Apply For Finland 2026 Free Trip: Weeklong Experience Of Finnish Summer

Finland, renowned globally as the happiest country according to World Population Review, is now offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience this joy firsthand. Visit Finland, the country’s official tourism board, is inviting travellers from around the world to participate in a weeklong summer challenge in the Finnish Lakeland region- Europe’s largest lake district.

The campaign encourages visitors to slow down, reconnect with nature, and adopt the Finnish lifestyle of balance and relaxation. According to the promotional video, Finns embrace summer as the perfect time to recharge. The itinerary is simple yet immersive: wake up at your own pace, explore the lakes by bike or on foot, grill local food, take a sauna, swim, and relax – repeating the cycle to rejuvenate the mind and body.

“This is when we find our state of happiness and our natural flow,” the video explains. “Wake up, head out, grill some, swim some, then chill. Do that for a couple of weeks, and you'll be okay for the next 11 months.”

How To Apply For The Finnish Happiness Trip

The 7-day Finnish Lakeland challenge is open to anyone aged 18 or above, and applications close on March 29, 2026, at 11:59 pm EEST (3:29 am IST). Applying is simple and involves two steps:

1. Social Media Challenge: Create a short video on Instagram or TikTok with your chosen travel partner (friend, family member, or loved one). Introduce yourselves and answer: “What do you imagine a Finnish summer holiday in Lakeland looking like?”
2. Submit Your Application: Fill out the form on the Visit Finland website and link your social media video so organisers can contact you if selected.

Participants get the chance to explore pristine lakes, scenic forests, and the tranquillity that defines Finnish summers – all free of cost. This initiative not only promotes Finland as a travel destination but also highlights the lifestyle habits behind its top global happiness ranking.

So, if you’ve dreamt of experiencing the world’s happiest country, this is your moment to apply, unwind, and truly discover Finnish bliss.