Private tour in Helsinki 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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Come with me for a combination of a panoramic getaway onboard a Premium Coach private bus for a relaxed tour with plenty of stop-overs for picture taking, souvenir shopping, and local delicacy tasting. On this full-day tour, I am taking you for a visit to Porvoo, one of Finland's most photographed national landscapes and a long-time favourite of both locals and tourists. Porvoo will not leave you indifferent—its Old Wooden Town, charming cafes and boutiques, and the painted red-ocher river bank, surrounded by the most beautiful Finnish countryside, exudes beauty and harmony. Stop for a cup of coffee at numerous cafes—famous for their barista and freshly-brewed organic/ specialty coffee; Finns drink the most coffee in the world per capita. During shopping, haggle for fine handicrafts—socks, woollen pullovers, and gift items at the flea markets . Enjoy the Lunch Break on mid-day at a Finnish or artisan restaurant. Welcome to Finland, known as one of the happiest places on earth! Experience it for yourself!
This tour can be customized: * Pick-up * Visiting iconic buildings and landmarks. Highlights: Olympic stadium (Stopover) Töölönlahti Parliament House Opera Theatere Finlandia Hall Music Hall Sibelius monument (Stop ) Temppeliaukio church (Stop ) Svenska Teatern Esplanade Park Cafe Kappeli Havis Amanda Helsinki City Hall Kauppatori Uspenski Cathedral (Stopover) Helsinki University Senate Square (Stop ) Oodi Library Musiikkitalo Concert Hall KIASMA IN PORVOO * Lunch at a Finnish local restaurant. Enjoy and take photos of the charming houses, shops, brewery near the river banks. Leisurely stroll through a bridge to the old village square & 15th century church. * Visit the authentic chocolate factory or a local art gallery. * Free time for shopping. * Hop on the return transportation. Drop-off in Helsinki. * Private Minivan for up to 15 persons, or Private sedan for up to 4 persons. Tour to Porvoo by Public bus or Water ferry (summer/ seasonal).
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Private Minivan for up to 15 persons, or Private sedan for up to 4 persons. FOR 4-7 PERSONS: Minivan. The stylish Mercedes-Benz Vito minivans is best suited for 1-7 persons, even travelling with luggage. EQUIPMENT: Air conditioning Seat belts Leather covered seats FOR 1 - 10 PERSONS: Minibus The same class as that of a large coach; leather-covered comfort seats, 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. This tour can be customized, please contact me with your questions.
Helsinki, Finland
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