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    Travels - Finland - Kuhmo

    Places to Visit in Kuhmo: Discovering Local Nature and Everyday Beauty

    August 27, 2026 - By pinoyupnorth

    Reading Time: 9 minutesThere are places we visit because they are famous. And then there are places we grow to love simply because they become part of our everyday life. For our family, Kuhmo has slowly become one of those places. Located in the Kainuu region of eastern Finland, Kuhmo…

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    Travels - Finland - Kuhmo

    Places to Visit in Kuhmo: A Peaceful Afternoon by Lentiira River, Lentiiranjoki

    August 26, 2026 - By pinoyupnorth

    Reading Time: 8 minutesSome places become memorable not because we planned a big adventure there, but simply because of how peaceful they made us feel. Since moving to Kuhmo, our family has slowly discovered many quiet corners surrounded by forests, lakes, rivers, and beautiful Finnish nature. Sometimes we find them…

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    Places to Visit in Kuhmo: Pajakkakoski Rapids

    August 25, 2026 - By pinoyupnorth

    Reading Time: 9 minutesLiving in Kuhmo has slowly taught us to appreciate the simple beauty of being surrounded by nature. Sometimes, you don’t need to travel far or plan an entire weekend getaway to find somewhere beautiful. A short drive, a little walk, and perhaps a thermos of coffee are…

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    Foods & Recipes

    Simple Blueberry Cheesecake Recipe

    August 24, 2026 - By pinoyupnorth

    Reading Time: 10 minutesMy nine-month maternity leave has given me more time at home, not only to take care of my family, but also to learn and enjoy new things. One of those things is baking. I wouldn’t call myself an expert baker. Most of the time, I learn by…

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    Places to Visit in Kuhmo: Exploring the Beautiful Kalevala Area

    August 21, 2026 - By pinoyupnorth

    Reading Time: 11 minutesA Peaceful Lakeside Escape in Kuhmo Living in Kuhmo for the past few years has given our family many opportunities to explore the natural beauty of Finland. What I love about living here is how nature is never really far away. Sometimes, all it takes is a…

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Hei! I’m Dii Roqz, the voice behind Pinoy Up North.

We’re from the Philippines, and my family’s journey has taken us through Dubai and eventually to our new home in Finland, where we arrived in April 2023.

Here, I share our everyday experiences – from family life and travel to health, education, migration, and the joys and challenges of adapting to life in the Nordic north.

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