Tag Archives: Helsinki

Finland: Porvoo – Escape from Helsinki

Exploring the medieval coastal town of Porvoo – a stop on the King’s Road and just an hour’s drive from Helsinki. The second oldest … Continue reading

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Finland: Naantali – A Baltic Spa Town

Before Naantali became a popular 18th century spa town it was an important pilgrimage destination founded around a medieval Brigittine convent, the church of … Continue reading

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Finland: Exploring Helsinki

Imagine a city of stately Russian grandeur where neo-classical buildings snuggle up beside edgy ultra-modern structures. Fill the whole place up with platinum blondes … Continue reading

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Finland – Along the King’s Road

A five day tour in Finland driving along the King’s Road, a medieval mail route linking the ancient kingdom of Sweden with Russia. Our … Continue reading

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