Some 60,000 Ukrainians are estimated to be living in Finland now, nearly two years after Russia's full-scale invasion of their country, and they are trying to make the best of the festive season. Many ...

While many across Finland were opening presents, tucking into turnip casseroles or arguing over the remote control this Christmas, some people were working the wards, driving the trams and answering ...

Lantern-lit paths, fresh Arctic snow, and Santa’s hometown glowing on Christmas Eve—Rovaniemi turns December 24 into a living winter fairytale. Finland’s main Christmas celebrations happen on December ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. ROVANIEMI, Finland (AP) — Workers at Santa ...

As Christmas draws near, the world comes alive with twinkling lights, festive cheer, and the smell of fresh-baked cookies. But if you’re looking for the ultimate holiday experience, there’s one place ...

In Finland, the holiday celebrations start way earlier that most, in a series of raucous and festive events called "pikkujoulut" or "little Christmas" parties. For many tourists, a visit to Finland in ...

People participate in the Christmas opening celebration in Helsinki, Finland, Nov. 19, 2022. The Christmas opening celebration was held in central Helsinki on Saturday with a glittering parade, ...

Is there anywhere more festive than Finland at Christmas? Home to Father Christmas, the Nordic country knows how to make the holiday season special. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT I would like ...