First Time in Finland | 48 Hours in Helsinki

We have arrived in Finland for the very first time and we are so excited to kick start our winter Christmas European getaway with 48 hours right here in Helsinki!
Day 1 of Jess epic European Christmas she has dreamt of as a kid begins with hot chocolates, roasting sausages by the fire in a red traditional hut.
Cafe: Cafe Regatta Helsinki
Next up we needed to try a Finnish tradition - their Finnish spa experience of getting warmed up in a sauna and then jumping into icy cold water (don't ask me why they do it!)
Spa: Loyly Helsinki
We then attempted to find some Christmas markets (we were a tad early) so we resorted to some hot Glögi before calling it a night.
The next day we went to market square to try some warm creamy salmon soup, headed to Christmas street -
Aleksanterinkatu street before buying some christmas socks for our next stop
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[@RvrGrl80]

This video IS Christmas. Finland is officially on my list.

[@topiash7693]

This video is just missing the snow.. usually we have that too :)

[@paolagutierrez8442]

God is our creator and he loves you very much 🥰you can talk to him anytime 🥰and read his word /The Bible /Gospels

[@paolagutierrez8442]

@@topiash7693 God is our creator and he loves you very much 🥰you can talk to him anytime 🥰and read his word /The Bible /Gospels

[@tyranni6725]

you should come a little norther than helsinki, so you wont miss the snow!

[@artemesaulkov2010]

Yeah i wouldn’t recommend Hki for Christmas. Weather is usually shit. Go to Rovaniemi. (I live in hki)

[@haisuvatukka]

6:40 Finns like to put raisins and sliced almonds in their glögi drink. For foreigners it is easier to introduce that as a side snack :D

[@prakasharyan8494]

These guys inspire me to travel the world and connect with the nature🖤

[@flyingthenest]

Aww so glad to hear! Where you wanna go?

[@prakasharyan8494]

Germany it is🖤

[@vibhanshuupadhyay2226]

I love to visit Scandinavian country. So this will be my most favorite vlog series

[@andrejhetes3654]

These guys are enemy nr.1 for nature ( flying - CO2 ).

[@unathearoacemenace3157]

Helsinki (in my opinion) is really city-ish so I don't like it that much, I'm not sure if it has that many forests lol

[@bibekdas5595]

Flying the nest is the my favourite you tube channel

[@haagajenni1984]

wow I am from Helsinki and I was so happy to see this vlog, makes justice to our capital! Thanks for visiting and come back again on summer time :) merry X-mas

[@vilkkuu8157]

Ooops, why I'm watching this? I live in Helsinki 🇫🇮✌️😁

[@taistelusammakko5088]

Kukaan ei kysynyt

[@saga6406]

@@taistelusammakko5088 kukaan ei halunnu sun kommentoivan "kukaan ei kysynyt"

[@eetumon]

@@saga6406 Oooo roasteed

[@norahluca301]

Monoki Vil how cold is it there? I really can’t stand sweat and want to go to a colder country

[@Asstronauts93]

Can I come live with you? the africans are taking over here

[@nebulous962]

"not ideal conditions" me:yes exactly there is not even ice yet :O :D

[@InfantShredder69]

:D

[@zoolkhan]

welcome to global warming.

[@pooferss6056]

@@zoolkhan our last winter was really rich in ice and snow, even though global warming is a very real thing even here

[@maddiem7934]

I was about to go to bed and I did one last refresh on my recommended page and this video popped up!

[@Loki1488x]

It was exactly the same here 😍

[@XalliGriswold]

I love how cozy this videos is 😭 and you’re pregnant ... I’d be feeling so much happiness and joy ❤️

[@adamata798]

I’m partially Finn and I love watching videos related to Finland, from USA

[@BeingAMom_booksAndMore]

Dear Steve and Jess, Thank you for these amazing vlogs! Can't believe the world has all these beautiful and amazing places, but I have binge watched all your videos and pretty confident, wanna visit atleast some of them in this lifetime! Lots of love : )

[@davehenderson6125]

This vlog was so incredibly well done. Thank you! I think I've watched it a dozen times now, and now I'm longing to see Finland again. My wife & sons and I visited Finland too and had a most magical time there. Your vlog brings it all back so clearly that I almost feel like I'm there again.

