https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/lithuania/ Lithuania News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-07-02T00:43:02+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lithuanias-first-radisson-collection-hotel-opens-in-the-heart-of-vilnius/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lithuanias-first-radisson-collection-hotel-opens-in-the-heart-of-vilnius/ Radisson Hotel Group announces the introduction of its first Radisson Collection hotel to Vilnius, Lithuania - one of the largest surviving medieval towns in Northern Europe, with the re-opening of the property previously known as Radisson Blu Royal Astorija Hotel, Vilnius, after an extensive renovation. Sat, 01 Apr 2023 08:42:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lithuania-reopens-to-european-tourists/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lithuania-reopens-to-european-tourists/ Lithuania has confirmed it is finally ready to welcome back travellers. As of now, tourists from the European Union and European Economic Area will only need to prove they are vaccinated against Covid-19. Mon, 07 Feb 2022 12:30:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cyprus-removed-from-safe-travel-list-for-british-holidaymakers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cyprus-removed-from-safe-travel-list-for-british-holidaymakers/ Travellers arriving from Cyprus and the Baltic state of Lithuania will have to isolate for 14-days on arrival in the UK from 04:00 on Sunday morning following the latest update to quarantine restrictions. Fri, 30 Oct 2020 09:15:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/park-inn-by-radisson-vilnius-airport-hotel-opens-its-doors/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/park-inn-by-radisson-vilnius-airport-hotel-opens-its-doors/ Radisson Hotel Group has reiterated its commitment to the Baltic market with the opening of a Park Inn by Radisson hotel at Vilnius Airport. Mon, 05 Oct 2020 07:04:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-bolsters-connections-to-eastern-europe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wizz-air-bolsters-connections-to-eastern-europe/ Wizz Air has restarted its London Luton flights to St Petersburg, while also expanding operations in Lithuanian capital Vilnius. Thu, 20 Aug 2020 05:59:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-city-to-welcome-vilnius-connection-this-month/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-city-to-welcome-vilnius-connection-this-month/ Flights between Vilnius and London City will continue to be operated as part of public service obligation formula which allows public entities to co-fund flights of special interest within the EU. Mon, 10 Aug 2020 07:01:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-grand-hotel-kempinski-vilnius-lithuania/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-grand-hotel-kempinski-vilnius-lithuania/ The benchmark for luxury hospitality in Lithuania, Grand Hotel Kempinski Vilnius has carved out an enviable niche in this fast-developing destination. Here Breaking Travel News editor, Chris O’Toole, takes a tour of the smallest property in the Kempinski portfolio Wed, 11 Sep 2019 12:11:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hbo-series-chernobyl-showcases-lithuania-film-potential/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hbo-series-chernobyl-showcases-lithuania-film-potential/ As HBO’s blockbuster success, Chernobyl, becomes IMDB’s highest rated show of all time, Lithuania is attracting global attention as the go-to film set for period dramas and docuseries. Wed, 12 Jun 2019 07:09:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lot-polish-airlines-launches-new-london-city-vilnius-connection/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lot-polish-airlines-launches-new-london-city-vilnius-connection/ LOT Polish Airlines is today launching a new direct connection from London City Airport to the capital of Lithuania, Vilnius. The carrier will offer up to 12 flights a week on this service and is the first to offer business class on a direct flight to the destination. Wed, 01 May 2019 04:10:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lithuanian-capital-vilnius-launches-risque-new-ad-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lithuanian-capital-vilnius-launches-risque-new-ad-campaign/ The humorous campaign concept was created by Lithuanian advertising students who sought to draw international attention to Vilnius and its potential as an alternative European city-break destination. Wed, 08 Aug 2018 08:34:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vfs-global-extends-visa-partnerships-with-croatia-and-lithuania/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vfs-global-extends-visa-partnerships-with-croatia-and-lithuania/ VFS Global has extended its visa processing partnerships with the ministry of foreign affairs of the Republic of Lithuania and the ministry of foreign and European affairs of the Republic of Croatia. Fri, 