Five places to visit in Brussels
Brussels is the capital of Belgium and the political centre of the European Union, making it one of the most important cities in Europe. The city is home to many museums, such as the Royal Museums of Art and the Magritte Museum, dedicated to the famous Belgian surrealist René Magritte. Brussels also has many parks and green spaces, making it a pleasant destination especially in summer. Brussels [...]
Five places to visit in Manchester
Manchester is a city located in North West England, United Kingdom. It is one of the largest and most important cities in the region and plays an important role in the country's economy and culture. Manchester is a very vibrant and historically rich city, offering a wide range of entertainment opportunities for both culture and sports lovers. Manchester is also home to two of the world's most famous football clubs. [...]
Five places to visit in Edinburgh
Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, will suit visitors interested in exploring Britain's fascinating history, learning about Scottish culture and tasting the world's best whisky! Edinburgh is also one of the most visited cities in the UK. It's definitely worth a visit if you want to take a few days off, and there's plenty to explore if you want to [...]
Five places to visit in Glasgow
Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland and the third largest city in the United Kingdom. It is known for its rich cultural life - arts, theatre, music and sport. The city is home to many notable art galleries, museums and theatres. Glasgow is known for its diverse architecture, which includes Victorian buildings, modernist buildings and modern architectural masterpieces. The city is [...]
Five places to visit in Belfast
Belfast is the capital of Northern Ireland and one of the UK's most important cities. Belfast will captivate you with its rich history, vibrant cultural life and impressive architecture. Belfast began to develop as a major industrial and commercial centre in the 19th century. The city became famous for its shipbuilding industry. The city has a very convenient and extensive public transport network, including buses, [...]
Five places to visit in Dublin
Dublin is the capital of Ireland and is located on the Irish Sea coast. Dublin is known for its immense hospitality, vibrant cultural life and very rich and fascinating history, making it an excellent travel destination. The city is home to many museums and galleries, such as the National Archaeological Museum, the National Gallery and the [...]
Five places to visit in Corsica
Corsica is an island belonging to France, eight times smaller than Latvia, but rich in breathtaking mountainous scenery, panoramic views and a sense of the Mediterranean. The mountain peaks here are so small that they are not even called mountain peaks or, for example, peaks....but they are called needles (French: aiguille). Corsica is blessed with a [...]
Tips on how to stay financially safe when travelling
Summer is here and travelling to destinations near and far is on people's minds. According to a Luminor survey, 79% people plan to take at least one trip this year. Before the active travel season, Luminor Bank's financial expert Jekaterina Zinič reminds what to take into account to have a successful holiday without any unpleasant surprises. Before you [...]
Five places to visit in Cyprus
Cyprus is an island in the sparkling blue waters of the eastern Mediterranean. If you want to combine a relaxing Mediterranean holiday with a visit to world-famous historical sites, then Cyprus is for you! Blue lagoons, golden cliffs, huge banana plantations and vineyards - the island will make you feel like you're on another planet! The island is also a [...]
Interview with alternative traveller - Nils Alexis
Nils Alexis is a traveller who finds it easier to count the countries he hasn't been to than the ones he has. Nils has travelled very far, and with hardly any money - he has only used beat-up cars as means of transport and only a few euros in his daily budget. He is currently in the Danish-owned Faroe Islands, where he is staying indefinitely to earn [...]