[@bele9210]

Oh my goodness you guys!!! This is just magical!! I can't wait til the next vlog... this entire Christmas series is going to be so amazing! *sigh* How special... Enjoy every second

[@katstella8930]

Christmas looks so good on you 🎄🌟 Wishing you both a year full of joy, laughter and love xx

[@Kaminenko]

I can't believe you guys were just in my city! I just watched your NZ videos as inspiration for our trip next month. I think you did some of the best stuff in Helsinki :). I love seeing your positive attitude during a time of year when most locals just focus on the darkness. Can't wait to hear what you think of Lapland 🤗. It's a magical place ✨.

[@TheEmily711]

I've been waiting for this for so loooong 😍😍

[@flightofthefox-aussietrave1430]

Amazing! What a place to get ready for christmas! Finland is sooo high on our bucketlist! And a white christmas looks so special! Love it

[@miika2013]

Thanks for awaking me to visit Helsinki! As a finn, it is easy to forget what we have here, and instead travel abroad. Your video made me want to go see what we actually have on our own :-)

[@hillariegarnier9382]

We have visited several of your recommendations around the globe and have loved each one! Thanks for the fun videos and letting us share in your journeys. With love, from Texas.

[@kirouanemohamedamine7995]

Are you single?

[@zoemarieeve]

Finland has been my home for 10 years. And I must say to everyone, it is a must to see during Christmas because of the lights, the Christmas market, and all the traditions. It is expensive but if you are a foreigner and plan out your trip you can easily have a good time for a good price!!!!

[@cjekyl]

I'm loving the Finland episodes. I had a short layover there just before COVID, and I took the train into the city center and walked around and had a coffee. I absolutely loved it and can't wait to go back for real. Your videos are giving me lovely ideas.

[@ravenkalani]

I can’t believe this was 3 years ago! I’m rewatching this as I just arrived for 3 days in Helsinki so thanks for the recommendations

[@flyingthenest]

oh amazing!! we will be back next month!

[@jimiboy4237]

Im from finland! FINLAND IS THE BEST!!!!!

[@jimiboy4237]

@Veera Hakalahti nii

[@TheMostWantedTravel]

Jess and Stephen just wanna tell you how much you both inspired us ❤️ Watching your videos is probably the most soothing feeling ever. Love the sparks in your eyes whenever you guys talk about something. So much love for both of you 🌸

[@flyingthenest]

This is so sweet 💕 thank you

[@liloliloll]

i think you're supposed to put the sultanas and nuts in the mulled wine!

[@Dinariina]

yeah, in Finland traditionally we put sultans, nuts and almondslices (and vodka) in mulled wine but its not mandatory.

[@epickgumber8508]

@@Dinariina yeah

[@mrs7195]

Yep, you can do that, but personally i prefer the mulled wine just as it is.

[@timomastosalo]

It¨s just like cream/milk & sugar . some want them in their coffee, some don't. Sometimes I take the sultanas & almond flakes, sometimes I want glögi on its own. It's so rich in Christmas spices. It's like hot spiced juice. Somebody called it mulled wine - don't know if that's the word - glögi doesn't have alcohol, but you can add a trickle of your favourite liquor there. Taste it first to know what fits, but the taste is not that far from spiced sweet, mild red wine.

