One of Europe's largest transportation projects is advancing a European-standard railway connecting Lithuania, Latvia, and Poland to the continent's high-speed rail network
airBaltic carried a record 466,500 passengers in May 2026 as the Latvian airline continued its steady growth across Europe
Tens of thousands of visitors are expected to arrive in the Latvian capital for the city's 825th anniversary celebrations, opening on August 15 with giant shows, a multimedia show, and a 24-hour basketball tournament
The Latvian company will launch new routes from Riga to Tenerife and Gran Canaria, and will operate a seasonal base in Tenerife for the first time, alongside expanding operations to ski destinations in Northern Europe. In total, the company has added 12 new routes for the winter season to popular destinations in Europe and the Canaries
airBaltic updates that, in accordance with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency's guidelines, the aircraft may only fly with crew for its transfer to a new location
airBaltic has received its 54th Airbus A220-300, supporting network growth as the airline reports record passenger numbers and fleet expansion in January
flydubai launches direct route to Riga with three weekly flights, connecting the Gulf to the Baltic nation for the first time. This move is part of the airline's European expansion, now covering 35 destinations in 20 countries
A new partnership allows airBaltic's passengers to enjoy a luxurious spa holiday in the resort town of Jurmala, a short drive from Riga, Latvia. Packages include Comfort and Premium rooms, rich spa facilities, and breakfast
After more than three decades, Latvian airline SmartLynx is closing its commercial operations and thanks the crews, partners, and passengers who have accompanied it along the way
airBaltic’s Q3 2025 results show solid recovery, with higher ticket yields and growing ACMI operations balancing softer passenger demand
Tens of thousands of visitors are expected to arrive in the Latvian capital for the city's 825th anniversary celebrations, opening on August 15 with giant shows, a multimedia show, and a 24-hour basketball tournament
flydubai launches direct route to Riga with three weekly flights, connecting the Gulf to the Baltic nation for the first time. This move is part of the airline's European expansion, now covering 35 destinations in 20 countries
After more than three decades, Latvian airline SmartLynx is closing its commercial operations and thanks the crews, partners, and passengers who have accompanied it along the way
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Impressive rise in tourism to Riga: Record of 1.1 million foreign tourists in 2024, record data for December, and high ranking among top destinations in Europe
