Stockholm-Helsinki in a deluxe cabin onboard Tallink-Siljas M/S Silja Serenade

Had a bit of luck a few weeks ago when booking a cruise to Helsinki with one of the infamous Finlandsbåtar (Finland ferries) that cruise the Baltic Sea.  After finishing our purchase I got a confirmation email for the wrong dates from what I had booked. I contacted the cruise company, Tallink-Silja, who explained that… Continue reading Stockholm-Helsinki in a deluxe cabin onboard Tallink-Siljas M/S Silja Serenade

A weekend of eating in Helsinki with a visit to Ravintola Saaga

Last weekend I visited the Finnish capital Helsinki for a 70 year birthday party. Since Helsinki is such a short flight from Stockholm (approximately 45 mins) you can go straight from an (almost) full day work and still have a decent evening out. Many airlines fly this route so you’re usually able to score decent… Continue reading A weekend of eating in Helsinki with a visit to Ravintola Saaga