[@kirouanemohamedamine7995]

Hello

Sauna - it's not screams of pain, it's adrenaline :)

[@zoolkhan]

If that is what you believe then you understood nothing. Sauna is about cleaning your body, relaxation, sometimes meditation of sorts - and the cold water only exites tourists. The natives dont get so exited about that, they just do it or they dont. It is no rule at all, and no one gives a flying reindeerpoo whether someone else jumps into the water or not. It does not gain you "street credits" and it will not compensate for a small dingdong. Because no one cares about your ding dong either. To exite a finn, you need to be the lead guitarrist of a rock band, or bring decent booze. --- We have had our differences with our eastern neighbour when they tried to take my grandfathers appletrees, but i believe after we educated them for hundrets of years they got the right idea about sauna / banya. Btw folks, traditionally genders walk in separated - unless you are the same family. Its not a pick up / dating location where you should be going to stare at the other sex genitals.

[@mayroy]

@@zoolkhan What the hell are you talking about, smart ass? As a Finn i can tell you that for me and many others it surely is adrenaline rushing through your body when you go from steaming hot sauna to a freezing cold sea/lake. That's why people do it, for the feelgood-hormones to kick in. Adrenaline is one of them.

[@zemariacosta4692]

Just started the video but I already know it’ll be great!!♥️

[@kirouanemohamedamine7995]

Good morning

[@catman6668]

I found your channel today (actually from this video) and I've been watching your videos for like 3 hours straight, and I just can't stop smiling! Your videos are so happy, energizing and well edited! You two are great, cute couple. 💙 Very nice to see that you enjoy being here in Finland, even tho in Helsinki area it's bit dark without snow and also pretty expensive.. :D but luckily you got to see some snow in Lapland! Your videos are great, so keep it up! Really love to watch these! 💙

[@flyingthenest]

Naw this is so nice of you to say ☺️☺️ thank you!!!

[@Blue70712]

I have watched your christmas videos like a thousand times! They are so cozy and fun, i live in Finland and it is fun to watch you try finnish things!❤❤

[@226melissa]

Tippaleipä, the pastry from the food market is actually normally eaten on first of may! I never knew you could even get it from somewhere at some other time of the year 😄

[@rasmustikka1505]

It's called funnel cake in english

[@veeeeran]

You're vlogs are always so relaxing and real, just perfect! Hope you've enjoyed your time in my lovely home country. ❤️

[@kmvanmeerten1]

Amazing...can't wait for what's next

[@mangomads107]

I'm already loving this series and it's only episode 2! Feeling very very festive now, I'm ready to get my tree out now

[@katielemos8590]

This video is so beautiful. The editing, cinematography, soundtrack, your attitudes, the B roll, perfection.

[@jadecummings8093]

Awesome adventure video, you guys, it's so inspirational! Thanks for sharing! 😀✌

[@beuttenmuller]

Great video guys , I love how Jessy chooses the places so well. Can wait for the next video

[@meganl751]

I never comment on any KZbin videos, but I have to say that you two are my favourite! My husband and I went went a road trip through Ireland this summer inspired by your Ireland videos for our honeymoon but that will be it for travel for us for a little while as we are now also expecting a little one in the summer. We love getting to live vicariously through you two- especially right now as you guys are living your best Christmas life in Finland! ❤

[@ROVVANDERS]

Going to Regatta with that rain made you literally own the place!!! Welcome to Finland!

[@elizavalentine2941]

so excited for the next video, so proud of you both 🎅

[@tanvi-deshpande]

Watching your vlogs make me wanna travel the world so badly ♥️ keep up the great work guys

[@sfja7813]

I'm from Finland and it's kinda refreshing to jump in icecold sea, and salmon soup is one of my faves and omg i want those socks!

[@kirouanemohamedamine7995]

Hi I which to marry there

[@CuriousCanadians]

This is awesome! Can't wait for the next episode!!

