02 December, 2024

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St. George Journal is an online newspaper about Helsinki, wellbeing, art and design, good food, literature, current events and life at Hotel St. George.

Alvar Aalto A805: Artek’s iconic lamp shines in a new colour




The A805 floor lamp was produced in a new special colour for Hotel St. George – a beautiful green hue with its roots in Alvar Aalto’s atelier. Nicknamed “Angel Wing”, the lamp was born of collaboration by Aalto and master metal-worker Viljo Hirvonen.

Alvar Aalto A805: Artek’s iconic lamp shines in a new colour at Hotel St. George Helsinki

Exercise smart, not hard




“No pain, no gain” exercise routines are becoming a thing of the past. Read Marko Dombi's, personal trainer at Hotel St. George, five best tips to better exercise! 

Sleep tight, feel alright! Why sleeping is the essence of well-being

Sleep tight, feel alright! Why sleeping is the essence of well-being

In Pornaistenniemi on the western shore of the bay, you can explore a black alder forest, and duckboards through the reeds take you from Arabia to the idyllic island of Lammassaari.

If you go down to the woods today – The 6 best nature destinations around Helsinki

St  George Care Spa Helsinki Carol Roine

Avoid the winter blues with Nordic skin care tips

Linda Ekholm helps the Hotel St. George guests sleep and recover better by analyzing their sleep at Sleep Lab -sleep consultations.

How a sleep consultation will help you maximise recovery

 Finland is officially the world’s happiest country in the world. But what is Nordic happiness and well-being made of?

In search of Nordic well-being

Liam loves meeting different people from all over the world with different stories and cultural backgrounds.

How a few words of Finnish can make a man’s dream come true

A girl sitting in St. George Care Spa reading magazine

The unknown design classic that invites you to relax: Arne Jacobsen's Paris Chair

What is lymphatic therapy and why you should try it

What is lymphatic therapy and why you should try it

The long white ramp that leads to the exhibitions in Kiasma

The art museums and galleries of central Helsinki

Finnish History in 15 Short Chapters

Letting off steam: How to discover the perfect Helsinki sauna for you

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