Posts Tagged ‘Eastern Europe’
Best Coffee Spots in Riga: Explore Riga’s Finest Cafes
Traveling can get tiring, and you find yourself reaching for the caffeine. It may be one of the easier options, but don’t settle for Starbucks… please. You can get that at home. Instead, pop into one of the local cafes to experience the local cafe culture, meet new people, enjoy a delicious cup of tea…
Read MoreAuthentic Romanian Souvenirs: Top 10 to Buy in Romania
Romania is famous for its pop-up markets and weekly central markets where locals purchase fruits, vegetables, and household products. However, did you know that these markets are also where local artisans come to sell their handmade products to tourists and locals? Avoid the temptation to do all your souvenir shopping at typical tourist stores that…
Read MoreGuide to Hederlez, the Gagauzian Horse Day Celebration
Hederlez is a Gagauzian holiday of horse racing, traditional games, food, culture, and handicrafts that occurs on May 6th in Moldova. It is also celebrated in parts of Central Asia, Russia and Turkey. In Moldova, the main celebration takes place in Ceadir-Lunga at Prolin Equestrian Farm, and signals the start of the New Year for…
Read MoreAuthentic Lithuanian Souvenirs: Top 10 to Buy in Lithuania
The southern country of the Baltic States, Lithuania has daily local markets for tourists and locals to buy produce, decorations, and handmade gifts. During popular local holidays and the major holidays such as Christmas and Easter, it is common to see streets lined with holiday markets in the big cities. Resist the urge to settle…
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