Dreaming of a summer escape? Finland is calling! 🇫🇮
Visit Finland is giving travelers the chance to win a free, all-expenses-paid trip through its “Chill Like a Finn” challenge. Six lucky duos will be whisked away for seven days in the serene Finnish Lakeland this June 2026.
This isn’t just a vacation—it’s a full reset for the mind and body. Participants will experience the Finnish way of unwinding: switching off from notifications, slowing down, and reconnecting with nature.
The Finnish Lakeland, Europe’s largest lake district, is a hidden gem. With hundreds of lakes, islands, and peaceful forests, it’s the perfect place to escape the noise of everyday life.
“An increasing number of international tourists come to Finland searching for the secret to happiness,” said Heli Jimenez, Senior Director of International Marketing at Business Finland. “Yet Lakeland is still an undiscovered gem for many. It’s the region Finns themselves return to when they truly want to relax.”
Adventurous travelers can enjoy hiking in Kolovesi National Park, fishing in Lake Saimaa, or foraging in Koli National Park, all while soaking in Finland’s long summer days and cool evenings.
The trip embraces the Finnish philosophy of slow holidaying: sauna sessions, refreshing lake dips, quiet forest walks, hammock naps, and countryside meals, far from the stress of modern life.
Participants must be at least 18 years old, and pairings can include anyone—a partner, friend, child, parent, or even a neighbor.
Applying is simple:
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Post a short video on Instagram or TikTok introducing yourself and sharing what a Finnish summer escape would mean to you.
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Fill out the official application form at ChillLikeaFinn.com.
Hurry—applications close March 29 at 23:59 EEST.
If you’ve ever wanted to slow down, breathe, and truly chill, this Finnish adventure might just be your dream summer come true. 🌲✨
