Riga is a charming winter capital and ranks among Europe’s top Christmas destinations. The city hosts numerous festive events for the whole family in the picturesque Old Town, with the enchanting Christmas Market as the centrepiece. Visitors can explore stalls offering locally made Latvian products and treats, including traditional holiday foods and beverages. Read more about Riga’s Christmas markets.
Tallinn Old Town has a wonderful Christmas atmosphere every year. While visiting Tallinn, any season is a pleasure, but December is the most enjoyable time. Please read our latest article for information and tips about the Tallinn Christmas Market 2025.
Mobile payments are now a part of everyday life, allowing fast and secure transactions with a smartphone. Apps like Apple Pay, Google Pay, Curve Pay, Samsung Pay, and MobilePay enable users to pay contactless, online, and within apps without a physical card. This article presents the most popular mobile wallets, their features, costs, and how to set them up.
Numerous hotel booking services advertise a best price guarantee. They promise to refund the price difference or even more if the same hotel room is found cheaper on another booking site. Is this just marketing talk, or do these promises hold true? Read about our experience with the Exe Hotels chain’s best price guarantee.
North Europeans love to chase good weather in the southern sun. Many choose package tours for their convenience and security. Here are our tips on what to consider when travelling independently without a tour operator.
We attended a Holiday Club timeshare presentation. In return, we received a discounted stay at a Holiday Club spa hotel. Read the article to learn about our experiences with the timeshare presentation and whether we decided to purchase a timeshare week.
Checked luggage is rarely included in basic airfare anymore. If you're on a "light" ticket, you'll almost certainly have to pay an extra fee. Read our guide to understand these luggage pricing principles, understand the other crucial rules, and make the most economical choice for your next flight.
VR’s Ekstra Class on InterCity and Pendolino trains offers a quieter, more comfortable travel experience with stylish interiors, wider seats, extra legroom, and a 2+1 layout for added personal space. Amenities include faster dedicated Wi-Fi, complimentary coffee, tea, and water, power outlets at every seat, a quiet phone booth, and an onboard restroom. Ideal for travellers seeking peace for work or relaxation, Ekstra Class is available at a reasonable surcharge. Overall, it offers a modest yet worthwhile upgrade, focusing on calmness, comfort, and convenience.
There are numerous travel agencies offering flights at prices lower than those of the airlines themselves. Almost all of them also provide additional services in conjunction with flights. Read our article to find out if these extra services really offer value for money.
We had long been planning a visit to Tuuri Department Store (Tuurin kyläkauppa). On a sunny November day, we finally made it happen and drove nearly four hours from Helsinki. Read our article to discover how we experienced Finland’s largest department store.
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