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  • Seasons Greetings from the Explore Finland Radio Show

    Seasons Greetings from the Explore Finland Radio Show

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    Mark Wiltshear
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    There isn’t a full show during the Festive period, but I will be back in the New Year with new episodes. In the meantime, if you’re interested to read about Finnish Christmas celebrations you should head over to my journal post Hyvää joulua ja hyvää uutta vuotta! ◊◊◊ Mark ◊◊◊

  • Christmas 2014, Finnish-style

    Christmas 2014, Finnish-style

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    Mark Wiltshear
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    I don’t know how Christmas is celebrated in your country, but in Finland it is a peaceful, reflective time. People send greetings like “Rentoa ja Rauhallista Joulua ihan kaikille!” (A Relaxing and Peaceful Christmas to everyone!), or “Levollista joulua teille” (A Restful Christmas to you all”). This attitude is reflected throughout the festive period. Also,…