Comments on: Why Not Skiing in Finland? – Five Best Ski Resorts in Finland http://homeboyski.com/2007/12/03/why-not-skiing-in-finland-five-best-ski-resorts-in-finland/ Kick Ass Ski Blog! Thu, 09 Feb 2012 19:16:59 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: Ski Finland – List of Finnish ski resorts | RV Parts and Accessories http://homeboyski.com/2007/12/03/why-not-skiing-in-finland-five-best-ski-resorts-in-finland/comment-page-1/#comment-13689 Ski Finland – List of Finnish ski resorts | RV Parts and Accessories Mon, 02 Jan 2012 00:35:05 +0000 http://homeboyski.com/2007/12/03/why-not-skiing-in-finland-five-best-ski-resorts-in-finland/#comment-13689 [...] resort featured, please click on our links to the right. Ski Finland – Finnish ski resorts#805Skiing in Finland is unlike any other Alpine ski holiday.  If you want to ski in breathtaking, pea...more, you can combine your skiing with a whole host of other exciting Arctic experiences. Skiing in [...] [...] resort featured, please click on our links to the right. Ski Finland – Finnish ski resorts#805Skiing in Finland is unlike any other Alpine ski holiday.  If you want to ski in breathtaking, pea…more, you can combine your skiing with a whole host of other exciting Arctic experiences. Skiing in [...]

]]> By: Claire Warrington http://homeboyski.com/2007/12/03/why-not-skiing-in-finland-five-best-ski-resorts-in-finland/comment-page-1/#comment-9071 Claire Warrington Thu, 14 Oct 2010 12:44:59 +0000 http://homeboyski.com/2007/12/03/why-not-skiing-in-finland-five-best-ski-resorts-in-finland/#comment-9071 There was skiing in Yllas Finland even before there was a proper road and Yllas has some of the best skiing in Finland. There have been lots of improvements over the last couple of years, making Yllas one of the best places to go for skiing. There was skiing in Yllas Finland even before there was a proper road and Yllas has some of the best skiing in Finland. There have been lots of improvements over the last couple of years, making Yllas one of the best places to go for skiing.

]]> By: Andermatt Ski Resort Review | Homeboy's Skiing Blog http://homeboyski.com/2007/12/03/why-not-skiing-in-finland-five-best-ski-resorts-in-finland/comment-page-1/#comment-7121 Andermatt Ski Resort Review | Homeboy's Skiing Blog Mon, 07 Sep 2009 06:27:45 +0000 http://homeboyski.com/2007/12/03/why-not-skiing-in-finland-five-best-ski-resorts-in-finland/#comment-7121 [...] station and a terrible Lütersee t-bar which reminds me of Finnish horror t-bars in Pyhä (one of Finland’s best ski resorts). Behind Gemsstock lies Andermatt’s treasure which I (and, I think, you too) am interested [...] [...] station and a terrible Lütersee t-bar which reminds me of Finnish horror t-bars in Pyhä (one of Finland’s best ski resorts). Behind Gemsstock lies Andermatt’s treasure which I (and, I think, you too) am interested [...]

]]> By: Ray York UK http://homeboyski.com/2007/12/03/why-not-skiing-in-finland-five-best-ski-resorts-in-finland/comment-page-1/#comment-7084 Ray York UK Thu, 13 Aug 2009 15:18:22 +0000 http://homeboyski.com/2007/12/03/why-not-skiing-in-finland-five-best-ski-resorts-in-finland/#comment-7084 I have skied most of the top resorts in France and Canada, and have also visited Italy and Austria, in each case I more or less got what I expected, but a few years ago went further North to Norway and was disappointed, apart from the high cost of living, the slopes were icy and mostly under floodlight. I must admit that I went in January and the sun never rose over the slopes - hence the need for floodlights. My point in making the above statement is that I have been considering going to Finland for a complete change - I am now 65 and past the stage of deep blacks and moguls - can someone give me some advice as to what to expect in Finland - i.e. is the skiing under floodlights, do you see the sun in the winter months, what about the snow conditions (icy, slushy, or powder), I am not solely going for the skiing my wife wants to see the Northern Lights if possible, which is the best resort to visit and what month of the year. Any comments would be appreciated. I have skied most of the top resorts in France and Canada, and have also visited Italy and Austria, in each case I more or less got what I expected, but a few years ago went further North to Norway and was disappointed, apart from the high cost of living, the slopes were icy and mostly under floodlight. I must admit that I went in January and the sun never rose over the slopes – hence the need for floodlights.
My point in making the above statement is that I have been considering going to Finland for a complete change – I am now 65 and past the stage of deep blacks and moguls – can someone give me some advice as to what to expect in Finland – i.e. is the skiing under floodlights, do you see the sun in the winter months, what about the snow conditions (icy, slushy, or powder), I am not solely going for the skiing my wife wants to see the Northern Lights if possible, which is the best resort to visit and what month of the year.
Any comments would be appreciated.

