5 Finnish saunas that show there’s a sauna for every taste
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5 Finnish saunas that show there’s a sauna for every taste

There are over three million saunas in Finland – in theory, enough for everyone in Finland to have a sauna at the exact same time! While most of them are privately owned, public sauna culture is also thriving, with a staggering variety of options available. Here are a few outstanding picks if you’re looking to experience the real deal.

Finnish American designer Ervin Latimer creates inclusive fashion
Life & societyFashion

Finnish American designer Ervin Latimer creates inclusive fashion

Finnish American designer Ervin Latimer believes that fashion needs to change, not people. He designs for a variety of bodies and genders. Latimer’s uncompromising design philosophy has made waves at renowned events such as Copenhagen Fashion Week and Pitti Uomo.

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First place in European Happiness Equality Index

Source: The Happiness Research Institute

Finnish comic artist Kaisa Leka breaks preconceptions about disabilities and being outdoors
Life & societyEquality

Finnish comic artist Kaisa Leka breaks preconceptions about disabilities and being outdoors

Award-winning artist and adventurer Kaisa Leka wants to ensure that nature is accessible for everyone. Her prosthetic legs have taken her across the United States and all the way to the Arctic Sea, but her hidden gems are on the countless islands of the Finnish archipelago.

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in Europe in quality of life

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in the World Happiness Report

Source: UN World Happiness Report