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Culture & Traditions

Experience Finland's unique blend of Nordic culture and customs.

Finnish culture is similar to neighbouring Nordic countries, yet stands apart from Scandinavia and the rest of Europe. Finnish people can seem reserved at first, but it doesn't mean that they're cold. Finns are considered good listeners, so interrupting is seen as impolite. However, it's not common to strike up conversation with strangers on the street.

An essential part Finland's one-of-a-kind culture revolves around saunas. Stripping off your clothes and sweating with friends might seem strange to outsiders, but saunas play a role in business and social interactions alike. The time spent in the sauna is up to your tolerance level, and can be followed up with a dip in the lake or roll in the snow. Be sure to drink plenty of water afterward, as you'll be sweating a lot!

Egalitarianism is paramount to Finnish culture. As a European leader in gender equality, men and women participate equally in all parts of Finnish society. A strong belief in the social welfare system helps reinforce this equality. 

Featured Finland Trip Ideas

Finland Travel Packages
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Escape to Helsinki and Finnish Lapland

Lapland and Helsinki
From stylish Helsinki to a glass igloo in Lapland, this independent trip blends design, nature, and Northern Lights in the heart of Finland’s winter wonderland.
5 days
From US$1,096/p.p.
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The Northern Lights, Lapland
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Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort: Northern Lights Escape

Lapland
Experience the magic of Finnish Lapland on this independent escape. Stay in a cosy log chalet, chase the northern lights, and meet reindeer in the Arctic wilderness.
3 days
From US$1,413/p.p.
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Active & Adventure

Arctic Resort
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Arctic Winter Escape: Kakslauttanen & Utsjoki

Lapland
Experience Arctic magic with a husky safari, Santa visit, horse sleigh aurora hunt, smoke sauna, ice pool, and king crab adventure.
8 days
From US$8,367/p.p.
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