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Private tour in Helsinki Sheila R
Gastronomy Tour & Craft Beer/ Whiskey or Gin Tasting: Happy Like a Finn! Unique Walking tour in Helsinki
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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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Sauna by the Sea + Finnish Food Tasting - Helsinki Tour with Locals
Overview of your Helsinki tour
Welcome to your ultimate Finnish experience—gastronomy and sauna! Don't believe what Gordon Ramsay said about Finnish cuisine! We're on top of the world with freshly prepared, organic, and healthy but exquisite tasting gastronomy. Enjoy an exciting journey of your taste palate with a local foodie On our food adventure, we'll visit 5 must-stops with est. 5 kms of walking. I like Asian & Nordic fusion myself but you can sample a variety of dishes right in Helsinki, whether it's Baltic herring, reindeer meat, or cloudberries. We even have restaurants serving authentic Russian dishes. Finns can cook up an exciting menu from our neighbours' taste buds: Baltics, Russian, or Scandinavian dishes. Experience a menu prepared by a Chef in Finland for your final meal with Table seating, Chef greetings and 1 signature dish to cap our culinary tour! Finnish beer and wine tasting (yes, we have award-winning wines made from berries!) are included - cheers and enjoy
Your Helsinki tour itinerary
Duration: 4 -6 hours. A relaxed day and you can still enjoy your morning buffet breakfast since tours start in the afternoon. a) Pick-up from Ship/ Airport/ Train station/ Hotel. Sample local fish delicacies or salty pastries. Start with coffee at a roastery with a tour by an awarded barista. b) Visit a bakery and enjoy a "pulla" Finnish cinnamon bun, "Weiner" Danish pastry, "Runeberg tart", or available delicacies of the season. We consider lactose-intolerant, special habits, allergies or dietary restrictions. c) Walk at leisurely pace to our final to taste a main dish: game, vegan, or meat. Cap the evening with a sit-down meal of the day--FINLAND IN A PLATE, BEAUTIFULLY!
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Type: Public Transportation / Category: Bus
Walking Tour or Public Transport Only Upon request: Private Minivan for up to 15 persons, or Private sedan for up to 4 persons. FOR 4-8 PERSONS: Minivan (ADDITIONAL COST) The stylish Mercedes-Benz Vito minivans is best suited for 1-8 persons, even travelling with luggage. EQUIPMENT: WiFi Air conditioning Seat belts Leather covered seats FOR 1 - 10 PERSONS: Minibus (ADDITIONAL COST) The same class as that of a large coach; Wi-Fi, air-con, leather-covered comfort seats, a computer connection, USB sockets, a 220 V system, a DVD/CD player, navigation, a wireless microphone, seatbelts, a breathalyser ignition interlock device, a digital TV and a fridge.
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Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: In seating benches in front of the entrance of landmark Kappeli, also known as Esplanadikappeli, a restaurant in central Helsinki, at the eastern end of the Esplanadi park, opened in 1867. The restaurant was known as a local favourite among poets, writers and artists during the late 19th and early 20th centuries!
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