Goal Events Latvia
Goal Events is one of the most creative and experienced DMCs in Baltic states – Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia.
Established in 2010, their staff have more than 25 years of experience in the inbound MICE industry.
With extensive professional contacts and outstanding local knowledge, Goal Events specialise in incentives, events, meetings and conferences across the Baltics.
The Baltics are a new destination in Europe, offering direct flights from more than 80 destinations, value for money, superb restaurants, beach resorts, unique activities, historical cities and above all - a well-preserved and unique natural world. Even the most demanding client will appreciate the high quality and great value services that the Baltics present.
Goal Events have excellent credentials and have delivered numerous successful business events for a range of technology, automotive and FMCG clients.
Latvia
Latvia is the central country of the Baltic States located in North-eastern Europe and proud to be green, ecological and a new destination that will surprise even most experienced travellers. Rich with traditions and culture, where locals still shop at the biggest market in Europe, where half of its land is covered by forests and half of the border is sandy coastline, making it perfect for outdoor adventures and beach experiences. Where stunning Art Nouveau features welcome you from 800 buildings in the capital city Riga, where food culture is at its height, Latvia will take your breath away and impress you with its great value experience. Not only a gem of medieval and Art Nouveau architecture, Latvia also gives you the chance to peek behind what was once the Iron Curtain by tasting the authentic Soviet experience through entertainment.
Facts & Figures
Key Regions
Riga: The capital city, known for its Art Nouveau architecture and medieval Old Town
Jūrmala: A resort town famous for its long, white-sand beach
Liepāja: Known for its blue-flag beaches and vibrant music scene
Cēsis: A town with medieval ruins and beautiful natural parks
Daugavpils: Known for its fortress and multi-ethnic culture
Sigulda: Famous for its castles and outdoor activities like bungee jumping and skiing
Ventspils: Known for its port, clean beaches, and cow sculptures scattered throughout the city
Key Airports
Riga International Airport is the main international gateway. Around 2.5-3.5 hours of direct flight from the UK.
Time Difference
UTC +2 (Eastern European Time)
UTC +3 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Main Languages
Latvian
English is commonly used in business and tourist areas
Currency
Euro (€)
Weather & Seasons
Continental climate; cold winters with snowfall and mild, moderately warm summers.
Conferences
As an easily accessible meeting point in Northern Europe, Riga, the capital of Latvia, offers a full range of conference facilities, high quality hotels and venues for special themed events – many within walking distance of the city centre and Old Town. With direct flights from more than 80 destinations and the airport just 15 mins from the city centre, Riga is the perfect place for International conferences and meetings. It offers the largest conference centre and convention hotel in the Baltics and prides itself on being affordable, reliable and value for money. Riga has been the destination for numerous notable international events including a NATO Summit. Latvia's WiFi connection in among Top 10 fastest in the world so you are sure to be connected at all times.
Incentives
Latvia offers an unprecedented amount of team building and incentive activity choices - allow your guests to experience the oldest traditions presented in a traditional or modern light, with highly appreciated Art Nouveau architecture, nature and beaches and craft trade. Latvia’s great infrastructure makes it perfect for Incentive travel – spend less time on long transfers, and more time having fun exploring the city in fun and unusual ways:go wild in Latvian rivers with a muddy Jeep off-road self-drive and become a bobsledder whatever the season! Whether that be dinner at Lady Gaga’s favourite restaurant in the capital city Riga, on the beach during the sunset or at a rye field with fine dining meal served by a top Latvian Chef, even the most challenging ideas will exceed your expectations and provide value-for-money experience.
