16 Jun 2026 Jūrmala's cultural summer opens: the concerts, beach events and festivals worth planning around
City Guide: Riga • 17/07/2026 Pullman Riga Old Town hotel: a refined base for exploring Riga Detailed review of Pullman Riga Old Town hotel in Latvia: 154 rooms, spa with pool, Harper Woolf restaurant, parking, pet policy, and central Jēkaba iela location in Riga Old Town.
Hidden Gems • 16/07/2026 Pavilosta and the quiet coast: Latvia's western shoreline before the boutique hotels arrive Discover Pāvilosta on Latvia’s Baltic Sea coast, a quiet coastal town ideal for couples seeking refined, eco conscious travel, sandy beaches, coastal hiking and slow, crowd free seaside stays.
Top Latvian Destinations • 14/07/2026 A family week in Latvia: Riga, the Gauja valley and the Baltic coast without the crowds Plan a one-week Latvia family holiday itinerary with Riga, the Gauja Valley and Jūrmala. Get concrete hotel suggestions, travel times, and practical tips for a relaxed, kid-friendly trip.
City Guide: Riga • 07/07/2026 Riga's tourist tax rises to €2 per night from January 2027: what it means for hotel stays Understand how the Riga tourist tax 2027 works for luxury and premium hotel stays, including the €2 nightly rate, €17.80 cap, exemptions, and how the levy funds tourism development and city upgrades.
City Guide: Riga • 09/07/2026 The wooden streets of Riga: why the city's 19th-century residential quarters deserve their own walking day Discover Riga’s historic wooden quarters in Grīziņkalns, Maskavas forštate, Pārdaugava, Kalnciema Quarter and Ķīpsala, and learn how to plan a luxury hotel stay that keeps these heritage streets within easy walking distance.
City Guide: Riga • 05/07/2026 Inside Riga's Miera iela: how Latvia's creative street shapes the design hotels of tomorrow Discover Riga’s Miera iela design district, a creative quarter of cafes, studios and Latvian design shops near the city centre, with practical tips on trams, hotels and how to plan your visit.
Dzintari Concert Hall and the Jūrmala Festival: a week of world-class music steps from the Baltic Sea Top Latvian Destinations • 29/06/2026 Dzintari Concert Hall and the Jūrmala Festival: a week of world-class music steps from the Baltic Sea Plan a refined summer trip to the Jūrmala Festival at Dzintari Concert Hall. Discover the pine-framed Great Hall, programme highlights, where to stay, dining tips and practical advice for tickets and seating.
Riga to Cēsis by battery-electric train: Latvia's quiet revolution in zero-emission travel Top Latvian Destinations • 28/06/2026 Riga to Cēsis by battery-electric train: Latvia's quiet revolution in zero-emission travel Discover how Latvia’s new Riga–Cēsis battery-electric (BEMU) trains transform luxury travel, with quieter journeys through Gauja National Park, hotel-friendly schedules and a low‑carbon rail experience from Riga.
Top Latvian Destinations • 25/06/2026 Latvia's peak-season playbook: the rooms and rates to lock down before July crowds arrive Plan a romantic July 2026 trip to Latvia with data-backed advice on peak hotel rates, when to book Riga and Jūrmala stays, sample July price ranges, and flexible cancellation tactics for luxury travellers.
Top Latvian Destinations • 22/06/2026 Gauja by kayak: paddling the valley from Cēsis to Sigulda with a luxury lodge waiting at the finish Plan a refined two day Gauja River canoe trip between Cēsis and Sigulda in Latvia’s Gauja National Park, with exact route details, logistics, spa hotels and family friendly soft adventure tips.
Top Latvian Destinations • 14/06/2026 Liepāja before the spotlight: checking into Latvia's next European Capital of Culture while it still feels local Plan a romantic stay in Liepāja, Latvia with this guide to harbourfront hotels, characterful apartments and coastal districts, ahead of its 2027 European Capital of Culture year.
Culinary Inspirations • 12/06/2026 Riga's market-to-table movement: the chefs buying at Āgenskalns before the tourists arrive Explore Riga’s Āgenskalns Market with an insider guide to its market-to-table movement, chef routines, and how luxury hotel guests can taste Latvia like locals.
Luxury Travel Trends • 12/06/2026 Latvia's foreign hotel bookings dropped 7% in early 2026: what the numbers mean for summer travellers Foreign hotel bookings in Latvia fell 7.2% in early 2026. See how this shift affects luxury stays in Riga and Jūrmala, with pricing, availability and booking tips.
City Guide: Riga • 12/06/2026 Kalnciema Quarter and the Saturday wooden Riga: a practical guide to the city's other centre Plan a refined kalnciema quarter Riga Saturday with this insider guide to wooden architecture, markets, food, events and hotel choices across the Daugava.
Top Latvian Destinations • 01/06/2026 Summer 2026 in Latvia: new hotel openings, returning routes and the addresses worth booking now How new routes, Michelin-starred dining and shoulder-season timing will shape your hotel Latvia 2026 plans, from Riga spa stays to Jūrmala beach escapes.
Top Latvian Destinations • 28/05/2026 The discerning traveller's day-trip atlas from Riga: Sigulda, Kuldiga and the Gauja River Plan elegant day trips from Riga with verified travel times, Gauja National Park highlights, Sigulda and Kuldīga routes, and practical tips on trains, drivers and family‑friendly logistics.
City Guide: Riga • 25/05/2026 Smoked eel, black bread, caraway: how Riga's chefs translate the Latvian pantry into tasting menus Discover how Riga’s top Latvian cuisine restaurants turn smoked eel, rye bread and caraway into refined tasting menus, and learn where to stay for easy access to markets, Michelin-listed kitchens and romantic dinners.
City Guide: Riga • 17/05/2026 AirBaltic adds Warsaw and Gothenburg as Riga Airport pushes toward eight million passengers How new airBaltic routes from Riga for 2026 are turning the Latvian capital into a practical four-night hub for business-leisure trips, with short transfers, flexible weekend schedules and growing links to Jūrmala and coastal Latvia.
Technology Innovations • 12/03/2026 Liepaja coastal elegance for luxury stays in western Latvia Plan a luxury stay in Liepaja, Latvia’s elegant Baltic Sea city. Compare districts, hotels, culture, Karosta heritage, and premium experiences for discerning travellers.
Technology Innovations • 11/03/2026 Jurmala coastal elegance for refined stays in Latvia Plan a refined stay in Jurmala, Latvia. Explore luxury hotels, spa resorts, nature, culture, and practical booking tips for a Baltic seaside escape.
