Helsinki isn't Stinky

 Flying from Thailand on our way home, we had a 30-odd hour layover in Helsinki and it turned out to be rather nice.  

Our 88 EUR ($118) a night apartment 

Helsinki is fairly expensive even by European standards, but the people were pleasant and the city was clean and beautiful.  We had no problem getting by with English and everyone we met was happy to speak to us about the city or answer questions.  The easiest rout to the apartment was by taking the Yellow Taxi from the airport for 26 EUR ($35).  We found out place on Hostelbookers, and even though it wasn't the cheapest option, it was the best value compared to a dorm bed for a few euros less.

 

The city was beautiful and easy tow walk around.  It has a great tram/bus/subway system, but we opted to not use it an just hoof it.  

 The main perk in picking an apartment was the included kitchen that we quickly filled.  We made a great salmon and hollandaise sauce dish with vegetables for Renee's birthday.