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26.05.2017

Legendary Muhu Väin regatta in Estonia

Authentic sea-festival on the Baltic Sea invites sailors to take part in the most legendary regatta in Estonia

26.05.2017

40,000 young people born in free Estonia to perform this summer

More than 40,000 dancers and singers will come together for the Estonian Youth Song and Dance Celebration

26.05.2017

Viljandi Hanseatic Days – a truly uniting festival

The Viljandi Hanseatic Days, held 2–4 June, remind us how the Hanseatic League membership brought wealth and exciting ideas to town through the ages.

26.05.2017

Estonian Youth Song and Dance Celebration “Here I'll stay”

The Song and Dance Celebration, which is part of UNESCO world cultural heritage, is held 30.06–2.07.2017

25.05.2017

5 things to do at Into the Valley music festival

Into the Valley is a music festival that takes place in Rummu, Estonia in 2017.

27.04.2017

Haapsalu Horror and Fantasy Film Festival – the best in the Baltics

The Haapsalu Horror and Fantasy Film Festival is a genre film marathon that takes over the Estonian mud capital Haapsalu

25.05.2017

Haapsalu Tchaikovsky Festival

Tchaikvosky Festival will be held in Haapsalu for the first time

04.05.2017

The world’s best orienteers announced in Estonia

The world’s best orienteers to be announced in southern Estonia at the beginning of July

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Nature & Wildlife

24.05.2017

Bird watching destinations

Estonia is a destination for bird watching enthusiasts, home to hundreds of bird species and large annual migrations.

26.05.2017

Ancient sacred places in Estonia

Visit natural landmarks considered sacred throughout centuries.

24.05.2017

Estonian Myth Quiz

Which Estonian mythological creature are you?

24.05.2017

Spring’s wild, edible plants

These four wild herbs might look like weeds, but Estonians have recognised their health benefits for thousands of years.

25.05.2017

Estonia is Lonely Planet's best value destination

Discover why Estonia is Lonely Planet's 2016 best value destination, and what to get up to in this, one of the greenest counties in the world.

26.05.2017

TOP 10 hiking trails

Discover flora, fauna and some stunning scenery on these hiking trails.

25.05.2017

TOP free things to do in Estonia

Free city tours, nature activities, places to visit and events will save you money during your travels.

24.05.2017

Adventure holiday in East Estonia

Thrill seekers will enjoy the exciting outdoor activities East Estonia's former industrial landscape holds.

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Food & Drink & Nightlife

24.05.2017

TOP 10 design and vintage shops in Estonia

Explore these hidden gems and unique shopping opportunities in Estonia.

24.05.2017

Valentine's retreat in romantic South Estonia

What could be more romantic than discovering a new place with your loved one? Escape the ordinary in charming and scenic South Estonia.

24.05.2017

Treat yourself to a chocolatey experience

Estonians have always had a soft spot for sweets. Find out where to taste some of the most delectable and unique chocolate and marzipan in Europe.

21.05.2017

Estonia's medieval gems

A journey to the land of Hanseatic merchants.

24.05.2017

La Carmina's Tips on visiting hipster city Tallinn

Hipster city Tallinn - full of artistic expressions, design shops and creative culture

24.05.2017

Spring’s wild, edible plants

These four wild herbs might look like weeds, but Estonians have recognised their health benefits for thousands of years.

24.05.2017

Estonian craft beer - rustic roots, modern flair

The Estonian craft beer scene is all about mixing traditional flavours with modern techniques to produce small batches of unique beer.

26.05.2017

Best places to eat with children

What makes Estonian restaurants stand out is our penchant for using local produce to create authentic and tasty dishes without excessive frivolities.

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Health & Wellness

24.05.2017

Valentine's retreat in romantic South Estonia

What could be more romantic than discovering a new place with your loved one? Escape the ordinary in charming and scenic South Estonia.

25.05.2017

Uniquely Estonian spa treatments

Browse some of the most local and traditional treatments available in Estonian spas.

25.05.2017

Sauna icebreakers

Learn why sauna is the best place to relax and network, Estonian style.

