MATKA 2024 Fully Hosted Buyers' Tour

Program  

Sunday, January 14

Flights with Finnair to Finland
06:20 AY088 arrives at Helsinki Airport from Shanghai
Meet your bus driver at the arrival hall with a sign "Matka 2024 FHB China and Singapore"
Driver´s name: Hannu R.
Phone number: +358401620190
Transfer by bus (together with FHB MATKA delegation from Singapore) to city centre
Welcome to Helsinki!
Awarded with 'City of Design' status by Unesco, Helsinki is a modern city that offers functional design, unique gastronomy and maritime appeal. The capital of Finland is filled with lively events all year round, but the peaceful archipelago and green forests are only a stone's throw away and can be easily reached by the efficient public transportation system
Check-in at Scandic Grand Marina
This imposing hotel is located by the sea in the idyllic and quiet Katajanokka district, right next to the Market Square and Helsinki city centre.
Breakfast at the hotel
Free Sunday in Helsinki relaxing, light lunch, shopping and getting rid of jet lag until 16:00.
16:00 Lobby call, meet your Visit Finland host at the hotel lobby (if you wish, please leave your big luggage at the hotel luggage room)
A short walk to Viking Line terminal
16:15 Meet your Viking Line host Mr Lauri Orpana (tel: +358 406624767) at the terminal
Welcome onboard M/S Gabriella
17:15 Departure to Stockholm
Viking Line introduction and ferry inspection
Dinner

Monday, January 15

Breakfast onboard
10:00 Arrival in Stockholm (Swedish time)
10:25 Meet your Stockholm guide and host Karin Strassburg from Visit Stockholm at the terminal for Stockholm citysightseeing including lunch
Transfer to Arlanda
15:30 Check-in
AY814 to Helsinki
Arrival at Helsinki Airport (Finnish time)
Meet your bus driver at the arrival hall with a sign "Matka 2024 FHB China & SGP"
Transfer by bus to Helsinki City, pick-up of luggage
Meet Finnair and Visit Finland representatives Mr Jari Nuotio and  Mr Teemu Ahola at the restaurant 
Transfer by bus to hotels
Check-in at Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Helsinki. 
The Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Helsinki is one of the city's most vibrant places—an iconic destination for jet setters, culture seekers, and business leaders. The historic building dates to 1917, when Finland gained its independence. Whether you're here for business or leisure, the hotel is close to several local attractions which puts the city within easy reach.

Tuesday, January 16

Breakfast at the hotel
09:00 Lobby Call, meet your Visit Finland host and your Helsinki guide Lili Bai Saturo (tel: +358 451790570)
Site visits to new Helsinki hotels
09:30-10:15 Lapland Hotels Bulevardi
In the middle of Helsinki´s bustling life filled with joyous discussions, you can find the Lapland Hotels Bulevardi and our luxurious rooms and fresh ingredients from the North. The harmony of the rooms recounts stories from the extremes and beauties of the nature. Following the Lapland's way, all details are made stylishly, without futile fuss.
10:30-11:15  Radisson RED Helsinki
Welcome to Radisson RED Helsinki—a vibrant twist on the conventional. From awesome everyday essentials to Instagrammable moments, this modern hotel delivers a stand-out experience.
11:30-12:15 Scandic Grand Central Helsinki. 
Scandic Grand Central Helsinki is located in the stunning historic building designed by the famous Eliel Saarinen at the Central Railway Station, where old-fashioned charm meets modern style in an inspirational way.
12:30-13:30 Lunch at restaurant Long Wall
13:30-15:30 Helsinki sightseeing tour by bus
The tour focuses on the fresh and surprising character of Helsinki. During the tour you will be introduced to the main attractions of Helsinki as well as to some of the hot spots of the local design scene and explore different types of urban phenomena and venues. You will also discover a few delicious secrets of Helsinki’s food culture. Explore and be inspired!
Free time
18:30 Lobby call, meet your Visit Finland host at Radisson Plaza lobby, a short walk to Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna.  
19:00 Meet your Sokos Hotels hosts Ms Karolina Rnjak (tel: +358 40 6783826) and/or Ms Anu Huusko (tel: +358 44 7533590) at Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna lobby
Dinner hosted by Sokos Hotels in Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna at Restaurant 10. Kerros  

Wednesday, January 17

MATKA 2024 Workshop Day 

Breakfast at the hotel
approx. at 08:00 Transfer by bus to Messukeskus
Program of the MATKA 2024 Workshop Day

Thursday, January 18

MATKA 2024 Trade Day

Breakfast at the hotel
Check-out, leave your luggage at the hotel luggage room
approx. 08:15 Transfer by bus to Messukeskus

MATKA 2024 Trade Day
Lunch (lunch coupons are given to you on Wednesday by your Visit Finland host)
Free afternoon in Messukeskus or Helsinki city center
Dinner hosted by Visit Finland
21:00 Pick-up your luggage from the hotels, first Radisson Blu Plaza
(Bus drives to Lapland Hotels Bulevardi)
Transfer by bus to Helsinki Airport
Check-in
Lounge visit

19.1.2024
00:50 Finnair flight home

Thank you for visiting Finland!