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20.06.2011
Julia Dimon, a longtime travel writer and co-host of “World Travels”, a 40-episode TV series currently airing on National Geographic Adventure and Travel Channel, has traveled to more than 80 countries, across all seven continents, she has hiked with mountain gorillas in Uganda, bungee jumped in China, camped among lions in the Serengeti and eaten goat brain in Morocco. Flea-ridden hostels, strange parasites, radioactive wastelands, scorpions and the occasional bout of malaria are just some the occupational hazards.
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16.06.2011
This morning, the water temperature in the Gulf of Riga at Salacgriva increased to 21 degrees Celsius, according to the Latvian Environment, Geology and Meteorology Center.
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16.06.2011 |
If you ever needed a reason to visit Latvia, it doesn’t get more authentic than this: every Summer Solstice, Latvia is searching for the legendary fern blossom (Papardes zieds), in a pagan festival known locally by many names: Līgo!, Jāņi Day, Grass Day, and Grass Evening. Call it what you may, Latvians consider this the most authentic and the most Latvian of their holidays.
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16.06.2011 |
European cities have a colonial charm about them. They are reminiscent of the Victorian era and are ideal destinations for the summer break.
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16.06.2011 |
At the end of September, British singer James Blunt will perform a concert in Riga.
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16.06.2011 |
For the second year in a row, the Riga City Council is providing the opportunity for residents and tourists to celebrate Midsummer "Ligo!" night in Old Town between Akmens and Vansu bridges June 23.
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27.05.2011 |
On an invitation by President Valdis Zatlers, Prince Albert II of Monaco will arrive on an official visit to Latvia on June 1, LETA was informed by the president's press secretary, Ilze Rassa.
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27.05.2011 |
The Latvian resort of Jurmala is giving new life to its historic spa traditions, says Alice Azania-Jarvis.
Boutique hotels took a while to infiltrate the former Soviet Bloc – but, judging by the Amber Spa in the Latvian resort of Jurmala, they are helping to resurrect historic spa towns for the 21st century.
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27.05.2011 |
Saveur.com reports about places in Riga to stay and dine at modest price level and distinctive quality.
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27.05.2011 |
Ah, Latvia. Still undisturbed by mass tourism, this small Baltic nation is working hard to shed its dreary image from Soviet times. A short visit reveals its lively, captivating energy.
