Almost a third of Latvians use artificial intelligence to plan their trips
Source: Leta Information prepared by Beāte Kate Hegenbarte Communications Consultant at Adyen. Innovative technologies are becoming more and more prevalent in the travel and hospitality industries, and according to the new 2025 Hospitality and Travel Report* by leading fintech platform Adyen, almost one in three Latvians has used artificial intelligence (AI) to plan their travel or leisure trips in the last year. In addition, local consumers [...]
Valmiera region tourism business experience story - Zeltīte Kaviere, owner of the organic farm “Silkalni”
Information was prepared by Baiba Misiņa Tourism Marketing Specialist at Valmiera Tourism Board. At the height of summer, when the aroma of meadow flowers and freshly dried plants wafts in the air, we visit the farm “Silkalni” in Vaidava parish. This is the busiest time of the year, when every hour is worth its weight in gold. We are greeted by the owner, Zeltīte Kaviere, whose hands have just been busily arranging bouquets of herbs [...]
From 7 to 9 October we will celebrate the 5th Turespaña Convention in Caseres with the theme “Experiences that transform: building the best tourism”
Source: Leta Information provided by Miguel Sanz, General Manager of TURESPAÑA. It is with great pleasure and enthusiasm that we announce the fifth Turespaña Convention, which will take place from 7 to 9 October 2025, with the theme “Experiences that transform: building the best tourism”. This year, the event will take place in the exceptional location of Caseres, a historic city and cultural treasure, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.The Convention is organised in partnership with the Autonomous Community of Extremadura [...]
Restaurants are invited to apply for the autumn Riga Restaurant Week until 8 September
Information was prepared by Rita Pētersone Head of International Marketing Department, Riga Investment and Tourism Agency. From 27 October to 9 November Riga will host Riga Restaurant Week, which has been one of the most important events in the city's gastronomic life for more than a decade. It is an opportunity for the citizens of Riga and visitors to discover new tastes, discover unique seasonal dishes and enjoy [...]
Japan EXPO to celebrate Baltic unity, culture and traditions
On 23 August, on the occasion of the 36th anniversary of the Baltic Way, the world's largest exhibition “EXPO 2025 Osaka” in Japan will celebrate the Baltic Day to mark the unity of the region and introduce visitors to the traditions of the Song and Dance Festival, which is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The Baltic Pavilion, where Latvia and [...]
Kurzeme entrepreneurs are invited to apply for the competition “Light in the Darkness: new off-season tourism products in Kurzeme”
Source. Kurzeme Planning Region in cooperation with the Kurzeme Tourism Association invites small and medium-sized tourism entrepreneurs in Kurzeme to apply for the competition “Light in the Darkness: new off-season tourism products in Kurzeme”. Applications can be submitted until 22 September 2025. The aim of the competition is to promote the development of Kurzeme tourism outside the summer season, giving entrepreneurs the [...]
“Booking Group: car rental in the Baltics most popular in Italy, Spain, Albania and Croatia
Riga, 17.aug., LETA. The most frequent destinations for the Baltic States“ residents when travelling abroad in summer 2025 are Italy, Spain, Albania and Croatia, according to statistics compiled by the EconomyBookings platform of Booking Group Corporation Ltd. The most popular destinations for Baltic residents this summer were Tirana in Albania, Milan in Italy, Zadar in Croatia, Mallorca and Malaga in Spain. The company notes that Baltic [...]
“Lux Express organises Retro Bus Festival in Liepaja
Avots: Leta International passenger carrier “Lux Express”, celebrating 30 years of operation in Latvia, will hold a Retro Bus Festival in Liepāja today, the company informed LETA. The event will take place in Liepaja today from 2 pm to 6 pm at the parking lot on Zivju Street. The company says that visitors will be able to see retro buses and take a ride on one of them. Visitors will be able to [...]
Why autumn is the perfect time for a trip to Malaga
Information prepared by Ieva Sala, Communications Consultant at Novatours. With autumn knocking at the door, the most passionate summer lovers are looking for a chance to prolong the sunny carefree mood by travelling to a warm destination. One of the most wonderful destinations to visit in autumn is the Spanish coastal city of Malaga. Novatours has put together some inspiring reasons to plan a holiday this autumn to extend your summer [...]
Baltic residents rented their cars most in Europe's warm destinations this summer
Source: leta Information was prepared by Liene Pālēna, Project Manager. Italy, Spain, Albania and Croatia are the most popular car rental destinations for the Baltic States in summer 2025, according to statistics compiled by EconomyBookings, a car rental broker owned by Booking Group Corporation. The most popular destination cities among the Baltic residents this summer were Tirana (Albania), Milan (Italy), Zadar (Croatia), Mallorca (Spain) and Malaga (Spain). [...]