I stayed at Ric and Diga's wonderful B&B for two nights in August 2009. This is a unique place, for many reasons... a great B&B in a country where B&B culture is largely non-existent... the hosts are splendid people... the rooms are spacious, very clean and comfortable... the neighborhood is beautiful, a pleasant 30-min ride by street car from the... more

It isn't often that you are blown away by the generosity and hospitality of your hosts but if you read the reviews here you can see it happens again and again. People plan their whole vacations around staying here and we can see why - Ric and Diga are amazing - open, honest and caring as well as generous to... more

We really enjoyed being here; it was good to share our experiences of the city with Diga (who is Latvian) and with Rick, who has lived here for many years. They were able to interpret for us what is happening politically and socially in Latvia. Their home is colourful and creative; large rooms, lots of light, with a relaxed, homey... more

The other reviews already say it all! This is one of the most welcoming places I've ever stayed at, such a lovely way of getting a bit closer to the country you're visiting by meeting a local who is always so friendly, helpful happy to chat and knowledgeable. The pets were lovely too. more

Thanks Diga and Ric, the most wonderful hosts I have ever encountered during 20 years of travel. The rest of the reviews speak for themselves, but I particularly enjoyed taking Sara (the dog) for a walk to the lake... actually she took me for a walk... (I asked Diga how to get to the lake, she said, Sara will know).... more

...you mind meeting a charming hostess and a witty host. ...you do not like a beautiful house, filled with interesting art. ...you do not want to discuss a wide range of topics from aardvarks to artichokes to arteriosclerosis, and beyond. ...you do not wish to be challenged, in a positive way, about your culture, way of life and assumptions. ...you... more

We found Diga and Ric on the Web and arranged with them for short stays at the beginning and the end of our trip to the Baltic states. After one or two phone calls and emails to Diga we finally arrived and felt like 'coming home'. The house reflects immediately the welcoming nature of Diga and Ric, and we can... more

It's hard to describe how great my too short weekend was with Ric and Diga. On my arrival, I was greeted by Ric, a cold beer, and all the animals. Diga joined us shortly and we talked rugby, tennis, politics, how cabbage should be planted and the best places to ski in (Leadville!) Colorado. That was within the first hour.... more

My husband and I made the trip from Calgary, Alberta, Canada to Riga, Latvia in the fall of 2007 and had the pleasure of staying with Rick and Diga in Mezaparks, just on the outskirts of Riga. On our way, we picked up our daughter in Amsterdam so that we could all visit Latvia together for the first time. Staying... more