In January I took a trip to Helsinki, Finland. This is kind of a weird choice for someone who lives in Portland, Oregon. We’re sun-deprived by that time of year and the beaches of Hawaii and Mexico are easy flights away, so why pick a place that’s even darker and grayer than here? I had a few reasons. One is that Finland is the only Nordic country I hadn’t visited yet (excluding the Faroe Islands, which I definitely do want to get to). Another is that as much as I love the Nordics, I felt like a bit of a po
And lastly, flights and hotels were really cheap. Presumably because most people think there are much better places to go in January than Helsinki.
But honestly, it was a great trip. Yes, it’s cold and the days are short, but I had a very good time. Helsinki in winter is underrated. I was prepared for the cold with long thermal underwear, a heavy coat, waterproof boots with good traction, and touchscreen-friendly gloves. Dressed for the elements, walking around the city was pleasant and public transit is accessible.
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