The Riga food scene is definitely alive and kicking. I had no idea what to expect from Latvian food, but I spent a lot of my time in Riga eating! After exploring the origins of Latvian cuisine and trying as many Latvian dishes as I could, I’ve come up with this list to help you […]
I enjoyed my visit to Riga last year, but to really get under the skin of the city I asked local Riga expert Lelde to share her top tips for spending a long weekend in Riga, including the best things to do in Riga, recommendations for what to eat in Riga and the perfect escape […]
Sigulda is the perfect combination of adventure, nature and culture and makes a wonderful day trip from Riga. I visited Sigulda as part of a complimentary guided tour arranged by the WITS conference, and only got to spend the day there – but if you have more time you could easily spend a weekend in […]
Riga is a lovely city and a great place to get a taste of Latvian culture and history. However, Latvia has much more to offer beyond the capital, so if you’re planning a trip to Riga, allocate some extra time to explore the rest of the country. Here are some of the best day trips […]