[@richarddavis4954]

Even in the rain it is still a magical city ,such a inviting city to walk around and enjoy it, love the channel look forward to watching and liking all the upcoming videos

[@MikeWaterford]

Love all you’re videos guys. What great hosts you are. The most likeable couple on KZbin for sure 🙏🙏

[@AlexBollich]

Love it. Great vlog. Such a beaufitul place, particularly for christmas. Excited for the next episode :)

[@NereaML]

Love the video!! Christmas vibes 🎄🎄😄

[@seekingwisdom1054]

Many thanks to share us this beautiful feeling, Merry christmas 🎄 ❤️

[@LUCKYLUKECZ]

Hello, I don't know you, I found you by accident on KZbin when I was looking for something about Finland. And thank you very much, you've made me feel incredibly good. I was in Finland a few years ago and I really liked it, but I don't have much money to travel anymore, so you reminded me of those beautiful times. Thank you very much, you made me happy... :)

[@KrystalKstar]

I love what a caring FTN community we have here. ❤️❤️❤️

[@barrymorris6943]

You guys are the best! Outstanding videos from incredible places.

[@Artbyerikaa]

I watch this every year to start out the winter / Christmas season ❤️

[@gabrielmaceo7700]

I've never clicked on a video so fast in my life

[@RominaLangeBoelter]

Gabriel Maceo i’ll beat your record when the lapland video goes live!

[@rudegertgertrude8512]

I enjoy your channel so much! You both portray happiness and love!

[@holliebenson7433]

This was an amazing video! Love you both so much! Defo needed this after a hard day with uni xxx

[@organicgreenpeace6360]

The video editing is killing me I’m laughing alone in the backseat of my car off to work at 7 am 🤣 missed you guys. Love you so much!! And congrats on the pregnancy!! Pregnant in Finland... Jess your taste is amazing!! What a dream. ❤️❤️❤️💍💕

[@passportoadventure]

Visiting Christmas markets is my dream! Finland would be so perfect with all of the reindeer! I cannot wait for the rest of the series!!

[@kimharding2246]

Oh Stephen! I screamed when you jumped into the cold water! Jess, you look so wonderful!!

[@jumanal-qaoud1659]

The songs choices are perfect ❤ love your videos

[@marissarobs]

When Stephen jumped in the water 3:57 I laughed out loud! Love y’all 😂

[@Elishakate]

This is what my Christmas travel dreams are made of!! 🎄🎁 Will definitely be going here one year 😍

[@liv_in_cornwall]

I'm cracking up at the bit with Stephen jumping into the sea. Everything from the music to the SCREAMS OF PAIN subtitles 😂 incredible editing guys. 👏👏

[@0553140]

LOL, Guess we are crazy, but it feels so good when you get in the sauna, warm yourself up and dip in the cold water. when you get out, you really feel refreshed. ;)

[@annagroer9280]

I‘m going to Finnland this Christmas with my family and friends, we rent a house for two weeks and now because of your video i am even more exited😍😍

[@peetu5109]

Where are you going in Finland? Helsinki or? :)

[@jaanahilden8852]

I'm from Finland

[@booluc.4563]

Me toooo can’t wait!

[@afewgoodmen3343]

I gonna be in Finland until I die

[@giaden3662]

@@peetu5109 kindly subscribe to my channel living here in Finland

[@emmaeriksson7155]

Can’t wait for next finlandvideo 🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@sirena3700]

This video is a beautiful represent to Finland! Looks so beautiful on video as it does in person 🤍 great job on this one! We got those lights out now as well!!

[@drummerstarboy]

I absolutely love your vibe, keep up the great work! 👏👏👏

[@racher94]

Just found your channel the other day! Love it so much! Watching from Ontario Canada!

[@ziennedavies5637]

I stumbled on your videos while searching for Finland Vacations and now Im stuck watching all your videos back to back. You both seem like genuinely lovely people! Really enjoying your content - New subby ❤️

[@madm1115]

Same :D

[@rebeccamckay2415]

i love the music when he is getting in the water 😂

[@mellymel9892]

I really enjoyed watching this, it looks so cozy and snuggly there. Can’t wait to go.

