Meet Finland at IBTM World 2025

15.10.2025

Finland is a reliable and first-class destination for business events. Our strong international reputation as experienced event organisers ensures that every service is top-notch, keeping us consistently ranked among the world's Top 20 congress destinations.

Visit our stand H43 at IBTM World (November 18-20) and update your knowledge on Finland. We are ready to show you why Finland – ranked by the UN as the world's happiest country for eight years in a row – is the perfect choice for your next business event. On our stand you can explore the opportunities of some of the most popular destinations, congress venues, hotels and DMC's. 

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Finland offers a wide range of hotel options, from boutique hotels to luxury lodges and converted historic buildings.

Sokos Hotels boast a large variety of meeting and conference venues in their properties across Finland. All hotels prioritize location, situating guests right in city centers or exceptional resort areas. In Helsinki, the largest hotel can host events of up to 600 guests. 
Radisson Hotel Chain operates in Finland on a franchise basis with eight unique Radisson Blu Hotels and one Radisson RED Hotel. 
You can download a comprehensive presentation of Sokos Hotels and Radisson Hotels in Finland here. 
Iris Kiviharju, Key Account Manager: iris.kiviharju (at) sok.fi

With 20 unique and versatile hotels across Finland, Strawberry Hotel Group Finland provides both business and luxury accommodation styles. More importantly, they offer first-class venues capable of hosting large meetings and events with capacity for up to 800 guests.
To explore the Strawberry properties in Finland, you can download the presentation here. 
Sanna Tienari, Head of Sales, Meetings & Events: sanna.tienari (at) strawberry.fi

Finland offers a variety of high quality venues; everything from a conference center for 10,000 people to an intimate log cabin for 20 can be found here.

Finlandia Hall, an iconic masterpiece by Alvar Aalto, is centrally located in Helsinki, offering a beautilful setting by Töölönlahti Bay and conveniently within walking distance of numerous hotels. The venue provides exceptional capacity with over 40 versatile spaces, accommodating events ranging from 20 up to 1,700 guests. Every event benefits from seamless operation, with security and sustainability integrated into all processes. Furthermore, the facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art lighting and presentation technology, supported by fast and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Brochures, floor plans and more information on the premises and services are available here. 
Johanna Vappula, Senior Sales Manager International Sales: johanna.vappula (at) finlandiatalo.fi

Helsinki Congress Paasitorni is a full-service venue set within a restored historic building. It provides nearly 30 characterful event spaces suitable for up to 800 attendees. The venue is complemented by four restaurants and 170 hotel rooms. The carefully restored prestigious building, supplemented with new wings, provides an inspiring and memorable setting for events of all kinds. Paasitorni is a venue where the modern and playful meets the historical. 
Learn more and download Paasitorni's brochure here. 
Anu Penttilä, Chief Commercial Officer: anu.penttila (at) paasitorni.fi

Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre (Messukeskus) is a major event hub and one of the largest venues in the Nordic countries. It features seven halls for large exhibitions, complemented by a Conference Centre that offers 13 lecture halls and 40 spacious meeting rooms with natural light. 
The venue is fully equipped to handle both small meetings and major congresses, providing top-tier technical services, including complimentary Wi-Fi. Security, sustainability, and flexibility are central to all operations.
The venue brochure is available here.
Paula Blomster, Congress Manager: paula.blomster (at) messukeskus.com 

In Finland, we offer responsible business events produced in safe conditions in a country with a lot of room to roam, spacious and functional facilities and nature that is easily accessible. All this makes safe and effortless events possible – with the help of our reliable, local DMC's. 

Lappish values, such as nature, local culture and traditions meet the modern and up-to-date design with Arctic Incentives. Arctic Incentives by Lapland Safaris creates inspiring and unforgettable journeys to Finnish Lapland. Social and environmental responsibility are an essential part of the services. 
Explore a sample winter programme in Lapland here. 
Marika Tomminen, Head of Incentives: marika.tomminen (at) laplandsafaris.fi

Borealis DMC - Abercrombie & Kent Nordics designs and manages exclusive, custom-built business events throughout the Nordic countries. The company specializes in creating high-end experiences that utilize the region's unique environments, such as the Northern Lights and the Midnight Sun. This approach combines luxury arrangements with distinctive, natural settings to deliver memorable programs for events and incentive groups. 
Explore the World of Borealis brochure here. 
Marcella Infantino, Commercial Director: MInfantino (at) aktgborealis.com 

