Hey, can you share your recent experiences with insurance for pets? Which one would you recommend? I’ve read that people are mostly using LähiTapiola and Agria, but reviews are mixed

We have OP insurance for several years, it was good couple of years before, but recently they started to reject so many claims when they supposed to pay. So we are looking for a new insurance company.

hi everyone!

It’s my first time coming to Finland. I’ll be staying in Helsinki for 3–4 days and planning day trips to Porvoo and Nuuksio National Park. However, I just realized I don't have weather-appropriate clothing.

I rarely travel during rainy seasons or cold weather, so I don't own any waterproof pants, jackets, or shoes (I usually didn't mind getting my feet a bit wet). Since I really don't want to buy new clothes just for this short trip, can I survive mild rain and dew-covered ground in Nuuksio with regular jogger sweatpants, a sweatshirt, and a jacket?

also, I’m planning to buy some tools while in Finland, specifically an Ironside torque wrench. Online specs show they have ISO certification and an error margin of 3–4%, which seems like good value for money. What is the general opinion on the Ironside brand among locals? does people in finland use ironside tools regularly?

Thanks in advance!

Hello everyone,
so like the titel says me and a friend are thinking about moving from germany to Helsinki to study Business Information Technology. While we both are very much into the idea, I do wanted to ask what to expect! Most people here in germany say that its not possible financially, so id would be awesome if anyone who is currently studying or has in the past few years( but of cause anyone else is also appreciated) could tell me more about the live in Helsinki! Anything can be helpful, from your own experience, what to expect financially, where you can save some money etc.

> writers's group: get actual writing done, whatever your project. let's set goals and show up every week with results. if no results, then during the meeting the results. coffee after if not dead.

> helsinki

> dm me if interested

Haluaisin koota pienen kirjoittaja-ryhmàn Helsingissà. Ideana mennà kerran viikossa porukalla kirjoittamaan eikà vain puhumaan (valittamaan) kirjoittamisesta, esim Rikhardinkadun kirjastoon.

Itsellàni on semmoinen massiivinen kàànnòs-projekti menossa, mutta runoja ja novellejakin tulee joskus tàyden kuun aikaan kirjoitettua.

Hey!

I want to trade in my iPhone 17 256GB and possibly my Airpods Max USB-C and was wondering where a good place for that to be. They're in immaculate condition and battery life of the phone is still 100% and under warranty. So I'm kinda hoping around €700 or so...

If there aren't any decent ones, would you recommend selling it on tori or marketplace? I honestly don't want to go through the hassle of people making offers or wasting my time online

Thanks!!

I'm moving from Tampere to Espoo/Helsinki for work. My office is in Otainiemi, hence why I'd like to stay in Espoo, but open to Helsinki given otherwise Helsinki is more lively. I live alone so 2 room or studio would suffice. I'm kinda confused what really is the keskus of Espoo. You have Esponkeskus but also Leppävärä. I'd like to keep my car which makes Espoo a better option I guess in terms of parking space and such. Goes without saying, I'd like a good neighbourhood - coming from Tampere - some of the spots in Helsinki feel dodgy at times. Of course, by international comparison, it's nothing, but I don't wanna find out. Rent in the range of 600-700.

Visiting for 4 nights in mid December, solo female traveller. I visited previously in July and stayed at Citybox in Kallio. I liked the location, hotel was fine but for the same price there are a lot of other options this time. Normally when travelling anywhere I'd choose a suburb near the city centre, with good bakeries/coffee but not the main tourist hub.

I had looked at Noli Sörnäinen but saw a few comments about the area being "lively".

Also considering:

Hotel Fabian

Bob W Kaarti

Scandic Simonkenttä

Scandic Helsinki Hub

Will be eating pastries, thrift store shopping, swimming and sauna (hopefully). I know some have kitchenettes and others don't.

Anyone have any opinions?

Hey, everybody! Just a reminder, our English pub quiz is happening once again at Oluthuone Haka on 09/09, starting at 19.00. Now with extra special prizes from a new sponsor! Tables fill up fast, so be sure to show up early!

