Our journey began in the vibrant city of Budapest, known for its rich history and stunning architecture, which we had the opputunity to exploring during our 24 hour stay in the city. Flixbus boarder crossing We took the FlixBus at 4:30 PM from Budapest’s “Nepliget” bus station. We would have preferred to take the train, but unfortunately, it’s not possible until the railway between the …
We have now spent a week in the exciting East Latvian city of Daugavpils. The city is Latvia’s second-largest and is located close to the borders of Belarus (25 km) and Lithuania (35 km). We chose to visit the city because we are fascinated by Russian language and culture. In Daugavpils, 48.6% of the city’s population of 82,046 residents are Russians. Additionally, a significant portion …
As a family of five, we believe in making sustainable choices whenever possible, and train travel has emerged as the perfect climate-friendly option for our journeys. So, fasten your seatbelts, or should I say, settle comfortably into your train seats, as we explore the fantastic benefits of choosing the train as our preferred mode of transportation. Traveling by train is an climate-friendly alternative to planes …
Our next destination after Riga is Daugavpils, Latvia’s second-largest city. The city is located only 25 km from the border to Lithuania and 35 km from the border to Belarus. The train from Riga to Daugavspils departs from Platform 1 at the Riga central station everyday. Ticket purchase: The cost of the trip was 26 Euros for the five of us, and we had easily …
Family activities during the trip are limited due to the constraints of a train journey. However, we have ingeniously curated a collection of games and creative outlets to keep our children entertained and engaged throughout the adventure. When it comes to games, we have carefully selected a range of options to cater to various interests and ages. Uno, a classic card game, guarantees laughter and …
We have soon been a week in the beautiful Dabas Parks Piejura, located north of Latvia’s capital, Riga. The area is characterized by vast forest areas and lovely beaches. We have been swimming in the Baltic Sea and even found amber! We chose this area because a coastal train runs several times a day from Riga to here. Therefore, we could easily come out to …
Today, we went on a trip to the beautiful and fascinating capital of Latvia, Riga. It’s no secret that we are fascinated by Soviet architecture and culture, and now, since we can’t or won’t go to Russia, Riga is a great place to compensate for that. We started the day by buying train tickets to Daugavpils, where we will be traveling to on Sunday. Then …
Travelling between Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, and Riga, the capital of Latvia, is unfortunately not possible by direct train. We therefore opted for an alternative mode of transportation: a bus ride with Lux Express. While we eagerly await the revival of the train connection in the near future, our bus journey proved to be an enjoyable and convenient experience. Join us as we recount …
We have spend the last 3 days in the east polish City of Bialystok. At our first dag we visited the city center. Our first stop was the magnificent Branicki Palace, a true gem of Bialystok. As we strolled through the palace gardens, we were greeted by a serene pond where we had the pleasure of feeding ducks and fish. To our surprise, we also …
Nestled in the heart of Poland, Poznań is a city that effortlessly combines old-world charm with a vibrant urban atmosphere. From its fascinating historical sites to its cultural offerings and picturesque landscapes, Poznań has something for every traveler seeking a truly authentic experience. During our visit, we had the opportunity to explore the city’s captivating Old Town, where we marveled at the impressive Town Hall …