Lithuania is a country you see popping up more and more in the travel industry, boasting an off-beat and affordable option for a European escape. However, most people venturing into this southernmost Baltic nation tend only to set their sites on the baroque charms of its capital Vilnius or for the pristine white sand and… Read More
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3 Days in Tallinn Itinerary: Explore Beyond the Old Town
It’s easy on the surface to assume that one day in Tallinn is enough. After all, the Old Town – the main attraction for day trippers to Tallinn – is compact and easily walkable within a couple of hours. Include a short stop for lunch at a tacky, overpriced medieval restaurant and that is the… Read More
3 Days in Riga Itinerary: Things to Do in Latvia’s Capital
Visiting Riga wasn’t just like travelling to another European city for me. As the birthplace of both my parents, who left over thirty-five years ago thinking they’d never return, it’s remarkable that Riga has now firmly established itself as a popular tourist city. Travellers here come from all walks of life ranging from cruise ships… Read More
Baltics Travel: How Much Does it Cost?
The Baltic States of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia sit nestled in the northeastern corner of Europe and see very little international tourism outside of their respective capital cities. However, since joining the EU in 2004 and adopting the Euro as currency in 2015, travelling through these countries is met with the ease and low prices… Read More
3 Days in Vilnius Itinerary: Things To Do in Lithuania’s Capital
Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, has often been ignored when it comes to Baltic tourism. While it tends to be overshadowed by the medieval charms of Tallinn or the vibrant nightlife of Riga, Vilnius in itself is a bustling capital with an incredible history, beautiful baroque architecture, and many points of interest for visitors. Though… Read More
A Guide To Latvian Food And Drink
One of the reasons people love to travel is to learn about and try the local food. I’m no different in that respect however for me this goes far beyond eating at a hip restaurant or finding an authentic hole in the wall take away place. I love to understand how and what locals eat… Read More
Finding Paradise on a Baltic Beach
The Baltic countries are a relatively unexplored area of Europe and those who do end up visiting tend not to venture any further than the capital cities. This is an immense shame, however, because this small corner of Europe has so much to offer any traveller — including miles upon miles of beautiful, pristine coastline…. Read More
Why I Need to Visit Tallinn Again
I need to visit Tallinn again. I had grand plans when it came to visiting the Baltic countries, originally intending to spend close to six weeks exploring them. But as my Eastern European travels progressed, I happened to be in Budapest by the time I had intended to be much farther north. However, I had to go back… Read More
