First Time in Finland | 48 Hours in Helsinki

We have arrived in Finland for the very first time and we are so excited to kick start our winter Christmas European getaway with 48 hours right here in Helsinki!

Day 1 of Jess epic European Christmas she has dreamt of as a kid begins with hot chocolates, roasting sausages by the fire in a red traditional hut.
Cafe: Cafe Regatta Helsinki

Next up we needed to try a Finnish tradition - their Finnish spa experience of getting warmed up in a sauna and then jumping into icy cold water (don't ask me why they do it!)
Spa: Loyly Helsinki

We then attempted to find some Christmas markets (we were a tad early) so we resorted to some hot Glögi before calling it a night.

The next day we went to market square to try some warm creamy salmon soup, headed to Christmas street -
Aleksanterinkatu street before buying some christmas socks for our next stop

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FLYING THE NEST:

STEPHEN:

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Hi, we are Stephen & Jess, Australian vloggers documenting our first year of leaving home and travelling around the globe. We want to inspire others to venture out, explore, take risks and go on our own adventure!!

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[RvrGrl]

This video IS Christmas. Finland is officially on my list.

[adamata]

I’m partially Finn and I love watching videos related to Finland, from USA

[haagajenni]

wow I am from Helsinki and I was so happy to see this vlog, makes justice to our capital! Thanks for visiting and come back again on summer time :) merry X-mas

[bibekdas]

Flying the nest is the my favourite you tube channel

[katielemos]

This video is so beautiful. The editing, cinematography, soundtrack, your attitudes, the B roll, perfection.

[xalligriswold]

I love how cozy this videos is 😭 and you’re pregnant ... I’d be feeling so much happiness and joy ❤️

[maddiem]

I was about to go to bed and I did one last refresh on my recommended page and this video popped up!

[zoemarieeve]

Finland has been my home for 10 years. And I must say to everyone, it is a must to see during Christmas because of the lights, the Christmas market, and all the traditions. It is expensive but if you are a foreigner and plan out your trip you can easily have a good time for a good price!!!!

[xadventure_pl]

The local crafts and handmade products in Finnish markets are true gems.

[bele]

Oh my goodness you guys!!! This is just magical!! I can't wait til the next vlog... this entire Christmas series is going to be so amazing! *sigh* How special... Enjoy every second <3

[KrystalKstar]

I love what a caring FTN community we have here. ❤️❤️❤️

[miika]

Thanks for awaking me to visit Helsinki! As a finn, it is easy to forget what we have here, and instead travel abroad. Your video made me want to go see what we actually have on our own :-)

[mellymel]

I really enjoyed watching this, it looks so cozy and snuggly there. Can’t wait to go.

[minnaminna]

6:52 Those raisins (sultans you said) and almonds are for glögi. You put them IN your mug and spoon them to your mouth after you have finished the glögi.

[rajshreesharma]

Finland in my dream country.
Finland I'm coming in a few years.

[LUCKYLUKECZ]

Hello, I don't know you, I found you by accident on YouTube when I was looking for something about Finland. And thank you very much, you've made me feel incredibly good. I was in Finland a few years ago and I really liked it, but I don't have much money to travel anymore, so you reminded me of those beautiful times. Thank you very much, you made me happy... :)

[marissarobs]

When Stephen jumped in the water 3:57 I laughed out loud! Love y’all 😂

[oplkfdhgk]

"not ideal conditions"
me:yes exactly there is not even ice yet :O :D

[daweedbekhemm]

I wish you 2 guys all the best in life and for your child too.

[melissa]

Tippaleipä, the pastry from the food market is actually normally eaten on first of may! I never knew you could even get it from somewhere at some other time of the year 😄