16 Feb 2018 08:48:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/lithuania-unveils-new-tourism-marketing-video/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/lithuania-unveils-new-tourism-marketing-video/ Next year marks an important milestone in Lithuania’s history as the country celebrates the 100th anniversary of the restoration of the state. In celebration of this the Lithuania State Department of Tourism has released a new marketing video to showcase the beauty and diversity of the country. Tue, 17 Oct 2017 08:51:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vilnius-airport-reopens-after-19-million-reconstruction-project/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vilnius-airport-reopens-after-19-million-reconstruction-project/ The Lithuanian department of tourism is celebrating the completion of a €19 million reconstruction project, and the re-opening of the capital’s airport, Vilnius. The newly renovated runway and airport re-opened to flights after 35 days of work, with an official ceremony on the tarmac. Wed, 23 Aug 2017 08:44:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-visitors-flock-to-lithuanian-as-baltic-tourism-booms/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-visitors-flock-to-lithuanian-as-baltic-tourism-booms/ The number of British tourists visiting Lithuania has increased by 7.6 per cent over the past year. More than 58,200 British holidaymakers visited the destination in 2016, staying at least one night said Lithuania State Department of Tourism, making it the fifth consecutive year for growth from the UK market. Fri, 24 Mar 2017 10:08:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vilnius-breaks-one-million-visitor-barrier-for-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vilnius-breaks-one-million-visitor-barrier-for-first-time/ Jenni Ukkonen’s and her husband’s trip to Vilnius, Lithuania to celebrate their third wedding anniversary turned into a festive occasion for the city as a whole this week. As Finnair Flight AY 131 from Helsinki descended into Vilnius, the pilot informed the passengers that their plane was carrying the one millionth visitor to Vilnius in 2016 - a new record for the Baltic capital. Mon, 02 Jan 2017 10:17:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/go-vilnius-launches-to-boost-tourism-development/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/go-vilnius-launches-to-boost-tourism-development/ The City of Vilnius has launched GO Vilnius, the city’s new development agency. The new organisation will combine international investment, business development, and city marketing and tourism initiatives, including the work of the Vilnius Convention Bureau, under one umbrella. Wed, 22 Jun 2016 09:58:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-ula-giniotyt-lithuania-expo-2015-pavilion-di/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-ula-giniotyt-lithuania-expo-2015-pavilion-di/ With Expo Milan 2015 now in full swing in Italy, Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole here visits to chat with Ula Giniotytė, director of the Lithuanian pavilion. On the agenda are Lithuania’s plans in the coming months, the importance of being seen at Expo Milan and a look at the mixture of tradition and innovation presented in the pavilion. Mon, 08 Jun 2015 10:30:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/ula-giniotyt-lithuania-expo-2015-pavilion-director/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/ula-giniotyt-lithuania-expo-2015-pavilion-director/ With Expo Milan 2015 now in full swing in Italy, Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole here visits to chat with Ula Giniotytė, director of the Lithuanian pavilion. On the agenda are Lithuania’s plans in the coming months, the importance of being seen at Expo Milan and a look at the mixture of tradition and innovation presented in the pavilion. Mon, 08 Jun 2015 10:28:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lithuania-celebrates-the-future-at-wtm/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lithuania-celebrates-the-future-at-wtm/ Ambitious Lithuania goes into World Travel Market this year promising to make its second millennium one to remember. Fri, 09 Oct 2009 09:45:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090203112040420/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090203112040420/ In 2009, Lithuania celebrates the millennium of its name, a symbolic borderline of its prehistory and the starting point of its civilization. No other date in the second half of the 20th century or the beginning of the 21st century comes close to the importance of this jubilee date for the history of Lithuania.Lithuania inhabited by people of Baltic descent, was once a powerful empire stretching from Baltic Sea to Black Sea. It is now known for its fascinating history, beautiful nature and friendly, welcoming people.Lithuania has one of the nicest capitals in Europe - Vilnius, which is still undiscovered by mass tourism. Tue, 03 Feb 2009 11:20:17 +0000