Memorial Finland trip
Finland | Jul 26 - Aug 6, 2024

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Melissa L.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Aug 13, 2024

Our trip was catered to our preferences. When we had suggestions or changes they were flexible and adjusted. Our accommodations and breakfasts were great. We were able to experience Finland how we wanted. We got to see four different cities and many different saunas. The agenda was clear and we were able to follow our transportation schedule. I would recommend Kim Kim to others.

Hotel Reviews
Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Helsinki

Great breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
The pool and roof top bar were fun:
Location
A little ways from the main area…about a mile.
Staff
Very kind and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
One of our rooms was very hot. Air conditioning didn’t work. They did provide fans, which helped.
Scandic Hamburger Börs
Turku

Newer hotel in a great location. Wonderful breakfast. They have bikes you can borrow.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Easy to walk to many things.
Staff
Super nice.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Lillan Boutique Hotel & Kök
Tampere

Super cute hotel. They were so nice to provide a welcome drink. The breakfast was amazing. The sauna room was a surprise and so amazing.

Authenticity & Character
Location
A little away from things but the city bicycles were very helpful.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Boutique Hotel Yöpuu
Jyväskylä

Cute hotel. We only stayed one night. Breakfast was good. They also gave us a welcome drink.

Authenticity & Character
Each room was decorated differently. Ours was based on Finnish fashion designers.
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Fabian
Helsinki

Only stayed one night. Good breakfast.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Walking distance to shops and restaurants.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
SkySauna: An Elevated Finnish Experience
SkySauna: An Elevated Finnish Experience
Helsinki

Definitely a tourist attraction. So amazing to be in a sauna on a Ferris Wheel. The private hot tub and changing room was also a bonus. What a great way to start our vacation.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Harmony in Stone: Temppeliaukion Church
Harmony in Stone: Temppeliaukion Church
Helsinki

We did not do this experience because we didn’t realize that the tickets were only good for the day. We had too many things booked for one day with the walking tour and the trip to the island.

Helsinki Walking Tour
Helsinki Walking Tour
Helsinki

Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and did a great job of giving facts and adding humor. The 4 hours went quickly even though it was warm and a lot of walking.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Löyly Sauna visit
Löyly Sauna visit
Helsinki

Great to have a variety of saunas and the opportunity to swim in the Baltic (Gulf of Finland).

Quality of Experience
Forum Sauna
Forum Sauna
Turku

Authentic sauna experience. Very historical. You get washed, sit in the sauna, foot soak, face mud, and rinse. Sauna momma gives you blueberries and currents along with blueberry juice.

Quality of Experience
Island Whispers: Archipelago Cruise
Island Whispers: Archipelago Cruise
Turku

A lot of Finns do this as mini trip. Our group isn’t used to sitting so long. We would have liked to get out and explore some of the islands. It was great to see the area. On the way back we booked the spa/sauna. That was a fun experience on the boat. Then we had a fancy 3 course meat. The food may have been a little too fancy for most of our group but it was a fun experience.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Evening Canoeing on Tourujoki
Evening Canoeing on Tourujoki
Jyväskylä

Beautiful lakes to canoe around. If it is windy, it can be challenging to paddle back.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Miglé Mikenaite