[@ingridheymann7310]

You guys are wonderful! I love your vlogs - finnish swim moment hilarious😂😂😂 love the soundtrack

[@Dinariina]

Welcome to Finland. I hope you have lovely time in here. :)

[@laurenhartso]

This is so adorable I officially need to go to Finland.

[@EvaUnit_01]

3:59 every time you put this in one of your vlogs, it makes my day 😂

[@ariadne3838]

This was SO good that I watched twice! I love the socks--I would buy them too! Christmas Carols sends her love to Santa. I always believe!

[@littlemisskittyuk1]

The dried fruit and nuts are to put into your mulled wine :)

[@MillaExplores]

As a Finn, this was so fun to watch haha! We usually eat tippaleipä on May 1st when we celebrate ''Vappu''. And salmon soup is definitely one of my favorite foods! ☺️😍

[@yallymalky5849]

I love your videos so much! every video makes me wanna add more countries to my travel list !

[@ForeignTC]

Great video , Heading to Finland in May can’t wait 💯🇫🇮

[@pr4teek121]

I am literally binge watching this channel. Lots of Love from India.

[@MLSuv]

I just watched this video and now I feel so proud to be from Finland :)

[@emilysoerling5314]

Oh wow that looks so amazing! My husband is from Sweden so I have been there a few times, but never to Finland.. we are hoping to do Xmas one year soon and may just add Finland to our list! The Swedes also drink Glögg and add the sultanas and almonds into the drink! Looking forward to watching your next vlog 😊

My goal is to experience various countries in Europe during the Christmas season too. It just all seems so dreamy! 🥰

[@simonapilatova5947]

I soo wish to take my little daughter there, such a magical place to spend some time

[@daweedbekhemm8549]

I wish you 2 guys all the best in life and for your child too.

[@hermionelee7159]

Love the Christmas feeling. Love ur video. Enjoy ur holiday to the max.

[@Mustafi_Najm]

Where r u from?

[@hermionelee7159]

@@Mustafi_Najm from Malaysia.

[@Mustafi_Najm]

@@hermionelee7159 Nice

[@rajshreesharma8726]

Finland in my dream country. Finland !!!!!!!!!!!! I'm coming in a few years.

[@shreoshimazumdar7465]

In love with Helsinki. 😍😍 Love you people! You made my day! 😍😍💕💕

[@lemondrizzlecake7766]

I lived in Helsinki for three years and this made me miss it soooo much!!!

[@bajlandia2025]

Very good idea going to Finland and so close to Christmas ..

[@kirouanemohamedamine7995]

You nice

[@samymister9663]

You gave thé inspiration to explore all the Scandinavian amazing sites.. So beautiful

[@morganberna]

Binging your winter travel videos and it is giving me such travel fomo 😂🙌 I love your vlogs! And that jump in the water was hilaaarious

[@Nattti]

I love the way that central Helsinki has the 90's New York vibe on christmas😍😍

[@newstudio3bali46]

love this video and love you all very much 💕, thankyou 😊

[@bibekdas5595]

Flying the nest is the best of you tube

[@allthatshimmers23]

Been living in Helsinki for about a year and a half so it was so fun to see you guys here and I'm happy you had a great time! Café Regatta is one of my favorite places to go and bring people to! :)

[@allthatshimmers23]

it's too bad you guys missed the main markets! I'll be missing them too this year because I'll be heading back to the states for the holidays 😭

[@Sille143]

I wanna do this whole Christmas Europe Roadtrip next year!! It's an amazing idea :) lot's of love from Germany!

[@kirouanemohamedamine7995]

Hallo

[@gwynethglas-brown9171]

Looks amazing ,Wonderful Christmas lights 😍

[@TravelingisFREEDOM]

This seems to be a very interesting place, I hope I can visit sometime in the future. Seeing and sharing places like this is why I love traveling and make videos so much! And please keep up the great job! Subscribed!!

[@likakostava7795]

Such nice video,interesting and lovely. I am gonna visit Finland as soon as possible!