What do you need to prepare for going to Finland?
To go to Finland to see the aurora, you need to enter the Arctic Circle. The temperature here may reach minus 40 degrees in winter, and it is very windy and snowy. Windproof and warm hats, non-slip and warm boots, and windproof and waterproof jackets are necessary A must-have for photographing the Aurora in Finland. Jackets and ski suits are also highly recommended. They are windproof, waterproof, warm and relatively lightweight, making them suitable for all types of outdoor sports. If you want to take beautiful photos in Finland, which is always cold, you can choose a brightly colored warm jacket, or pair it with cute and warm gloves and a hat. At the same time, you also need to prepare cash, credit cards, mobile WIFI, mobile power supply, conversion plugs, camera tripods, etc. Cold-proof clothing
When traveling to Finland in winter, “how cold is it?” and “how thick should you wear it?” are the first questions. Pay attention to the weather forecast of your destination in advance. The temperature in the northern polar circle of Finland may reach minus 40 degrees in winter, and it is windy and snowy. Thick, medium-length down jackets are a must. Warm clothing that can be prepared also includes fleece warm pants and windproof warm pants. Under the down jacket, you can choose a sweater or other clothing based on your personal feel. It is best to choose a waterproof material for your down jacket, because there is a lot of snow in the polar circle. If the outer jacket is not waterproof, it will be more troublesome after snowing. If you participate in winter outdoor activities in Finland, regular activity companies will provide outdoor warm clothing, shoes, gloves and other equipment to ensure that you will not get frostbite or catch the cold during outdoor activities. Shoes
Be sure to choose waterproof and non-slip shoes, preferably boots, to ensure that your ankles are not cold. Accessories
Warm hats (preferably Lei Feng hats that can protect your ears), earmuffs, scarves, and gloves are all necessary. The gloves should preferably be waterproof. Warming equipment
You can consider bringing warm equipment for all parts of your baby. Cash, credit card
Euros are used in Finland, so you should exchange some cash for backup before traveling. And prepare some extra change. Euros with a face value of more than 100 yuan are considered "super large bills" in the local area, and ordinary shops will refuse to collect them. VISA and MASTER credit cards are relatively popular local credit cards, while UnionPay cards and mobile payments are rarely used locally. It is best to exchange for a chip-type credit card from the bank before departure to ensure payment security. Mobile WIFI
The best way to obtain portable Internet in Finland is to rent mobile WIFI in advance. The price is 40-60 yuan/day. The signal effect varies according to different supply companies. Read the purchase reviews carefully before renting. , to help choose. Mobile power supply
The weather in Finland is cold and electronic devices consume a lot of power. It is necessary to carry a mobile power supply with you. It should be noted that please confirm that the mobile power supply is produced by a regular manufacturer and has a marked capacity on the power supply. Mobile power supplies without relevant clear markings will be seized and confiscated by security before boarding the plane. Converter plug
When traveling abroad, no matter whether the plug is the same or not, bringing a converter plug will add a lot of convenience to the journey. Camera tripod, etc.
The outdoor temperature in Finland is quite low in winter, usually around -20°C, so it is not recommended to take pictures with a mobile phone. It is necessary to bring a good-performing SLR and a tripod.
In addition to preparing a camera to shoot the aurora, it is also recommended to prepare these: wide-angle lens, tripod (hang heavy objects to avoid falling when the wind is strong), shutter release cable (to avoid camera shake, shoot aurora with time-lapse, if not, delay shooting to avoid camera shake) , flashlight headlight and other light sources (for focusing and filling light), spare battery (low temperature, quick power loss), spare memory card (raw format for shooting has large space)