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RigaCity BreaksRegent recommendsEnjoy an exquisite culinary experiencecourtesy of Latvia’s most famouschef, Martins Ritins, at the VanGogh-inspired Vincent’s. Offeringsuch delights as beef Carpaccio,Baltic turbot and Wagyu steakall conjured using scrupulouslyselected ingredients, this highly ratedrestaurant is a favourite of the localelite and foreign dignitaries.Getting thereFlights: Air Baltic direct fromLondon GatwickDepartures: DailyFlight duration: 2 hours 40 minutesRegional departures: Wizz Air fly fromLuton airport. We can book Wizz Air aspart of your packageBusiness Class Supplement:Please contact us for prices.Transfer: Riga International Airport tocity centre – 10 kilometres. Journeytime is around 20 minutesPrivate transfer price:£29 per car one-way (1-2 persons)£35 per mini-bus (3-5 persons)VISA: Not required for EU passportholdersPricesPrices are per person and include 3 nightsaccommodation with breakfast, returnflights in economy class with Air Baltic andall airport taxes.Please note our prices include 1 piece ofchecked baggage per person each wayWhen to goRiga is big on song and dance, withnumerous festivals held throughout theyear covering a whole gamut of musicalgenres. The Riga Music Festival kicksoff the New Year with a celebration oftraditional music both Latvian and foreign.In June, the Riga Opera Festival showcasesthe best of local and international operatictalent. Later in the summer, the RigaSalsa Festival sees performances andclasses held by some of the world’s bestsalsa dancers. Between September andOctober, some of the city’s most beautifulconcert halls open their doors for amonth of chamber music for the AutumnChamber Music Days festival.Hanza HotelPrices from £450pp twin-shareWithin easy access of the old city, the HanzaHotel is a popular choice for those looking tocombine good value with good location. Therooms are all modern and simply furnished butto a high standard. Situated close to the mainattractions and the restaurant and bar scene,we highly recommend this hotel.Hotel JustusPrices from £465pp twin-shareThis boutique hotel, in the heart of the old city,close to the Dome Cathedral, is quite a find.Recently converted to a hotel, the interior ofthe building reflects its age in a graceful style.The personal service makes this a perfect placeto stay to enjoy your time in Riga.Grand Palace HotelPrices from £620pp twin-shareThis award-winning luxury hotel is in a primelocation at the heart of the old city, surroundedby Riga’s main attractions. The welcome is warmand the service impeccable and you won’ttake long to settle into your richly decoratedguestroom.72