One of our favorite things to do back home is go to the movies. After converting the price for a single movie ticket here in Finland to around $16 (thanks to the crappy dollar to euro conversion) we decided that trips to the theater were going to be limited. Fortunately, we found a way around … More Imagine That!
I wrote an earlier post on the big birds hanging out in the Aurajoki river, and it wasn’t until this last week that we actually found out what their purpose was. Turns out, they’re mini stages for dance performances. We found out just in time to go down and catch the last performance of the … More Dances with Birds
Located on the harbor right next to the Fish Market, is Helsinki’s Indoor Market. As you walk through the doors your nose is bombarded with a dozen different smells all ranging from the fresh pastries sitting out or the fish being filleted. The market is small and has a cozy feel. You almost feel as … More Helsinki Indoor Market
Just like Helsinki, Turku also had their very own Night of the Arts. To celebrate, there was a city-wide lantern picnic in one of Turku’s beautiful parks. Lanterns of all shapes and sizes were placed throughout the park, along with small stages for entertainment. Unfortunately, it rained for most of the day so the ground … More Turku – Night of the Arts
Night of the Arts is exactly what it sounds like, a night full of arts. Actually, it’s a night celebrating the arts, and this year Helsinki’s Night of the Arts was kicked off with a parade of animals made by the public. The project was headed by a South African and an Indian artist who … More Night of the Arts – Helsinki
The Wild Rose 