For travellers, the best thing about Latvia is that it is so compact. Its 500 km of sandy beaches are easily reached from historical towns, where medieval hanseatic foundations support baroque and art nouveau buildings, that become venues for cultural festivals during the summer. Families of storks happily give their seal of approval to the unspoilt nature, fresh air and clean water around them. In addition to Riga, its spectacular gateway, there are 6 other UNESCO world heritage listed sites. A

Russian banya At first glance, the Russian banya looks like an extreme sport. Friends and strangers beat each other with branches from birch trees in a devilishly hot atmosphere. When this is finished, they  run for the exit to jump into an icy-cold pool. If you're alone, you can always hire an attendant to give you a beating. It is not only a wondrous feeling (trust me), but unbelievably good for you. You get a special burst of energy after taking a steam in a Russian bathhouse, because all

Radisson Blu Hotel, Gdansk is situated in the heart of historic Old Town, just minutes from the shores of the Baltic Sea. Combining old-world touches and beautiful architecture with modern, chic interiors, this Gdansk hotel invites visitors to enjoy this charming accommodation and all the comforts of home. The hotel is an ideal venue for conferences, seminars and business meetings. The hotel has two equipped meeting rooms on the second floor, while on the first floor there is a multi-purpose