Lapland in Black and White

Lapland to many people is a winter destination and during the summer it receives very little international visitors. In my opinion there are two reasons for this. Firstly, it is difficult to reach Lapland during this time of year as the regularity of international flights are far less, most domestic visitors will travel by car.Continue reading “Lapland in Black and White”

Stamp Collecting

The Finnish postal service, Posti, is have a competition. They are asking people to submit Photographs with the chance of them being made into a stamp, the theme is Finnish barns. Below is a gallery of images that I feel suit that theme. What do you think? Could you imagine any of these as aContinue reading “Stamp Collecting”

Caution: Moose!

A few times a week I drive along a stretch of road that sees regular moose activity. There is a road sign to alert drivers that moose often cross the road and that they should drive with caution for the next couple of miles. This sign alerts me to the chances of a moose sighting.Continue reading “Caution: Moose!”

Junckers JU-52

Finland’s involvement during World War II is a little controversial. Worried of an impending Russian invasion and with no where to turn,  the Finn’s made alliances with the Germans. No Finn’s fought against the Allied forces but many German troops came to Finland in order to fight against the Soviets, especially in areas of Lapland.Continue reading “Junckers JU-52”

Juhannus

Juhannus is the Finnish name for Mid Summer, a time of celebrations and many traditions that have gone on for many years. This year at midnight and under the midnight sun the Kokko (bonfire) was lit on the top of Levi. Finnish midsummer is full of traditions, one of the most interesting that I haveContinue reading “Juhannus”