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 HANNUNKIVI
KIVIJÄRVI, FINLAND
Hannunkivi cottages are timelessly decorated Honka log lodges sleeping four people,
having full kitchens and your own sauna. Your lodge will be a really comfortable retreat
at the end of a day explori ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB PYHA
PYHÄTUNTURI, FINLAND
The studio apartments at this resort pack a lot in, including a sauna, and accommodate
four people. Situated in northern Finland, approximately 100kms from the Arctic Circle,
Holiday Club Pyha is a sk ... 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 RUKALOMA
KUUSAMO, FINLAND
The resort is 24kms from the Russian border, just eight kms from the ski slopes of
Ruka. The natural wilderness around the resort makes for good hiking in the summer
and is beautiful all year round. O ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB SALLA
SALLATUNTURI, FINLAND
Holiday Club 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 within walk ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB KATINKULTA
VUOKATTI, FINLAND
This is a resort for sport lovers. On-site there is an 18-hole golf-course, as well
as outdoor tennis courts, an indoor leisure centre with sauna, poolworld, tennis,
squash and badminton courts, golf ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB KUUSAMON TROPIIKKI
KUUSAMO, FINLAND
Holiday Club Kuusamon Tropiikki is a wonderful, welcoming oasis, set against a stunning
lake backdrop, which is perfect for swimming in when the snow has melted. The resort
is close to many outdoor ac ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB KUORTANE SPORTS RESORT
KUORTANE, FINLAND
Kuortane Sports Resort enjoys a scenic setting by a lake in Western Finland, and offers
almost unlimited sports activities. Guests have access to bowling, outdoor tennis
courts, a children's playgroun ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB PYHANIEMI
KIHNIÖ, FINLAND
Set in the beautiful Finnish countryside and on the shore of Lake Kankarijärvi, Holiday
Club Pyhaniemi offers visitors an idyllic getaway with plenty of outdoor activities
you can enjoy in this beauti ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB YLLAS 3
ÄKÄSLOMPOLO, FINLAND
The resort is situated in Finnish Lapland, which is very popular in the winter for
downhill and cross-country skiing over frozen lakes and through pine forests, as well
as fishing and snowmobiling. Bu ... Read More >>
TAHKOVUORI
TAHKOVUORI, FINLAND
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 RUKA VILLAGE
RUKATUNTURI, FINLAND
Holiday Club Ruka Village resort is located in the heart of Ruka Pedestrian Village,
only 48m from the ski slopes, so is perfect for those looking for a winter sports
getaway. Holiday Club Ruka has a ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB VIERUMAEN LOMA-AIKA
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 >>
HOLIDAY CLUB TAHKO SPA
TAHKOVUORI, FINLAND
Holiday Club Tahko Spa is located in Nilsia, one of Finland's most popular holiday
destinations. Its central location and excellent transport connections make Tahko
an easy destination for day trips t ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB PYHA HOLY SUITES
PYHATUNTURI, FINLAND
Holiday Club Pyha Holy Suites is located in a natural reserve area in the heart of
Pyha skiing centre. The slopes are great for both beginners and advanced skiers, with
over 140kms of ski slopes to en ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB RUKA
KUUSAMO, FINLAND
Close to the Arctic Circle, the Holiday Club Ruka is a rustic resort consisting of
traditional log cabins situated in the middle of a forest. It is well located, midway
between Kuusamo and Ruka, with ... 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
splendour at this resort. Enjoy tennis or pamper yourself in a sauna or hot tub, or
go fishing or boating on a p ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB RONNAS
ISNÄS, FINLAND
Holiday Club Ronnas is situated by the sea on Finland's beautiful southern coast.
Guests can enjoy the many leisure facilities all year round. Golfers will love summers
here, when they can get out on ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB KALAJOKI
KALAJOKI, FINLAND
Set on the shores of the Gulf of Bothnia in an area well known for its beaches and
leisure facilities, this resort lies close to the largest sand dunes in Finland. The
Finnish west coast claims to be ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB NAANTALI RESIDENCE
NAANTALI, FINLAND
Sitting in an idyllic seaside town on the southwest coast of Finland on the island
of Kailo, the resort comprises of studio units, sleeping four, and one- and two-bedroom
apartments with full kitchens ... Read More >>
LOMALAUKAA
ÄIJÄLÄ, FINLAND
The one-bedroom apartments sleep four and have partial kitchens, while the larger
three-bedroom units sleep six and have full kitchens for enjoying time together apart
in Central Finland's lakeland. T ... Read More >>
VUOKATTI COUNTRY CLUB
VUOKATTI, FINLAND
Kainuu, the resort area, abounds with leisure and sports facilities, including squash,
tennis and volleyball courts, fishing, golf, bowling, spa facilities, snowmobiling
and, for the courageous, ski j ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB AHTARI
ÄHTÄRI, FINLAND
Located in the stunning wilderness of Ähtäri in central Finland, this is the perfect
holiday for lovers of the great outdoors. There are also many family attractions close
to this resort for when you ... Read More >>
HOLIDAY CLUB AIRISTO
PARAINEN, FINLAND
Holiday Club Airisto is close to the ancient city of Turku, among the beautiful south-coast
islands, in the sailing paradise of Airisto in Finland. Nearby, is a small beach and
a marina where you can ... 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 >>
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.
Eat...
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.
Shop...
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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