Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania: These three independent states on the Baltic Sea, each with its own language, culture, and history, have been a popular holiday destination for many years. The diversity of these three countries invites an extended tour: to the vibrant capital cities of Tallinn, Riga, and Vilnius with their lively cultural scenes, their ancient castles, manor houses, fortresses, and baroque churches. Beyond these, there are several historic provincial towns with fascinating corners to explore. Equally unique is the landscape of the three Baltic states: the Curonian Spit (Lithuania) with the largest dunes in Europe and its distinctive, rugged beauty; the unspoiled nature of Gauja National Park (Latvia) with its abundance of rare plants and animals; and the seaside resort of Pärnu (Estonia) with its charming wooden villas and endless white beaches. The large Estonian islands of Saaremaa and Hiiumaa are also well worth a visit. With in-depth background knowledge, the authors guide readers through the Baltic States. Each chapter begins with a double-page spread introducing the content with an overview map of the region, highlights, and page references. Color-coded page number boxes, corresponding to the chapters, make it easy to navigate the book. Naturally, the guidebook includes the tried-and-tested, practical travel tips from A to Z. The extended introduction features overview pages with descriptions of all regions, a yearly overview of festivals and events, suggested itineraries, and the authors' personal top tips. A small phrasebook for all the languages of the Baltic countries provides essential vocabulary for getting by on the go. New product