When you were dreaming about your stag weekend, no doubt you were arranging to hooking up with some lovely Latvians, right? Well maybe not, but take another look at Riga.
If you don't mind taking in a bit of history throughout your stag weekend, Riga is a great destination. At every turn, there are reminders of conquerors past, reflected in the people, the architecture, and the cuisine. Some of the most gorgeous architecture in Europe are to be found in Riga, from the German Art Nouveau style of architecture in the downtown section, to classic Lutheran and Catholic cathedrals, and a extensive number of older wooden architecture.
But that is not why you're going to Riga. You are going to Riga because you can drive a Hovercraft, partake in a KGB firearms fest, and continue a stag yacht party all on the same day. Or maybe it's because you can go outdoor pro kart racing, whitewater rafting, and test out a free fall simulator in the same day.
If those don't spark your interest, maybe a bungee jump from a cable car, clay shooting, or a trip down a real bobsled track might do it for you. Wish to sample the high ropes course or go quad biking? You can do that, too. Riga has it all.
At night, the finest destination to start is with a classic Latvian meal. The great news is that the Latvians love their beer, so save a little room for that. And, if you get a chance, sample the Riga Black Balsam - a drink you will never forget.
After a classic meal of Latvian food and brew, it's time to experience what Riga genuinely has to offer. Climb inside your limo and take a tour of the nightclub scene, or join the guided bar crawl. If you have time, don't forget the strippers. Yes, even in Latvia there are strippers!
For a genuinely exciting and original stag weekend, there is no other European town quite like Riga. The Latvian girls know how to do it right and assuming you don't consume too much of Latvia's favorite drink, you will have a stag weekend to remember.
