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๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
World

State of emergency declared in Finnish people's favorite destination

A state of emergency has been declared on the Spanish island of Tenerife due to an impending storm, affecting both residents and tourists.

Mar 18 โ€ข 14:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Benjamin and Abreu revealed their professions to American tourists: 'Totally mega-Trump'

Finnish singer Benjamin Peltosen and his partner Joni Kujansuu share a light-hearted encounter with American tourists while discussing their professions during a barbecue.

Mar 16 โ€ข 16:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

American tourists shocked during vacation by Benjamin Peltonen and Anna Abreu: 'Totally mega-Trump'

In a recent episode of 'Yรถkylรคssรค Maria Veitola', Finnish influencer Benjamin Peltonen discussed his life with his partner and shared how their relationship began.

Mar 16 โ€ข 15:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The Finnish Perception of Warmth Surprises Indian Tourists โ€“ 'Not at All'

A couple from Mumbai is surprised by the Finnish concept of warm weather during their spring visit to Helsinki.

Mar 15 โ€ข 18:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

The travel agency's solution has brought Finnish people to the brink of fury: "Things handled poorly"

A group of Finnish tourists stranded in Sri Lanka due to the Iran war expressed outrage over their travel agency's plan to return them via Dubai, against the Finnish Foreign Ministry's travel warnings.

Mar 13 โ€ข 08:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Finnish tourists stuck in Phuket โ€“ a series of unusual events at the airport: "A large cloud of smoke rose"

Finnish travelers are stranded in Phuket due to significant delays caused by another aircraft accident on the runway.

Mar 11 โ€ข 07:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Satu Rรคmรถ sat on the terrace of her home in Iceland โ€“ a passing tourist asked a surprising question

Finnish author Satu Rรคmรถ shares insights about living in her renovated home in รsafjรถrรฐur, Iceland, where tourists often mistake it for a coffee shop.

Mar 9 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Travel Agency TUI Also Evacuated Finnish Tourists from Abu Dhabi

The travel agency TUI has successfully evacuated Finnish tourists from Abu Dhabi via two flights to Germany, with ongoing plans for further flights pending airspace conditions.

Mar 8 โ€ข 06:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Visit Finland encourages tourists to "chill the Finnish way" at cabins in Eastern Finland - funding from recovery package

Visit Finland is promoting Eastern Finland as an internationally recognized tourist destination with a campaign aimed at encouraging new European visitors to experience Finnish summer cabin culture.

Mar 6 โ€ข 06:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Hundreds of Finns Stranded Across Asia โ€“ Return Home May Take Time

Hundreds of Finnish tourists are stranded across Asia due to the tightening situation in the Middle East.

Mar 4 โ€ข 16:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Perspective: Auri Kananen opens up about the plight of Finnish tourists - A blatant contradiction in statements

Auri Kananen discusses the challenges faced by Finnish tourists in Dubai amidst ongoing security threats due to the situation in Iran.

Mar 4 โ€ข 13:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

"I can't explain why people go there" โ€“ Expert wonders about Finns' choice

An expert questions the popularity of Dubai among Finnish tourists, citing ethical and social issues surrounding responsible tourism.

Mar 3 โ€ข 07:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Finnish second-level hockey team becomes a tourist hit: nearly 10,000 tourists at games this season

A Finnish second-tier hockey team is attracting significant tourist interest, with nearly 10,000 visitors attending games this season.

Mar 2 โ€ข 17:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Finnish tourists being transported from Dubai to Finland via Oman and Thailand

Hundreds of Finnish tourists are stranded in Dubai and Doha due to the halting of civil flights in the area following attacks from Iran.

Mar 2 โ€ข 15:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

SunTrips took emergency measures

SunTrips is repatriating around one hundred Finnish tourists from the United Arab Emirates due to escalating tensions in the region.

Mar 2 โ€ข 15:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
World

Drone struck base in Cyprus - hundreds of Finns in the country

A drone strike targeted a British military base in Cyprus, where approximately 240 Finnish tourists are currently located.

Mar 2 โ€ข 07:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Katarina, 23, and Minttu, 25, are stuck in Dubai - "It was a terrible panic"

Two Finnish tourists in Dubai faced panic and uncertainty as they became aware of escalating unrest in the Middle East.

Mar 1 โ€ข 21:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
World

Finnish people recount attacks in Dubai and Doha โ€“ uncertain when they can leave

Finnish tourists in Dubai share their experiences of drone attacks and the ensuing chaos, leaving them unsure about their travel plans.

Feb 28 โ€ข 18:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Flight attendant Alise reveals a phenomenon that many Finns have now become enthusiastic about

Alise Lang, a flight attendant, discusses the rising popularity of lesser-known travel destinations among Finnish travelers, referred to as 'dupe destinations', which provide similar experiences to popular spots but at lower prices and with fewer tourists.

Feb 28 โ€ข 09:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
World

Oil Spills onto Beaches in Popular Finnish Tourists' Destination

Oil has spilled onto the beaches of Thailand's popular tourist destination, Phuket, following the sinking of a freighter.

Feb 27 โ€ข 07:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Finnish tourists in the Costa del Sol go after sex โ€“ "It's already talked about on the plane"

Finnish tourists are flocking to specific destinations in Spain's Costa del Sol, driven by a desire for sexual encounters, a trend so prevalent it's discussed even during flights.

Feb 24 โ€ข 17:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Freezing Sea is an Experience Tourists Want to Pay For โ€“ This is What the Gulf of Bothnia's Version of Lapland's Exoticism Looks Like

Tourism leveraging sea ice has taken a new leap at the border between Finland and Sweden, with plans for hotels and activities emerging in Tornio and Haaparanta.

Feb 24 โ€ข 08:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Thailand is full of dangers โ€“ These are the things you didn't think about

Traveling in Thailand comes with unexpected risks that tourists often overlook, including fines for social media mistakes and severe punishments for bringing certain items into the country.

Feb 22 โ€ข 09:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Tourism can be tolerated too much in Rovaniemi, says doctoral researcher

A researcher from the University of Oulu highlights the overwhelming presence of foreign tourists in Rovaniemi, noting its unique impact on local life compared to other Finnish cities.

Feb 16 โ€ข 10:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Over 2,500 Finns rate: Here you get the best hotel breakfast in Tallinn

The Radisson Collection Hotel has been voted the best hotel breakfast in Tallinn for the third consecutive year by Finnish tourists.

Feb 13 โ€ข 11:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
World

Two Finnish tourists died in Italy: This area is known

Two Finnish tourists died in an avalanche at the Solda ski resort area in South Tyrol, Italy, on Thursday.

Feb 6 โ€ข 03:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
World

Two dead in avalanche in Italy

Two Finnish tourists have died in an avalanche in Northern Italy while skiing off-piste in a South Tyrol ski area.

Feb 5 โ€ข 20:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
World

Two Finns died in an avalanche in Italy

Two Finnish tourists died in an avalanche in South Tyrol, Italy, with concerns that others may also be trapped in a second avalanche.

Feb 5 โ€ข 18:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Finnish residents of the Costa del Sol prepare for Storm Leonardo โ€“ tourists should also exercise caution

In southern Spain's Costa del Sol, thousands of Finnish residents are preparing for Storm Leonardo, with current warnings for approximately 120 Finnish tourists in the area.

Feb 4 โ€ข 11:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
World

Stomach disease has killed tourists - Finns also stay in hotels at the center of the controversy

Reports confirm that a stomach disease has resulted in the deaths of tourists in Cape Verde, but no Finnish nationals have been affected according to the travel agency Tuin.

Feb 2 โ€ข 14:15 UTC

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