Nestled in the heart of the Baltic Sea, the Aland Islands beckon Scandinavians looking for an easy summer getaway. Here’s how you can do the same.

Among the objects on display: one of the world’s only authentic skull-and-crossbones pirate flags, a 200-year-old artifact that came to the Aland Islands from the Mediterranean coast of North ...

The islands, nestled in a remote corner of northern Europe, are some of the least-travelled anywhere on the continent. By Joel Day 17:00, Sun, Jan 12, 2025 | UPDATED: 17:00, Sun, Jan 12, 2025 ...

The Åland Islands, or Åland, is technically a region of Finland that mostly speaks Swedish, yet operates as its own country, with its own parliament, its own legislation, and even its own flag.

MARIEHAMN, Finland — Outside the Russian consulate on the Åland Islands, in the middle of the Baltic Sea, emotions were running high. Twenty villagers had gathered with placards, flags and an ...

If Finland doesn't appeal, the next quietest island in Europe is Gotland, a gorgeous spot off the coast of Sweden. Chios in Greece is next on the list, with just 353.81 tourists for every km2, far ...

Russia has complained to Finland about vandalism at a Russian consulate on the Aland islands in the Baltic Sea between Finland and Sweden, the Finnish foreign ministry said on Thursday.

Ever heard of the Aland Islands? This beautiful archipelago in Europe is essentially its own country and is a truly stunning hidden gem worth exploring ...