]]> By: Saunagondola - Enjoy Sauna in a Gondola Lift! | Skiing Info, Tips, Reviews http://homeboyski.com/2007/12/03/why-not-skiing-in-finland-five-best-ski-resorts-in-finland/comment-page-1/#comment-6996 Saunagondola - Enjoy Sauna in a Gondola Lift! | Skiing Info, Tips, Reviews Wed, 29 Apr 2009 15:18:41 +0000 http://homeboyski.com/2007/12/03/why-not-skiing-in-finland-five-best-ski-resorts-in-finland/#comment-6996 [...] discussed with Aki Rundgren, the marketing manager of Ylläs ski resort in Finland. According to Mr. Rundgren, saunagondola of Ylläs is the first one in the world, and probably in [...] [...] discussed with Aki Rundgren, the marketing manager of Ylläs ski resort in Finland. According to Mr. Rundgren, saunagondola of Ylläs is the first one in the world, and probably in [...]

]]> By: Saunagondola - Enjoy Sauna in a Gondola Lift! | Homeboy's Skiing Blog http://homeboyski.com/2007/12/03/why-not-skiing-in-finland-five-best-ski-resorts-in-finland/comment-page-1/#comment-6995 Saunagondola - Enjoy Sauna in a Gondola Lift! | Homeboy's Skiing Blog Wed, 29 Apr 2009 10:20:07 +0000 http://homeboyski.com/2007/12/03/why-not-skiing-in-finland-five-best-ski-resorts-in-finland/#comment-6995 [...] discussed with Aki Rundgren, the marketing manager of Ylläs ski resort in Finland. According to Mr. Rundgren, saunagondola of Ylläs is the first one in the world, and probably in [...] [...] discussed with Aki Rundgren, the marketing manager of Ylläs ski resort in Finland. According to Mr. Rundgren, saunagondola of Ylläs is the first one in the world, and probably in [...]

]]> By: Janet http://homeboyski.com/2007/12/03/why-not-skiing-in-finland-five-best-ski-resorts-in-finland/comment-page-1/#comment-6835 Janet Tue, 17 Mar 2009 14:08:33 +0000 http://homeboyski.com/2007/12/03/why-not-skiing-in-finland-five-best-ski-resorts-in-finland/#comment-6835 Since this article was written, Levi has grown and expanded. Levin Tori, the new town centre opened in November 2008, and has taken Levi to new heights. A snow making machine has been purchased which ensures the Alpine FIS World Cup for future years, irrelevant of snow conditions. The 2008 world Cup was a great success. Investment is Levi has been immense and is ongoing, Levi is gaining in popularity all the time and tourists conitnue to flock all year round. The new shopping centre in Levi is remaining open all year round, thus providing additional facilities. Levi has facilities for all skiers and snowboarders; beautiful cross country skiing routes through Lapland's unspoilt landscapes, Kidsland where there is tuition for all ages, and sledging for the children (and adults seem to enjoy it too!!!) Levi is also a fantastic place to invest in property, with increasing numbers of tourists the demand for quality accommodation is more now than ever before. Since this article was written, Levi has grown and expanded. Levin Tori, the new town centre opened in November 2008, and has taken Levi to new heights.
A snow making machine has been purchased which ensures the Alpine FIS World Cup for future years, irrelevant of snow conditions. The 2008 world Cup was a great success.
Investment is Levi has been immense and is ongoing, Levi is gaining in popularity all the time and tourists conitnue to flock all year round. The new shopping centre in Levi is remaining open all year round, thus providing additional facilities.
Levi has facilities for all skiers and snowboarders; beautiful cross country skiing routes through Lapland’s unspoilt landscapes, Kidsland where there is tuition for all ages, and sledging for the children (and adults seem to enjoy it too!!!)
Levi is also a fantastic place to invest in property, with increasing numbers of tourists the demand for quality accommodation is more now than ever before.

]]> By: Janne http://homeboyski.com/2007/12/03/why-not-skiing-in-finland-five-best-ski-resorts-in-finland/comment-page-1/#comment-4787 Janne Thu, 05 Feb 2009 18:49:50 +0000 http://homeboyski.com/2007/12/03/why-not-skiing-in-finland-five-best-ski-resorts-in-finland/#comment-4787 Thanks for your nice comment (GsyMoo). We pretty much agree with you (although it is nice to hit the "real" mountains in the Alps etc. once in a while...:)) Himos is, as you mentioned, the first resort up north from Helsinki where you can have some (longer) turns without the feeling that the slope ends up way too early... In Norway or Sweden there are several possibilities to off-piste/big mountain skiing too. In comparison, Finnish Lapland has some nice offerings too (when the snow is good) but it lacks really long runs and/or consistent steeps. But as you said, Lapland is all about the unique feeling, peaceful nature and real winter!(and,oh, I forgot - I guess some people go there to drink/party too...:)) Thanks for your nice comment (GsyMoo).

