Travellers Andrusaiti publish their second book
Latvian travellers Alīna and Jēkabs Andrušaiti present their latest book of travel stories, “Dream Chasers” Journey: Reaching New Peaks“, in which the authors take readers on journeys from Arctic Svalbard to futuristic super trees in Singapore and give a glimpse behind the scenes of their travels and the making of their blog. ”Dream Chasers“ Journey: Reaching New Heights" is the sequel to Alina and Jacob's first book "Dream [...]
Rocket Bean recognised as the best café in Latvia in the international competition “European Coffee Trip Awards 2025”
Source: Leta Information prepared by Marija Vorkule, Communications Consultant at Rocket bean. Latvian coffee brand Rocket Bean has won the title of Latvia's best coffee shop in the European Coffee Trip Awards 2025 - the largest European vote in which coffee lovers themselves vote for the best coffee shop. The Coffee Awards can be called the “Michelin of coffee”, but there's one major difference: the decision [...]
Riga Airport to offer flights to more than 70 destinations in the winter season
Source: Leta The winter season at Riga Airport starts today, offering flights to more than 70 destinations in 35 countries, LETA was informed by Riga Airport. The airport said that travellers will have access to a network of Baltic routes to popular leisure destinations and major European business hubs, as well as new opportunities for travel to the Middle East and Scandinavia. In the winter [...]
From dream to reality: how to finance your dream trip
Everyone has a dream destination - somewhere they'd like to go at least once in their lifetime. It could be a relaxing island getaway, a cultural and gastronomic adventure in Japan or a trip to Thailand. However, these dreams often remain in the realm of the imagination, because the trip seems too expensive or out of reach financially. In reality, [...]
Turn your clocks back an hour on Sunday night!
Source: Leta Information compiled by the Ministry of Economics. On the night of Saturday to Sunday, 26 October, the clocks will be turned back by one hour across Latvia. According to the current procedure in Latvia, the changeover to standard time takes place at 4:00 on the last Sunday in October. The daylight saving time changeover in Latvia is [...]
Beyond Dubai's glittering skyscrapers: mountain trails, desert sunsets and outdoor adventures
Source: Leta Information provided by Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism. Dubai takes on a new lease of life as autumn sets in - the gentle sun and pleasantly warm air invite you not only to enjoy the city's charms, but to venture beyond its borders and explore the Arabian countryside, experience new natural sensations and create unforgettable memories. Just a [...]
Casino game strategies: can you really beat the odds?
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Five unusual Swedish dishes that will surprise even seasoned gourmets
Information prepared by Ieva Renāte Pētersone, DFDS Communications Consultant. When travelling in autumn or planning a winter holiday, more and more people are choosing to discover destinations not only through the sights, but also through the local flavours. Sweden has a surprising cuisine that combines Nordic simplicity with unusual dishes such as poached herring, princess cake and black soup. DFDS travel [...]
Weekend trip to Tallinn: Top tips for an unforgettable adventure
Advertorial. Tallinn, Estonia's capital on the Baltic Sea, is just a few hours from Latvia and offers the perfect weekend getaway. A well-preserved medieval city, a modern tech hub and a cultural capital all in one, Tallinn's Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and remains the city's vibrant centre. This overview will help you plan an intense and [...]
The best Latvian restaurants in the MICHELIN 2026 guide
Source: Leta Information was prepared by the Communications and Information Department of LIAA. Today, the best restaurants in Latvia were announced for the 2026 Michelin Guide, as well as the restaurants that will receive MICHELIN stars. The awards ceremony will take place at the Kokari Hall of Mezaparks Stage at 4 p.m. The event is organised by the Latvian Investment and Development Agency (LIAA) in cooperation with representatives of the MICHELIN Guide. The [...]