Jāņi isn’t the only surprise of my month-long visit to Latvia. The country’s coast is a revelation too: 500km of ...

Martins Plavins and Janis Smedins beat the Netherlands in the beach volleyball bronze medal match on Thursday night to win Latvia's first medal of the London Olympics. The Latvians rallied after a ...

Latvia is a fascinating destination that blends natural landscapes, cities rich in history, and a vibrant culture. From the beaches of Jurmala to the forests of Gauja and the elegance of Riga ...

While popular with locals and other tourists, Brits are yet to flock to the beach resort Credit: Getty The resort city of Jūrmala in Latvia is home to a stretch of beach that runs for a whopping ...

One of those is Liepaja in Latvia, which is said to be one of Northern Europe's best summer beach holiday destinations. The surprising destination has "pristine" shorelines, a unique prison ...

An accident at a sewage treatment plant in western Latvia has caused a large spill of untreated waste into the Baltic Sea, leading to the closure of beaches and a ban on swimming, local ...

Western Latvia boasts idyllic white sandy beaches. The area around Bernati is popular with visitors. But coastal erosion has increased, and swallowed homes.

An "untapped European destination" could be the perfect option for a "low-cost" summer holiday. Although it's better known as a city break, the hotspot is surprisingly close to some lovely beaches.

One of those is Liepaja in Latvia, which is said to be one of Northern Europe's best summer beach holiday destinations. The surprising destination has "pristine" shorelines, a unique prison ...