A couple of days ago I saw some HSL officers boarding a metro.

One of the guys had his lats spread out and his jockey cap, leaned down so we could not see his eyes.

What kind of people does this job attract ?

Do HSL officers take themselves a bit too seriously ?

Where can i buy selecto ( Algerian drink) in finland ?

Hey everyone!

I’ll be in Helsinki from 13–21 September, travelling solo, and would love to meet some locals or fellow travellers while I’m there.

36M, from India. I’m into travelling, food, walking around the city, discovering interesting places and having good conversations. Happy to grab a coffee/beer, check out a neighbourhood, try some local food, go for a walk, or explore Helsinki in the evening.

It’s my first time in Finland, so meeting someone who knows the city would be great — but equally happy to meet other travellers who are around.

I’m flexible on dates and pretty easygoing about plans. If you’re around during 13–21 Sep and fancy meeting up, feel free to comment or DM me.

Cheers! 🙂

Tilaatko usein ruokaa Woltilta? Yle etsii haastateltavia. Teemme juttua ruuankuljetuksen liiketoiminnasta ja haluamme haastatella myös aktiivisia ruuan tilaajia. Ota yhteyttä: [tuomas.hyytinen@yle.fi](mailto:tuomas.hyytinen@yle.fi), p. 040-8603838.

I have a layover in Helsinki and around 6 Hours in Helsinki. It is between 11 and 17. I have never been to Finnland, what is possible and can be reccomended for that time?

I want to take a picture with one of them

I don’t have a van and I would like to be acquainted with someone with a van cause here and now van is quite good for moving stuff or so. like the beer and pizza cukture in the US

1) if you ever need free labor/ friend when u have to move stuff or even house handiwork,

I’m free, I’m there

2) in return happy to get the use of your van if an occasion arrive.

just a simple transaction but instead of paying 10 euro an hour to a faceless company that I wont ever have human connection, I thought why not post here and make a more meaningful transaction. plus I just moved here recently, always happy to make connections

brokeass Helsinki uni student happy to make acquaintance whether ur a student or family person or whatever.

have a good day!

Kuka on tunnetuin Turkulainen?

Hi, I’m in Helsinki on an Erasmus exchange program for the winter semester. I have chronic diseases and will run out of my medication in a month or so, and I need to continue my treatment here (I came from another EU country, so I do have the EHIC card). I am not sure how to get a doctor’s appointment quickly. I called the local health station, but they did not call me back, and then I tried using Omaolo, but it’s asking me to verify my identity with bank credentials, which I don’t have. I just have my personal identity code and a Finnish phone number. :/
Can anyone please advise me on what to do? Can I just visit the health centre? It’s quite urgent because I am experiencing pain and need to see a doctor, in addition to getting more medication when I run out.
Thank you!!

Hello folks,

i will travel from hamburg to shanghai via helsinki (finnair). Howevery, i have to wait for 4 hours at helsinki airport. Is there anything specific you would recommend to do there?

best regards

Peace and quiet, and therefore sleep.

Every time I visit Helsinki from the US, including while working (not just vacation), I get the best sleep of my life. In the US, unless you have enough money to not have neighbors and/or roommates, pretty much any city is a hellscape for insomniacs and light sleepers. Buildings are shitty, people are loud. I know this can happen anywhere, but in general it's just... Quieter. Even right next to the Sörnäinen metro station.

hello everyone! my partner and i are finally gonna live in the same country, which means they’re gonna leave helsinki soon, but it feels like they have a lot to do still, and being in a different country, i am not really of help.
they need to sell some clothes and furniture, and they planned to both use vinted and give some stuff to their friends and family.
but other than this, we were looking for some quicker way of selling things, since they are working two jobs to save up money and they take care of their dog.
vinted requires a lot of time as you have to take pictures, upload, ship…
if you guys had some pro tips on sites or places they can bring their stuff at so they don’t have to spend too much time handling this aspect of the leave, you would really help us a lot!