Paola, Helsinki

Who are you? My name is Paola, I am a IT professional and mother of two toddlers through birth and international adoption. Where, when and why did you move abroad? I was born and raised in Italy, but in 2010

A Guide To Renting In Helsinki

Helsinki, Finland’s capital, is rapidly gaining momentum as an expat destination. Increasing numbers of people from Europe and all over the world are considering moving to the city because of its high living standards, robust healthcare system, great quality of

Kathrin Deter, Helsinki

Who are you? I’m Kathrin! I’m originally from Luxembourg but I have lived in Helsinki since 2010. I’m self-employed, I work in Event and Influencer Marketing and PR, developing campaigns and concepts mainly in the tourism and outdoor industry. On

Wan Wei Soh, Helsinki

Who are you? Hey ExpatFocus, thank you for having me! This is Wan Wei, a curious content marketer from Singapore who is currently based in Helsinki. In my free time I also blog at The Hieno! Your Asian Insider’s Guide

Finland – Recommended Social Media Accounts

At Expat Focus, we like to be on the lookout for resources around the web that could help prospective expats adjust to their new countries. Today, we’re taking a look at Finland and some of the social media accounts you

Finland – Recommended Blogs

At Expat Focus, we like to be on the lookout for resources around the web that could help prospective expats adjust to their new countries. Today, we’re taking a look at Finland and some of the blogs that might be

Moving To Finland? 10 Mistakes To Avoid

The Nordic nation of Finland is the eighth largest country in Europe in terms of area, but also the most sparsely populated member of the European Union. Finland’s capital city, Helsinki, is a modern destination that remains rooted in its

Elena Barrett, Finland

Who are you? I’m an American teacher and writer living in Lappeenranta, Finland. Where, when and why did you move abroad? I’m originally from a tiny place in northwest Connecticut called Barkhamsted. I moved to Finland for love, and I