching tours available, with guides who will take you to the best places for taking photographs. In Finland you can find a lot of marked place for bird-watching, which are located in beautiful places. |
On cloudless sky in Lapland you can see the Northern Lights, the Aurora Borealis. You see them best in the dark, away from the lights of houses and hotels. You have the best chances to see the Northern Lights if you choose accommodation far away from towns and skiing centres. Seeing the northern lights is a jaw-dropping and mystical moment. October, February and March are the best months for auroral observations. We can give you some guidance how to predict the Northern Lights appearence. |
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Finnish cities are built on a human scale. They are compact and versatile, and that makes them ideal for a city break. Helsinki, Turku and Tampere are big enough to offer all the attractions of a lively metropolis, but they are small enough to explore on foot, or even by borrowing a city bicycle. |
Christmas in Finland with Santa - the real present to you and your children! It always feels like Christmas here, in the home of Santa Claus. His Arctic Circle Village near Rovaniemi is full of visitors at all the year, but especially during the Christmas season. The journey to meet Santa Claus follows a one hundred-metre long Sensational Experience Corridor, with Santa’s secrets as displayed as fairytale-like elements. |
Suomi-Holiday Oy is Finland based reservation system for holiday homes all over Finland.
We are located in Finnish Lapland and can provide more information about this area.
We do not provide a package tour for you. We offer and book only log cabins and cottages in Finland and Finnish Lapland for independent travellers.
If you need any help in choosing a cottage from our database, please let us know your preferences and we will be happy to recommend
suitable holiday accommodation in any area of Finland for you.