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13 Unique Free Things to Do in Helsinki Year Round

Posted by By Krista 18 December 2020
Helsinki is notoriously known as an expensive city to visit. But there are a lot of free things to do to keep you within your budget too.
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The Best Things to Do in Helsinki in September

Posted by By Krista 25 September 2019
Thinking of visiting Helsinki? There are lots of great things to do here, and the food scene is incredible too.
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Hi, my name is Krista. I love travelling to historic destinations and eating local dishes along the way. I hope you follow along with my travels!

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Did you know a lot of people consider Ottawa to be Did you know a lot of people consider Ottawa to be a boring city? 🤯 I’m here to change your mind! 👀 From walking around the ByWard Market to exploring Parliament Hill and the many museums in Ottawa - there’s a lot to do in 24 hours! 🫶🏼 I’d recommend staying at @andazottawa and eating at @elginstreetdiner and @beavertails 🇨🇦 • • • • • • • • • • #ottawa #visitottawa #ottawatourism #bywardmarket #travelblogger #kristatheexplorer #traveltips #canada #canadatravel #ontario #exploreontario #ottawafoodies #ottawalife
From Montreal to Ottawa! 🚘 The Canadian capita From Montreal to Ottawa! 🚘 The Canadian capital is a great stopping point if you’re doing a road trip through Ontario and Quebec, as it sits right on the border of the two provinces 😃 To get the most out of your time in the city, I’d recommend staying around the ByWard Market area, at @andazottawa 💤 Our Canadian-designed hotel room was very spacious. It was equipped with a comfy king-size bed and it had a stunning view of Parliament Hill in the distance. At sunset the view was even more spectacular 🌅 If you don’t have a room with a view, you can head up to the top floor and enjoy one of the most popular rooftop bars in Ottawa 🍹 Would you like to stay at this contemporary modern hotel in Ottawa during your stay in the nation’s capital? 🇨🇦 • • • • • • • • • • #ottawa #ottawatourism #ottawalife #andazhotel #andazottawa #hotelstay #kristatheexplorer #exploreontario #ontario #visitcanada #canadatravel #canada #ontariotravel #travelblogger #traveltips #coupleswhotravel
It’s time to book that flight to Montreal! ✈️ Even in the off season, there are a lot of fabulous things to do in Montreal 🤩 From walking around the old town and port, to eating delicious Montreal bagels, sampling the food in Chinatown, and shopping local, you’ll definitely find something that suits your interests 😮‍💨 What’s your favourite thing to do in Montreal? 🇨🇦 • • • • • • • • • • #montreal #visitmontreal #montrealjetaime #tourismequebec #quebec #visitcanada #canada #canadatravel #travelblogger #kristatheexplorer #traveltips #travel #historicplaces #quebeccanada #montreallife
Montreal is one of the most visited cities in Cana Montreal is one of the most visited cities in Canada - and it’s not hard to see why 🇨🇦 If it’s your first time in the city, I’d recommend staying in the heart of the old town at the 5th best hotel in Canada (according to Condé Nast Traveler 2025) 😎 We spent one night at @hotelwilliamgray which is a unique luxury hotel that features classic rooms in a timeless style 🛌 Our room had a beautiful view of the Old Port of Montreal, and it was very quiet so we had a great sleep 💤 The hotel also features plenty of shared seating areas, a luxury spa, a fitness room and terrace, and a few dining options (including a rooftop bar/restaurant and a charming cafe) 🍹 Would you like to spend a night at this hotel in Montreal? ⚜️ • • • • • • • • • • #hotelwilliamgray #condenast #luxuryhotel #montreal #visitmontreal #montrealtravel #quebec #kristatheexplorer #travel #travelblogger #vieuxportmtl #oldtownmontreal #hotelreview
It’s that time of the year again! 🍂 @pumpkin It’s that time of the year again! 🍂 @pumpkinsafterdarklondon is on until November 1st and features more than 10k hand-carved pumpkins across its 1km outdoor trail 🎃 ‼️EXPLORER93 for 10% off all ticket prices‼️ Dogs are welcome on Wednesday’s, and tickets start at $19.95 😮‍💨🇨🇦 • • • • • • • • • • #kristatheexplorer #pumpkins #pumpkinsafterdark #halloween #londonont #visitontario #ontario #exploreontario #traveltips #travelblogger #pumpkinseason🎃 #ontariotravel #visitcanada
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