25.05.2017

Spa break in Estonia - luxury for every budget

Estonian spas balance high-quality and affordability for a luxury experience everyone can indulge in. Easily include a visit to the spa in your trip.

24.05.2017

Best spas for children

What makes Estonian spas truly unique is that they often include a water park and relaxing sauna complexes in the same building.

24.05.2017

Spring’s wild, edible plants

These four wild herbs might look like weeds, but Estonians have recognised their health benefits for thousands of years.

24.05.2017

Winter swimming – the Estonian vitamin

Winter swimming is an endurance sport where the main focus is on strengthening the mind.

24.05.2017

Thrilling water parks

Water parks in Estonia feature exhilarating slides and aquatic attractions along side relaxing pools, saunas and jacuzzis.

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History & Culture

25.05.2017

TOP 10 things to do in Tallinn

Tallinn's top attractions entice visitors with a taste for traditional culture, contemporary art or even sweets! This guide shows you where.

24.05.2017

Estonian Myth Quiz

Which Estonian mythological creature are you?

17.05.2017

Picture perfect views of Tallinn

Tallinn is a multifaceted jewel of a city: depending from where you look, it can be anything from medieval to modern. To admire its many sides, take

26.05.2017

Explore Estonian Culture

Experience authentic Estonian culture through folk song and dance, unique language and vivid handicrafts.

24.05.2017

TOP museums with a twist

Some of the best science, natural, children’s, art & history museums are also the smallest and most quirky.

26.05.2017

Must-see museum exhibits of 2017

See what's new in 2017 at Estonia's most popular family-friendly museums like the Seaplane Harbour, AHHAA Science Centre and more.

25.05.2017

TOP free things to do in Estonia

Free city tours, nature activities, places to visit and events will save you money during your travels.

26.05.2017

10 surprising places in Estonia

Estonia is home to some of the most stunning natural and manmade wonders in Europe and the world.

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Activities & Adventure

24.05.2017

Adventure holiday in East Estonia

Thrill seekers will enjoy the exciting outdoor activities East Estonia's former industrial landscape holds.

26.05.2017

The pick of marinas in Estonia worth sailing to

Here is a pick of marinas worth visiting while sailing on the Baltic Sea and choosing your cruising destination in Estonia.

26.05.2017

Bikepacking in Estonia

Estonia is a great place for bicycle trips – the distances are short, the nature diverse and we have a continuously developed network of bike roads

24.05.2017

TOP cycling events of 2017

From BMX and cyclocross to road and mountain biking, you don't have to be a professional cyclists to enjoy these sporting events throughout the year.

26.05.2017

6 ways to enjoy golf in Estonia

Estonia has several natural golf courses, all located in the midst of beautiful, untouched nature

24.05.2017

Sledging and sweet buns on Shrove Tuesday

Spring is around the corner and Estonians celebrate this centuries old holiday with sledging, buns with whipped cream and other special foods.

25.05.2017

Active holiday on lakes and rivers

Estonia has a range of calm and scenic lakes and rivers. Explore how to enjoy Estonia's nature from a boat.

26.05.2017

The most spiritual sites in Estonia

Places of worship are manmade and natural in Estonia, from chapels to cliffs.

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Shopping

24.05.2017

TOP 10 design and vintage shops in Estonia

Explore these hidden gems and unique shopping opportunities in Estonia.

25.05.2017

TOP 10 things to do in Tallinn

Tallinn's top attractions entice visitors with a taste for traditional culture, contemporary art or even sweets! This guide shows you where.

24.05.2017

Tartu - bohemian and old school

Estonia’s second biggest town welcomes you with classical architecture, leafy parks, riverside and bustling nightlife.

24.05.2017

La Carmina's Tips on visiting hipster city Tallinn

Hipster city Tallinn - full of artistic expressions, design shops and creative culture

24.05.2017

City break destinations

Abandoned factories turned hipster restaurants and many other cool secrets of Estonia are ready to be discovered.