We pretty much agree with you (although it is nice to hit the “real” mountains in the Alps etc. once in a while…:))

Himos is, as you mentioned, the first resort up north from Helsinki where you can have some (longer) turns without the feeling that the slope ends up way too early…

In Norway or Sweden there are several possibilities to off-piste/big mountain skiing too. In comparison, Finnish Lapland has some nice offerings too (when the snow is good) but it lacks really long runs and/or consistent steeps. But as you said, Lapland is all about the unique feeling, peaceful nature and real winter!(and,oh, I forgot – I guess some people go there to drink/party too…:))

]]> By: GsyMoo http://homeboyski.com/2007/12/03/why-not-skiing-in-finland-five-best-ski-resorts-in-finland/comment-page-1/#comment-4665 GsyMoo Thu, 22 Jan 2009 13:04:12 +0000 http://homeboyski.com/2007/12/03/why-not-skiing-in-finland-five-best-ski-resorts-in-finland/#comment-4665 I'm from the UK and I totally agree about skiing in Finland. I go there every opportunity I get (6 times in 8 years). I find the Finnish winter so much more satisfying than the European ones. Proper cold and proper snow. I have been to the Alps and the Rockies too to ski, and although the mountains are HUGE there is not necessarily so much of them available to the mainstream holiday skier. The real advantage of Finland is the magic of Lapland, and there is so much more to do than skiing. Go to an Alpine resort and ask them if you can take a dog sledge or skidoo out for the day. No chance. If you are in the south of Finland there are several other resorts too. I've been to Messila near Lahti, about an Hours drive north east of Helsinki, and Himos near Jamsa, about 3 hours drive from Helsinki if you fancy a weekend away from the city. Neither of them are large but they have nicely kept slopes and as with most Finnish slopes they are floodlit, so you don't have to worry about the short winter nights! I’m from the UK and I totally agree about skiing in Finland. I go there every opportunity I get (6 times in 8 years). I find the Finnish winter so much more satisfying than the European ones. Proper cold and proper snow.
I have been to the Alps and the Rockies too to ski, and although the mountains are HUGE there is not necessarily so much of them available to the mainstream holiday skier.
The real advantage of Finland is the magic of Lapland, and there is so much more to do than skiing. Go to an Alpine resort and ask them if you can take a dog sledge or skidoo out for the day. No chance.
If you are in the south of Finland there are several other resorts too. I’ve been to Messila near Lahti, about an Hours drive north east of Helsinki, and Himos near Jamsa, about 3 hours drive from Helsinki if you fancy a weekend away from the city. Neither of them are large but they have nicely kept slopes and as with most Finnish slopes they are floodlit, so you don’t have to worry about the short winter nights!

]]> By: Kalle Palander Says No To Indoor Skiing | Homeboy's Skiing Blog http://homeboyski.com/2007/12/03/why-not-skiing-in-finland-five-best-ski-resorts-in-finland/comment-page-1/#comment-3849 Kalle Palander Says No To Indoor Skiing | Homeboy's Skiing Blog Sat, 15 Nov 2008 21:16:55 +0000 http://homeboyski.com/2007/12/03/why-not-skiing-in-finland-five-best-ski-resorts-in-finland/#comment-3849 [...] Comment Kalle Palander, our number one alpine skier is out of the FIS World Cup slalom event (Levi, Finland) this weekend. Before the season Palander was really confident and felt good about the [...] [...] Comment Kalle Palander, our number one alpine skier is out of the FIS World Cup slalom event (Levi, Finland) this weekend. Before the season Palander was really confident and felt good about the [...]

]]> By: Skiing in Finland - Five Good Reasons to Ski in Finland | homeboyski.com http://homeboyski.com/2007/12/03/why-not-skiing-in-finland-five-best-ski-resorts-in-finland/comment-page-1/#comment-214 Skiing in Finland - Five Good Reasons to Ski in Finland | homeboyski.com Tue, 04 Dec 2007 12:49:24 +0000 http://homeboyski.com/2007/12/03/why-not-skiing-in-finland-five-best-ski-resorts-in-finland/#comment-214 [...] in Finland - Five Good Reasons to Ski in Finland Yesterday I discussed about the top five ski resorts in Finland. As I said yesterday, there are few good ski resorts in Finland providing family skiing, [...] [...] in Finland – Five Good Reasons to Ski in Finland Yesterday I discussed about the top five ski resorts in Finland. As I said yesterday, there are few good ski resorts in Finland providing family skiing, [...]

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