AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMidsummer in Riga: The traditional Herb Market opened June 19 on Doma Square, with 260+ vendors selling Midsummer herbs, cheese, beer and gifts—plus stage activities—running until 7 p.m. Rīga transport boost: For Midsummer Night (June 23–24), Riga public transport will be free and extra late trips will run, with holiday schedules June 22–24 and weekday schedules on the make-up workday June 27. Safety first: Latvian Radio shared key holiday guidance, including where to get help via the 66016001 family doctor hotline and when to go to hospital emergency services. Weather watch: Forecasts point to warm, sometimes muggy conditions over the long weekend, with rain and possible thunderstorms on Sunday and a higher chance of light rain around Midsummer. Local culture tourism: Cinevilla in Tukums Municipality marks its 22nd anniversary—an outdoor backlot that physically recreates Riga and other eras, drawing film and history fans. Travel planning tip: Heathrow warned Brits heading to Europe about extra queues this summer tied to the new Entry/Exit System (EES), which can add waiting time at passport control.
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