Riga

Riga is a jewel emerging from behind the iron curtain and into the tourist spotlight situated on the Baltic Sea in Latvia. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Riga contains a dazzling display of Germanic art nouveau architecture contained within its maze of cobblestone streets and searing spires around the numerous squares. With a selection of quality museums and galleries sidelined by chic bars, restaurants and clubs, Riga doubles as a cultural feast and vibrant party capital. Make sure you take advantage of the cold with a spot of ice fishing or a quick skate around the Frozen Daugava River before you leave.