Travel with Tarry

Coming to Tallinn on the ferry from Helsinki? Here's how I spent 3 days in Tallinn: the Old Town, the best viewpoints, Telliskivi, Kalamaja and Seaplane Harbour, all on foot. Free itinerary PDF inside.

Where to stay in Helsinki, by area and budget. The best neighbourhoods for first timers, food lovers and budget travellers, with top-rated hotels in each.

Helsinki can be pricey, but the best parts are free. Here are the free things to do in Helsinki I tried myself, from Oodi and the National Library to Huvilakatu, plus free museum days.

My exact one day in Helsinki itinerary with times: Oodi Library, Sibelius Monument, coffee at Cafe Bertha, lunch at Market Square, two cathedrals, the National Library, Huvilakatu and a free museum. Mostly free and walkable.

Planning a summer weekend near Helsinki? Here are the things to do in Ekenas, Finland's little seaside town: Old Town shops, Café Gamla Stan, the beach, a bike ride to Ramsholmen and where I stayed.

Looking for a peaceful seaside stay in Finland? Discover my stay at Knipnäs Läkarvillan in Ekenäs, a cosy villa with charming interiors, a kitchen, sauna facilities, and beautiful natural surroundings.

I spent 23 unforgettable days traveling across China — from Beijing’s historic landmarks and Xi’an’s Terracotta Warriors to Zhangjiajie’s surreal mountains and Shanghai’s modern skyline. This article shares a storytelling overview of my route, highlights, and travel tips.