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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A tour of tops art exhibition spaces and some meetings with a curator! We start at the Ateneum Art Museum, part of the Finnish National Gallery, including works by Finnish masters like Akseli Gallen-Kallela and Helene Schjerfbeck. We will viist Amos Rex-- an architectural marvel inside with the historic Lasipalatsi building. Optionally, we visit the National Museum of Finland, overview of Finnish history from the Stone Age to the present day, focusing on the most significant exhibits and Finnish cultural history. Finally, the Design Museum celebrating Finnish design, from the early 20th century to contemporary innovations. We focus on key Finnish designers such as Alvar Aalto and Eero Aarnio. We enjoy a scenic drive through Helsinki, showcasing landmarks such as the Helsinki Cathedral, the Uspenski Cathedral, and the Sibelius Monument. Narration by your guide with insights into the history and architecture of these landmarks.
Pick-Up from Hotel. Enjoy a comfortable ride with Wi-Fi. 1) Start at the Ateneum Art Museum, part of the Finnish National Gallery, largest collections of classical art in Finland. Highlights: Finnish masters Akseli Gallen-Kallela and Helene Schjerfbeck. 2) Amos Rex, modern and contemporary art exhibitions. This architectural marvel combines underground exhibition spaces, or “bunkers” optionally used as war shelters. Tour and an opportunity to meet with curator. 3) The Design Museum celebrates Finnish design from early 20th century to contemporary innovations, and global impact of Finnish design, e.g. Alvar Aalto and Eero Aarnio. 4) Scenic Drive and City Highlights.
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Private Minibus for up to 6 persons. If your group size exceeds six, please contact me for a personalized offer.
2 Kaivokatu, Helsinki, Uusimaa, 00100, Finland
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