The AMS-KAJ-KAO-AMS route will offer Dutch travelers easier access to the winter adventures of Ruka-Kuusamo.
TUI Netherlands launches new flight route to Kuusamo
TUI Netherlands is strengthening its winter operations in Finland by launching a new flight route from Amsterdam to Kuusamo via Kajaani.
Published Jan 13, 2025
The route will operate from January 17 to March 14, 2025. Seats will initially be divided equally between Kajaani and Kuusamo, with flexibility to adjust based on demand and availability. The new route is expected to bring over 700 travelers to the Kuusamo region during this winter season.
– Improving flight connections is crucial for growing international tourism. This new route provides our Dutch customers with a smoother way to experience the unique winter landscapes of Ruka-Kuusamo, says Janne-Juhani Haarma, CEO of the Ruka-Kuusamo Tourist Association.
Ruka-Kuusamo is renowned for its diverse winter activities, including skiing, sauna experiences, and northern lights tourism. With these enhanced flight connections, these experiences are now even more accessible to Dutch visitors.
– This new flight route supports the northern winter season and enhances our region's appeal to a significant operator like TUI, Haarma adds.
Ruka-Kuusamo’s International Tourism Development Receives Project Funding
The Ruka-Kuusamo region is currently implementing the project Rethinking North – Year-Round Tourism as a Key to Success, which aims to increase international awareness and tourism demand in the area, particularly during the snow-free seasons. The project focuses on developing sustainable and responsible tourism, improving accessibility, and creating new products tailored to international target groups.
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