24.05.2017

Kerli's favourite Estonian fashion designers

Kerli's favourite fashion and accessory designers from Estonia range from minimalist to whimsical.

26.05.2017

Dressing traditionally - Estonian folk costumes

The colourful and ornate national clothes worn nowadays to festivals tell about Estonia's cultural history.

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26.05.2017

The pick of marinas in Estonia worth sailing to

Here is a pick of marinas worth visiting while sailing on the Baltic Sea and choosing your cruising destination in Estonia.

25.05.2017

TOP free things to do in Estonia

Free city tours, nature activities, places to visit and events will save you money during your travels.

26.05.2017

Viljandi Hanseatic Days – a truly uniting festival

The Viljandi Hanseatic Days, held 2–4 June, remind us how the Hanseatic League membership brought wealth and exciting ideas to town through the ages.

25.05.2017

Kerli's favourite Estonian sayings

Find out Kerli's favourite quotes about life, family and etiquette in Estonian.

25.05.2017

Estonian superfoods - blueberry

Weather you have a sweet tooth or prefer to stick with the main course, Estonian blueberries have a variety of uses.

25.05.2017

Midsummers Eve – when dusk meets dawn

Old Estonians believe that dusk and dawn are lovers, meeting once a year on the Midsummers Eve. Celebrate Midsummers Eve in Estonia's wilderness.

24.05.2017

TOP 10 manor hotels in Estonia

Eat, sleep and indulge like an aristocrat in Estonia’s many historical manor houses.

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Events

Legendary Muhu Väin regatta in Estonia

40,000 young people born in free Estonia to perform this summer

Viljandi Hanseatic Days – a truly uniting festival

Estonian Youth Song and Dance Celebration “Here I'll stay”

5 things to do at Into the Valley music festival

Haapsalu Horror and Fantasy Film Festival – the best in the Baltics

Haapsalu Tchaikovsky Festival

The world’s best orienteers announced in Estonia

Nature & Wildlife

Bird watching destinations

Ancient sacred places in Estonia

Estonian Myth Quiz

Spring’s wild, edible plants

Estonia is Lonely Planet's best value destination

TOP 10 hiking trails

TOP free things to do in Estonia

Adventure holiday in East Estonia

Food & Drink & Nightlife

TOP 10 design and vintage shops in Estonia

Valentine's retreat in romantic South Estonia

Treat yourself to a chocolatey experience

Estonia's medieval gems

La Carmina's Tips on visiting hipster city Tallinn

Spring’s wild, edible plants

Estonian craft beer - rustic roots, modern flair

Best places to eat with children

Health & Wellness

Valentine's retreat in romantic South Estonia

Uniquely Estonian spa treatments

Sauna icebreakers

Spa break in Estonia - luxury for every budget

Best spas for children

Spring’s wild, edible plants

Winter swimming – the Estonian vitamin

Thrilling water parks

History & Culture

TOP 10 things to do in Tallinn

Estonian Myth Quiz

Picture perfect views of Tallinn

Explore Estonian Culture

TOP museums with a twist

Must-see museum exhibits of 2017

TOP free things to do in Estonia

10 surprising places in Estonia

Activities & Adventure

Adventure holiday in East Estonia

The pick of marinas in Estonia worth sailing to

Bikepacking in Estonia

TOP cycling events of 2017

6 ways to enjoy golf in Estonia

Sledging and sweet buns on Shrove Tuesday

Active holiday on lakes and rivers

The most spiritual sites in Estonia

Shopping

TOP 10 design and vintage shops in Estonia

TOP 10 things to do in Tallinn

Tartu - bohemian and old school

La Carmina's Tips on visiting hipster city Tallinn

City break destinations

Kerli's favourite Estonian fashion designers

Dressing traditionally - Estonian folk costumes

Others

The pick of marinas in Estonia worth sailing to

TOP free things to do in Estonia

Viljandi Hanseatic Days – a truly uniting festival

Kerli's favourite Estonian sayings

Estonian superfoods - blueberry

Midsummers Eve – when dusk meets dawn

TOP 10 manor hotels in Estonia

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