Latvia may not be as popular a summer destination as, say, Spain or Italy, but that doesn’t mean it’s not a great place to visit. The season here is short and oh so sweet – especially if you know how to take full advantage of the region’s fleeting summer sunshine! Don your sunglasses and SPF and get […]
Riga
The 15 Best Restaurants in Riga, Latvia
Having lived in Riga for a few years, I’ve tried my fair share of the city’s restaurants. Some became fast favorites to which I return again and again, while others make for a nice splurge on special occasions. The following are what I feel to be the best restaurants in Riga. Yes, a few of them can be expensive depending on what you […]
The Best Cafes in Riga
One thing that continually impresses me about Riga is its well-developed cafe scene. First-time visitors to the city might be surprised to find expertly-brewed coffee, delectable pastries, and free WiFi at nearly every turn. Many cafes offer affordable business lunch sets of two or three courses for less than 10 euros, without sacrificing quality. But […]
The Top Attractions in Riga, Latvia
Riga’s top attractions form a snapshot of the city’s storied past, from its founding by German crusaders at the beginning of the 13th century to Riga’s reign as the largest city in the Swedish empire 400 years later. Riga was part of the Hanseatic League during the Middle Ages, the Russian Empire in the 18th […]
A Dog Sledding Adventure in Latvia
Keen to try out regional winter activities, I found a company, Discover Latvia, that organizes dog sledding tours, and gave them a ring after a particularly snowy week in January. What better place than northern Europe to give this sport a try? And I was in luck – they had a group going out! I eagerly waited […]