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best time to go
Unfortunately, we don't have much English information about Latvia, but we have more information in other languages German, French, Italian, Spanish. Here is the automatic translation by Google:
The seasons are very pronounced. The best time for a Lettlandreise is from May to October. In the summer, significantly influenced by the continental climate, it can be hot. The Baltic Sea is still warm late, reached in August near the shore sometimes over 20 degrees. Legendary and ideal for walking, the Baltic autumn when the forests are ablaze with all colors. Winters are snowy and cold, often at night, the shimmering Northern Lights.
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Wikipedia says:
Latvia (historically Lattonia, Lettonia, or Lettland), officially the Republic of Latvia (Latvian: Latvija or Latvijas Republika, Livonian: Le mō), is a country in Northern Europe. Latvia shares land borders with Estonia to the north and Lithuania to the south - and both Russia and Belarus to the east. It is separated from Sweden in the west by the Baltic Sea. The capital of Latvia is Riga (Latvian: Rīga). Latvia has been a member state of the European Union since May 1, 2004. (...) more....
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getting around
getting there
entry requirements for US citizens
Passport required. Visa not required for a stay of up to 90 days. AIDS test required for persons seeking residency permits; U.S. tests results accepted. For specific requirements, contact the Embassy of Latvia, 4325 17th St., NW, Washington, DC 20011 (202/726-8213). Internet: www.latvia-usa.org
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costs & money
Unfortunately, we don't have much English information about Latvia, but we have more information in other languages German, French, Italian, Spanish. Here is the automatic translation by Google:
The local currency is the lats (LS.), most lats. 1 lats = 100 Santimi. The lats is bound with a fixed rate to the euro. He is 1 Euro = 0.70 Ls. Small daily variations depending on the exchange charges are possible. Banks and exchange offices (valūtas maiņa) can be found in every city. The general price level in Latvia is significantly lower than that of the West. An exception to Riga and Jurmala. Culture costs little. Entrance fees to museums are just around 3 euros, often less. Even for the high-profile National Opera Tickets are not more expensive than 15 euros.
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budget travel
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health
Unfortunately, we don't have much English information about Latvia, but we have more information in other languages German, French, Italian, Spanish. Here is the automatic translation by Google:
In Latvia is the European health insurance card. Anyone who has not yet, may be issued before departure, with his health insurance, a transitional certificate. You have to initially pay for treatment in Latvia, the health insurance at home, the amount refunded. This does not apply to all benefits. It is advisable therefore, international travel health insurance. If you are traveling in the countryside should use a tick vaccine (TBE). Well, you should stock up with mosquito repellent, because the pests are lurking in Latvia Nature in huge number
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