Tallinn is one of Europe’s newest capitals and boasts a rich mix of architecture and culture. The Old Town was almost untouched by war and remains perfectly preserved. A fine Christmas tree will be the centre piece of Old Town Square, where we’ll have some time to explore the Christmas market. We’ll visit the highlights of the city with our local guide, learn about Estonian handicrafts and take part in a workshop with local experts.
Riga is the largest city in the Baltics and is a fascinating mixture of proud Latvian traditions and influences of the various countries that have occupied it. The Old Town’s architecture is stunning. We’ll visit the highlights of the city with our local guide and have time in some of the three Christmas markets that take place in the city at this time of year. We’ll also explore the rich heritage of Latvian costume and take part in a mitten knitting workshop with a local expert.
The tour is accompanied by our Arena Travel expert Carol Meldrum, who has designed a project which captures the spirit of this Baltic Cities tour perfectly.
Our project is inspired by the beautiful knitted mittens from Latvia and Estonia. Over the course of the trip we will work through the techniques needed to create a colourful slipper sock.
The project is worked in the round from the toe up using magic loop technique. For the foot upper, you will have a choice of traditional stranded knit patterns to work from or can go crazy with the stripes.
We will also look at adding embellishments such as embroidery or surface decoration to give your slippers their own personality! “ We aim to cover the following skills:
- Carol Meldrum
- Turkish / Eastern cast on
- Magic loop technique
- Increasing
- Changing colour - jogless stripe
- Stranded knitting in the round
- Carrying yarn over more than 3
This 4-star hotel is ideally located in the centre of Tallinn just 100 yards from the Old Town. At it’s time the first skyscraper in Estonia, the hotel offers breathtaking views of Tallinn Bay and the UNESCO protected medieval Old Town.
This lovely hotel has a number of facilities to make your stay extra special including 3 saunas, 2 beauty centres, 2 restaurants, 2 bars and a pub. Laundry and dry cleaning is also available and you can find free WiFi throughout.
Standard Room
All rooms have a classic design in warm colours and boast a splendid view over the city. Available as a twin/double share, or for sole use.
All rooms are equipped with the following:
This 4-star hotel is ideally located in the centre of Tallinn just 100 yards from the Old Town. At it’s time the first skyscraper in Estonia, the hotel offers breathtaking views of Tallinn Bay and the UNESCO protected medieval Old Town.
This hotel is perfect for socialising, with a restaurant, Café and wine bar. Or, if you're looking for a spot of pampering, head to the spa centre which has a heated indoor swimming pool and sauna. The hotel also has a gift shop and free WiFi.
Superior Room
These lovely superior rooms are modern, spacious rooms and are available as a twin/double share or for sole use.
All rooms are equipped with the following: