Finland is perhaps most famous for its beautiful and complex system of lakes and waterways.
Water is everywhere, it seems, leaving many opportunities to set out and explore.
In fact, more than 10 percent of Finland is covered by water. Lake Paijanne, north
of Helsinki, is Finland's longest lake; Lake Saimaa is its largest. But there are
literally thousands of other lakes, islands, rivers and streams that help make all
of Finland a land of remarkable beauty year-round.
Visitors here may choose to canoe the Lakeland countryside of the Kainuu province,
or shoot the rapids near Kuusamo. Or they may choose to avoid the water altogether
in favor of golfing, skiing and tennis.
Fishing, hunting, hiking and snowmobiling are also popular pursuits, depending on
the weather, as well as the pursuit of ultimate relaxation, provided by a world-renowned
spa.
Vuokatti
Downhill and cross-country skiing take precedent during the winter months in Vuokatti.
Warmer temperatures call for fishing, swimming, hiking and golfing.
Kuusamo
Home to the Kuusamon Tropikki, this lovely area offers year-round natural beauty.
Guests here enjoy skiing and snowmobiling in the winter, and riding the rapids during
the summer. Other popular pursuits include hiking and reindeer safaris.
Kivijarvi
Home to the Honka Holiday Hannunkivi in central Finland, this area allows visitors
to enjoy a tranquil country setting.
All information is provided as a guide only. You must make your own enquiries with
local tourist offices and other agencies. Top Resorts and Top Things To Do are suggestions
only and do not reflect any specific agenda. Distances are approximate.
HOLIDAY CLUB KATINKULTA
VUOKATTI, FINLAND
On-site there is an 18- hole golf-course and outdoor tennis courts as well as an
indoor leisure centre with sauna, poolworld, tennis, squash and badminton courts,
golf practice range, children's pla ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB HANNUNKIVI
KIVIJÄRVI, FINLAND
For a traditional country holiday, Holiday Club Hannunkivi is an excellent choice.
Located in central Finland, this is an area of lakes, forest and farms where guides
can introduce you to the local fo ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB KUUSAMON TROPIIKKI
KUUSAMO, FINLAND
Holiday Club Kuusamon Tropiikki is a wonderful, welcoming oasis of pampering set against
a stunning lake backdrop, close to many outdoor activities and surrounded by pristine
Finnish forests.The hotel ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB RUKALOMA
KUUSAMO, FINLAND
The resort is five miles from the ski resort of Ruka, with several ski lifts plus
an impressive indoor leisure center with tennis and squash courts, gym, and golf simulator.
A car is considered necess ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB SAARISELKA
SAARISELKÄ, FINLAND
Holiday Club Saariselkä is the northernmost spa hotel in Europe, if not the world.
It enjoys a truly unique setting surrounded by Lapland's pristine fell country. Here
visitors enjoy a wonderful range ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB PYHA
PYHÄTUNTURI, FINLAND
A car is recommended to fully enjoy the area. ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB SALLA
SALLATUNTURI, FINLAND
Holiday Club at Salla is situated in Eastern Lapland close to the Russian border.
The spacious two bedroom units built in houses containing four apartments each are
situated peacefully, but still with ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB RUKA VILLAGE
RUKATUNTURI, FINLAND
Holiday Club Ruka Village is located in the heart of Ruka pedestrian village, only
160 feet from the ski slopes. Holiday Club Ruka has a heated parking garage, and free
public parking spaces are found ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB NAANTALI RESIDENCE
NAANTALI, FINLAND
The resort is located in an idyllic seaside town on the coast of southwest Finland. ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB ÄHTÄRI
ÄHTÄRI, FINLAND
Resort activities include fishing, in the fall duck hunting and in the winter pheasant
hunting. Close to the resort there is Scandic Hotel Mesikämmen with two restaurants
and spa section and a 9-hole ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB KUORTANE SPORTS RESORT
KUORTANE, FINLAND
Kuortane Sports resort is located by a lake in Western Finland in the Kuortane Sports
Institute area, where sporting activities are almost unlimited. Offered are bowling,
outdoor tennis courts, childr ... Read More >>
VUOKATTI COUNTRY CLUB
VUOKATTI, FINLAND
The area abounds with leisure and sports facilities including squash, tennis and volleyball
courts, fishing, golf, bowling, an indoor spa, snowmobiling and for the courageous,
even ski jumps. ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB RONNAS
ISNÄS, FINLAND
Holiday Club Ronnas is situated by the sea in the beautiful southern coastal area
of Finland. Ronnas has leisure activities all year round. Summer activities include
an 18-hole golf course, boating, f ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB KALAJOKI
KALAJOKI, FINLAND
The resort is located on the shores of the Gulf of Bothnia in an area well known for
its beach and leisure facilities. The Finnish west coast claims to be one of the sunniest
regions in northern Europ ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB YLLAS 1
ÄKÄSLOMPOLO, FINLAND
The resort of Holiday Club Yllas 1 is located in Lapland, about 90 miles north of
the Arctic Circle. Here, there are no crowds, nature is pristine, and fresh air really
means just that. In summer, Lap ... Read More >>
LOMAKYLA ONNENVIRTA
HOILOLA, FINLAND
Lomakyla Onnenvirta is built in typical Karelian style and is set amidst large forests
and farmhouses on a hill overlooking Onnenvirta River. On-site facilities include
boats and bicycles. ... Read More >>
Set in the beautiful Finnish countryside and on the shore of Lake Kankarijärvi, Holiday
Club Pyhaniemi offers visitors an idyllic getaway with all the outdoor activities
you can enjoy in this majestic ... Read More >>
KOLI COUNTRY CLUB
KOLI, FINLAND
Koli Country Club offers visitors year-round activities in the tranquil, beautiful
landscape of eastern Finland. Near a national park, there are limitless opportunities
for hiking, cross-country and d ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB TAHKO SPA
TAHKOVUORI, FINLAND
Finland's most popular and versatile travel destination, Tahko, is located in Nilsiä,
in North Savo, approximately 40 miles from Kuopio. Its central location and excellent
transport connections make ... Read More >>
CLUB VIERUMAKI
VIERUMÄKI, FINLAND
Club Vierumäki is situated on the edge of a lake in the middle of the beautiful Salpausselkä
Ridge, just over an hour's drive from Helsinki. This modern leisure and sports complex
has something for ev ... Read More >>
The quaint, comfortable Tahkovuori resort is set on a lake, offering beautiful views
of the Finnish mountains and countryside. In the summer months, swim and sunbathe
on the private beach. Engage in w ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB PUNKAHARJU
KULENNOINEN, FINLAND
Let the cares and stress of daily life melt away as you relax in a landscape of natural
splendor and take advantage of the options at Holiday Club Punkaharju, Kulennoinen.
This cozy resort is designed ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB AIRISTO
PARAINEN, FINLAND
Holiday Club Airisto lies directly south of Turku, amongst the beautiful south-coast
islands, in the sailing paradise of Airisto. Nearby are a small sandy beach and a
marina where you can hire pedal b ... Read More >>
All information is provided as a guide only. You must make your own enquiries with
local tourist offices and other agencies. Top Resorts and Top Things To Do are suggestions
only and do not reflect any specific agenda. Distances are approximate.
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Kuusamon Tropikki restaurant (Kuusamo). Dine at the Tropikki, then stay a while in
one of the resort's spacious one- , two- or three-bedroom units.
George (Helsinki). For a classic Finnish dining experience, try George, located in
a 19th century townhouse in the center of town.
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Pamper yourself (Vuokatti). Relax with a massage, then enjoy a cool drink in a sun
lounger. It's all part of the program at the spa at Holiday Club Katinkulta.
Find fresh powder. Downhill and cross-country skiing opportunities abound throughout
Finland. The slopes at Vuokatti have an indoor half pipe for snowboarders.
Golf (Vuokatti). While staying at the Holiday Club Katinkulta, take advantage of the
resort's 18-hole golf course, five putting greens, driving range and practice bunker.
Hike and raft Oulanka National Park (Kuusamo). For white-water rafting fun, consider
the Kiutakongas, a particularly intimidating stretch of rapids. Or if you'd rather
stay grounded, consider the Bear's Ring, an 80-kilometer park hike.
Explore...
Vaasa's art museums. This port city on the west coast of Finland is home to the Tikanoja
art museum, which houses Finnish art from the 19th and 20th centuries as well as more
international works from the likes of Matisse and Picasso.
See the country on a "reindeer safari." Visit a local reindeer farm and learn how
to harness a reindeer to a sleigh. Then set off on an adventure through the Finnish
forests.
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Esplanadi (Helsinki). This Helsinki central park houses some of Finland's more well-known
design houses and fashion shops.
Stockmann (Helsinki). Find just about anything - clothes, toys, sporting goods - in
this seven-story department store in Finland's capital city.
All information is provided as a guide only. You must make your own enquiries with
local tourist offices and other agencies. Top Resorts and Top Things To Do are suggestions
only and do not reflect any specific agenda. Distances are approximate.
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