Private tour in Helsinki Sheila R
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Sheila R.
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TERVE! Moi, Hej, HI! And Warm Welcome to FINLAND! I look forward to your visit. Whether you travel for professional, academic, and leisure--every step is meaningful, because travel is an expense where you truly become richer! I believe in Gandhi's saying "You must be the change you want to see in the world. " I love adventure travels— the countryside cafés, small streets, cobbled steps, random stops, unexpected turns, sometimes uncomfortable journeys — it makes life amazing. My journey took me to nearly 80 countries, from my home base in Finland--where I live and work for over a quarter of a century! Born in South Philippines, currently living & loving Helsinki, educated in both places. You can count on me to show you the fun or serious side of Helsinki, the capital and its neighboring cities, acclaimed in the Nordics; Helsinki, Espoo, Vantaa, Porvoo, Suomenlinna, Lahti--Green Capital of Europe! Relax while you explore with music and arts, architecture, design, education, food culture, and of course the famous sauna—one of the few Finnish words in the English dictionary. Discover what makes Finland "the Happiest Country in the World". Enjoy some simple local activities of Finns, whether cooking salmon soup in a campfire, or a walking tour of the beautiful Art Deco district near the harbor, with unique monuments and interiors. Trust that excellent customer service and communication skills with a proactive attitude will enable us to spend a productive time together--whether a few hours or for 1-2 days tour on land, sea or waters, as our country has one of the most number of lakes in the world. Participate in the discussions; questions are always welcome--we're world famous as a CALM FINN! "Love the life you live ❣ Live the life you love!" EDUCATION * Professional Tour Guide Certification, Travel Assistant Matkaoppaan ammattitutkinto, : Orientation, Know How of Guiding Skills, Perho Culinary, Tourism & Business College, Finland / PERHO Liiketalousopisto * Project Management of the Arts, Events Productions, Entertainment and Media Management, Sibelius Summer Academy, University of the Arts Helsinki * Master of Social Science (MSSc) Int. Politics, Information Technology, University of Helsinki * Certificate on International Business & Strategic Management, Aalto University * GDPR, Ethics, Digital Security, European University Institute * BA Communications, Journalism, University of the Philippines, Diliman * Meetings Professional International (MPI), Meeting & Events Strategist, Technology, Design CERTIFICATES & LICENSES * First Aid Red Cross, Työturvallisuuskortti - Occupational Safety card * Travel Assistant in Finland * International /EU Driver's License/ Professional Driver Certification - Trafi (Helsinki, Finland) * Food Hygiene Pass * Japanese Tourism Language Certificate
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Explore a nearby Nature Conservatory. Enjoy Biodiversity Excursion! Choose from our nearby lakes and forest sites, with the most popular Nuuksio. Finland's 41 national parks offers you the most beautiful nature-- large conservation areas protecting natural diversity and give people the opportunity to enjoy and relax in nature, and dine with breathtaking views. A suitable tour for the entire family and groups of friends. Within easy reach of the Finnish capital, escape into wild natural settings and enjoy a typically Finnish scenery, with lovely lakes, green forests and rugged crags. Gear up for a memorable family picnic with light walking. The nearby Finnish Nature Centre Haltia spotlights the best of Finland's natural treasures from across the country. An important reason for a Happy Finn world ranking in its 6th year -- in the nature with lakes, forests, valleys, swamps and rocks! Wheelchair access to all routes: Haukkalampi, Kattila and Haltia areas. A perfect short & sweet adventure!
You may combine this tour with Shore Excursion. Sample program: Helsinki Highlights (1-2 hrs) * Pick-up ; passing through conic buildings and landmarks in Helsinki: Sibelius Monument, Senate Square, Helsinki University, The Old Market, Uspenski Russian Orthodox Cathedral Explore Nuuksio (4-5 hrs) * We travel to Espoo and stop at Haltia, next to Nuuksio, half an hour's drive from Helsinki. First, we visit Haltia, a nature exhibit showing unique Northern flora and fauna with exciting interactive showroom. Then we walk 2 kilometers of trails or more, exploring paths & picture taking. We stop for a BBQ with our own Finnish makkara (sausages) in a campfire or warm up comfortably with a succulent salmon soup at a log restaurant overlooking the canopy of pine, birch and spruce trees! In a happy mood, we drive back straight to your hotel, harbour, or desired location.
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* Private Minivan for up to 15 persons, or Private sedan for up to 4 persons. Private or Public Bus (Optional according to schedule).
Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland
Airport, Cruise, ByGuide: In front of the hotel or at harbor (main gate of the ship disembarkment)
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