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8 Internationally Popular Baltic Actors and Actresses
Posted 6 April 2016 by Alicia IN / 1 response
Maybe there are some names you recognize in this list, but, if you are a cinema fan, then you will know the faces for sure. Behold the most popular (according to IMDB) actors and actresses from the Baltic States: the ones that made it big and went internationally popular! Estonian […]
The Legend of Jūratė and Kastytis
Posted 1 April 2016 by Alicia IN / 1 response
Jūratė and Kastytis is a traditional legend from Lithuania which has its roots in the Baltic mythology, but is written for the first time in the romantic narrative of the XIX century. It is a story of fearless love and godly power that tries to explain the origins of natural elements […]
8 Movies Set in the Baltic States
Posted 30 March 2016 by Alicia IN / 0 responsesLiam Neeson in Schindler’s List, set in Krakow, Poland. One of the best ways to learn about a country-besides, obviously, travelling there- is to watch some movies! On the Baltic Run you will travel across Poland, Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia, countries that have a long and great cinema tradition. However, […]
Discover the Baltics or other incredible adventures with the Travel Scientists 10 Years Anniversary Offer!
Posted 24 March 2016 by Alicia IN / 0 responses
We, Travel Scientists, the world’s most gonzo adventure travel operator are happy to announce that we have been at it for the last 10 years! That’s right: ten years full of adventures, challenges and crazy rallies all around the globe. To celebrate this special birthday, we have launched a unique […]
5 Reasons Why You Should Visit Riga
Posted 23 March 2016 by Alicia IN / 0 responses
Riga. Photo by Bryan Ledgard. Riga, capital and largest city of Latvia, is often underrated by travelers when searching for a new destination. However, this perception couldn’t be more wrong. Riga is not only a European cultural capital, but a beautiful city to visit, full of lovely corners, awesome architecture, […]
The Ruins of the Cesis Castle
Posted 18 March 2016 by Alicia IN / 0 responses
Castle of Cesis. Photo by Kyle Taylor. The old town of Cesis has been looking over Latvia on the valley of the Gauja River, in the northern region of Central Vidzeme, since the 13th century. And watching over the town of Cesis, on the Riekstu hill, lies the fortified castle […]