“Barcelona, Dubai, London, Munich, Paris and Prague to be airBaltic's most popular winter destinations from Riga
LETA. The most popular winter destinations of the Latvian national airline airBaltic from Riga will be Barcelona, Dubai, London, Munich, Paris and Prague, representatives of airBaltic informed LETA, based on ticket sales and travel behaviour data. “From Riga, airBaltic operates five weekly flights to Barcelona, six to Dubai, up to two daily flights to London, Munich and Paris, as well as up to [...]
Preparing for your trip: what to include in your first aid kit
Information was prepared by Gabriela Ūdre, TEZ TOUR Latvija Communications Representative. When travelling, it can be challenging to get medical care even with travel insurance. That's why packing a first aid kit is the best way to protect yourself in extreme situations. TEZ TOUR Latvija, Latvia's leading tour operator, is confident that its contents depend on the [...]
5 reasons to visit the French Alps in winter
As winter approaches, snow enthusiasts are increasingly looking for trips to ski resorts. One of the most wonderful destinations for Latvian skiers and snowboarders is the French Alps, which boasts a well-developed tradition of winter activities and excellent infrastructure. Tour operator Novatours has summarised the main reasons why you should experience the French mountains at least once. The French [...]
5 reasons to visit the French Alps in winter
Information prepared by Ieva Sala, Communications Consultant at Novatours. As winter approaches, snow enthusiasts are increasingly looking for trips to ski resorts. One of the most wonderful destinations for Latvian skiers and snowboarders is the French Alps, which boasts a well-developed tradition of winter activities and excellent infrastructure. Tour operator Novatours has summarised the main reasons why you should [...]
Latvian, Estonian and Finnish real ciders together on their first export mission to the Australian market
Information was prepared by Asnāte Ziemele, President of LLTA “Lauku ceļotājs”. From 19 October to 1 November, the first trade mission of Baltic Cider, the real cider, took place in Australia. During the mission, Latvian, Estonian and Finnish ciders won medals in Australia's biggest cider competition - the Australian Cider Awards. The Latvian, Estonian and Finnish real cider export mission to Australia [...]
Expert tips on how to look after your car battery in winter
With the cold weather approaching, many drivers are worried about whether their car battery will be able to withstand the harsh conditions. The older the car, the more likely it is to have battery problems, says Viesturs Viedbalts, service manager at Mobire, a long-term car rental service. The expert explains how to take good care of your car and choose the right battery to avoid problems. Why batteries run down more often in winter It's really no myth that [...]
Autumn in Istanbul: one of Europe's favourite short break destinations in 2025
Source. At the crossroads of Asia and Europe, on the glittering Bosphorus Strait, Istanbul continues to attract travellers with its iconic sights, rich cuisine and welcoming accommodation. The grand metropolis, which has already welcomed 13.5 million visitors in just the first nine months of 2025, is one of the most popular destinations among European cities. The [...]
Diena: Autumn Festival boosts tourism all year round
Source: Leta In Munich, the Oktoberfest festival generates 2% of the city's gross domestic product, or €1.25 billion WHILE both the public and private sectors in Latvia are still thinking about whether and how large-scale cultural and entertainment events could attract tourists and generate income, a good example is the Oktoberfest beer festival in Germany, specifically in the Bavarian capital Munich, which this year has already been held for the 190th time. [...]
Jelgava hosts the orienteering game “In Search of Freedom” during Patriots' Month”
Avots: Leta From today until the end of the month Jelgava Regional Tourism Centre (JRTC) invites to participate in an educational orienteering game, which will allow to get to know the historical evidence of the Freedom Struggle in Jelgava and Jelgava region, JRTC informed LETA news agency. The route includes memorial sites in Jelgava and its surroundings, where the Freedom Battles took place in the first half of the last [...]
Less and less cooking at home: 50% of Latvians regularly choose ready-to-eat takeaways
Information was prepared by Laila Pastare, Public Relations Consultant, AS LIDO. Every second person in Latvia regularly buys ready-made food from a shop, café or restaurant. This option is particularly popular and regularly used by 70% young people, 65% people aged 30-39 and 50% people aged 40-49. The main reason why [...]