Elämys DMC Finland is a Destination Management Company and Professional Congress Organizer based in Finland. Specializing in organizing unique and personalized business events, Elämys caters to corporate incentives, business events, employee retreats, corporate travel and events, tailor-made experiences for corporate customers, meetings, seminars and conferences. Sustainability and transparency are the core values of all operations. 
Discover the services here.
Mari Viitanen, Sales Manager: mari.viitanen (at) elamysgroup.com

Next Travel Nordic is a family-owned DMC. With offices in Finland, Sweden, and Norway, Next Travel Nordic combines local expertise with a passion for excellent service. From incentives and meetings to leisure tours and cruise operations, the company creates sustainable, tailor-made travel experiences filled with creativity and care. 
Sofie Nyström, Project Manager: sn (at) nexttravel.fi 

Safartica is a privately owned Finnish DMC, activity provider and accommodation owner in Lapland, operating in Rovaniemi, Ylläs, Levi and Saariselkä. The company provides all land services, including accommodation, transfers, and its own nature activities such as snowmobiling, husky and reindeer safaris, Aurora tours, ice floating etc. Safartica believes in individual, meaningful experiences and personal service. 
Safartica also operates its own wilderness resort Vaattunki in Rovaniemi and hotels Rinne & Deluxe in Ylläs. 
Presentation of the services can be downloaded here. 
Aurelie Martin, Key Account Manager, aureli.martin (at) safartica.com

The Travel Experience is an award-winning DMC in Finland, handling a variety of incentive, conference, and corporate group products throughout the country. 
Services include hotel and venue finding, gala dinners, fun activities, social programs, transfers, excursions etc. As a Travelife Certified company, The Travel Experience ensures that every program emphasizes sustainability in all its aspects.
Merja Hart, Director: merja.hart (at) travel-experience.net 
info (at) travel-experience.net

Helsinki is the leading congress city in Finland, and a renowned destination for hosting major congresses. What makes congress organisers happy in Helsinki, is the city’s functionality and seamless arrangement experience. 
By choosing Helsinki you benefit from free expert guidance and services that guarantee your event’s success. Helsinki Convention Bureau offers free-of-charge assistance​ for all congress and event organisers. For materials, please visit Helsinki Convention Bureau's website. 
Contact: meetings (at) helsinkipartners.com 

Oulu is a lively urban city in northern Finland, and one of the fastest-growing urban hubs in Northern Europe. The city is known for its innovation, science, and digital culture – yet surrounded by arctic nature, seasonal contrasts, and fresh energy. With compact infrastructure, quick access via Helsinki, and authentic northern experiences, Oulu offers a unique mix of ease and edge. 
Visit Oulu and Oulu Convention Bureau help you arrange a successful event. Materials and presentations are available here. 
Anniina Merikanto, Head of Business Events: anniina.merikanto (at) visitoulu.fi 

Founded in 1923, Finnair is one of the world’s oldest operating airlines. With a heritage of innovation and Nordic design, Finnair offers a modern travel experience and a renewed brand built on sustainability and comfort. Serving over 100 destinations worldwide – including 16 in Finland, 70 in Europe, 11 in Asia, 2 in the Middle East and 7 in North America. Finnair also provides year-round access to Lapland, a unique gateway to the Arctic. Finnair is a member of the oneworld alliance.
Learn more about Finnair here. 
Geoffrey Carrage, Regional Manager Southern Europe: geoffrey.carrage (at) finnair.com 
Travel trade partners: agentinfo (at) finnair.com 

Finland is a unique and sustainable destination for business events in modern cities and breathtaking natural landscapes. From corporate social responsibility initiatives to diverse venues, Finland has everything necessary to meet the needs of any event or congress in a sustainable and memorable manner. 

Ready to be inspired? Join us on YouTube for a collection of videos that showcase the country's breathtaking nature and innovative spirit. No matter what you’re looking for, Finland Convention Bureau will help you find the destination that’s just right for your event or incentive. 

IBTM World takes place at Fira Barcelona Gran Via, November 18-20, 2025.