Kuldiga: Latvia's "Venice"
Kuldiga is one of those sweet little destinations you wander into without having a firm idea about, then wander out glad that you saw it. The river that runs through Kuldiga has earned it the nickname...
View ArticleDiscover Latvia: Recommended Destinations
Recommended Latvia destinations are some of its most interesting or picturesque destinations. They include towns that developed around Livonian Knights' castles, a Baroque palace in the countryside,...
View ArticleLatvia's Livonian Stronghold: Cesis Castle
Cesis is one of Latvia's recommended destinations mostly because its impressive Livonian Order castle, with surrounding park and museum, is one of the country's top sights. The castle continues to be a...
View ArticleLatvia's Best Castles
Livonian Order Castles in Latvia, including those in Sigulda, Cesis, and Ventspils, tell the story of this medieval order of knights and their rule over the region. Some of these castles are...
View ArticleThe Importance of Song to the Baltic Nations
The Baltic Song and Dance Festivals, held every few years in Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia, are important enough to have been inscribed by UNESCO as a part of intangible world heritage. These...
View ArticleEnjoy the Summer Months in the Baltic Region
Summer in the Baltics is mild, short, and marvelous. Whether you stick to capital cities, explore the countryside, or visit the coast to enjoy the beach, this season shines for travel to Latvia,...
View ArticleGet Festive in Estonia
Estonia's festivals bring history and culture to life throughout the country and around the year. Find what's on during your planned trip or schedule your travels around particular annual festivals,...
View ArticleLatvia's Many Festivals
Latvia's festivals show visitors what Latvians find important about their history and culture. Whether you're in Riga as a part of your tour of the Baltics, or you're visiting recommended destinations...
View ArticleRomania's Most Famous Castle For Sale
Bran Castle is up for sale. What is Bran Castle? Bran Castle is the alleged inspiration for the castle inhabited by Bram Stoker's Dracula character. Though it isn't certain that Stoker imagined this...
View ArticleGreat Waterfront Destinations in Eastern Europe
Summertime waterfront destinations in Eastern Europe include secluded islands made cool by the shade of pine forests and popular beach resorts that are packed with vacationers from season start until...
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