Rock n' Riga


So, I went to Riga ... in November.

Here are two important things to remember about Latvia:

1) Riga is a very popular stag do (bachelor party) destination for British party boys, and their fathers, to go to and celebrate with the almost married.  And subsequently make fools of themselves.
*Take note that vodka redbulls will be consumed by a majority of the people on your plane ride to Riga, no matter what the time of day (in my case, 6am)

2) In November, Riga is COLD.  Snowy.  Icy.  Freezing, cold.  Bring a scarf.  And some sort of fury creature to where as a hat.

yes, "que frio!" indeed.

Old Town

The trip itself had a rocky start, with our group of five being cut down to four at the last minute. And, when we finally boarded the plane, only three of us would be living it up Latvian style.  But all turned out well and, despite the infiltration of British stags and the below zero temps, Riga is beautiful city and I had a great time.  There is truly nothing better than dancing to techno in a crowded club full of Europeans (photos to come in a following blog)


Christmas in Riga! 


 Some things I learned on my trip:


A) Techno loves Barbara Streisand:

B) Having someone who lives in Riga to show you around is essential.  You will hit the best parties, and places to eat, and avoid any unnecessary contact with tourists

C) It is never good to get lost in a club, in a foreign city, for over an hour.  Juuuuust a little bit of a bad idea (sorry mom and dad - but hey! I'm fine!)

D) Sushi is surprisingly popular in Eastern Europe and Russia.  Surprisingly popular.

E) Spending three days with three boys isn't so bad afterall.

Rock n' Riga.  Such a random trip.  So fun.

A christmas window display?