Aug 8-12 Savonlinna Film Festival . Aug 24 Finland Championship, Mobile Phone Throw, Savonlinna. Handshaking is customary. Normal courtesies should be observed. It is customary for the guest to refrain from drinking until the host or hostess toasts their health with a 'kippis' or a 'skol'.
Casual dress is acceptable.
Black tie will usually be specified when required. Finns appear sometimes to be rather reserved and visitors should not feel alarmed if there is a lack of small talk during the first half hour or so. Shoes must usually be removed when entering someone's home. The obligatory cloakroom or doorman fee is usually clearly indicated. Taxi drivers, washroom attendants and hairdressers are not tipped.