Lithuania
Why Travel to Baltic Countries?
Posted 15 October 2018 by David IN / 0 responses
You really need to visit the Baltic countries. At the Travel Scientists, we will never understand why more people don’t visit the Baltic countries. Sure, they doe’t have enough sun for a regular beach holiday, but there is just about everything else. On the Baltic Run, we are always impressed by […]
Klaipėda: City on the Sea
Posted 31 July 2018 by David IN / 0 responses
What is there to see in Klaipėda? Photo by Mantas Volungevicius This charming town by the sea may not be particularly well known, but we always pass through on the Baltic Run. If you have heard of it, that’s likely due to its proximity to the Curonian Spit. However, Klaipėda is Lithuania’s third […]
Countries on the Baltic Run
Posted 16 March 2018 by David IN / 0 responses
Four countries, many adventures. Photo by Mike Beales The Baltic Run minimal assistance winter driving challenge explores an incredibly underrated part of the world, filled with nature, culture, and delicious vodka. We travel through four different countries and sometimes we are guilty of lumping them all together as one block […]
What You Need to Do the Baltic Run
Posted 26 February 2018 by David IN / 0 responses
The Baltic Run is a great winter adventure. The Travel Scientists organise lots of events each year, but there’s only one true winter challenge: the Baltic Run. If all you’re looking for is sun, sea, and sand, then probably this isn’t for you. However, if you like a proper adventure, and […]
The Baltics: Mostly Trees
Posted 4 January 2018 by David IN / 0 responses
The Baltic States have an awful lot of trees. Photo by Zaytsev Artem As we drive through Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia, on the Baltic Run, we see a huge variety of nature. These countries are not just remarkable for their (albeit very nice) cities, but also for their lakes, rivers, […]
Lithuania’s Spectacular Trakai Island Castle
Posted 30 November 2017 by David IN / 0 responses
Trakai Island Castle is on of Lithuania’s most impressive sights. Photo via Flickr We pass many incredible sights on the Baltic Run minimal assistance adventure rally, from picturesque Krakow to the pristine nature of Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia. However, there aren’t many places in the Baltic States that compare to Takai […]
Estonia and Poland Among World’s Best Value Destinations
Posted 31 October 2017 by David IN / 0 responses
The prestigious Lonely Planet guide has recognised the Baltic States’ value for money. While visiting Estonia, Lithuania, Latvia, and Poland on the Baltic Run would be great fun regardless of the price, we can’t deny that we love the great value that travelling in the region provides. And now, the Lonely […]
The Incredible Beauty of Vilnius Old Town
Posted 17 October 2017 by David IN / 0 responses
We love Vilnius Old Town. Photo via Creative Commons Vilnius old town is not merely one of the prettiest sights on the Baltic Run. It’s one of the most stunning, and underrated, historic city centers in all of Northern Europe. A medieval masterpiece, here are some of the reasons we […]
The Baltics: Now in Northern Europe?
Posted 3 October 2017 by David IN / 0 responses
Northern or Eastern… and does it matter? It doesn’t really matter what the Baltic States are, we love them, and on the Baltic Run we aim to get to the heart of the region, rather than relying on stereotypes. However, it can still be interesting whether, and why, places are perceived […]
Our Favourite Photos of Beautiful Lithuania
Posted 15 July 2017 by David IN / 0 responses
Lithuania is home to incredible nature. We love to visit Lithuania each year on the Baltic Ride. It’s a great place to party, and it’s home to some fascinating historical sights. However, it’s the nature we really love. A spectacular coastline, frozen lakes, and rich forests make for some fantastic […]