Driving and Hitching
If you're driving in Latvia you'll soon notice that road conditions can vary dramatically. There's no highway apart from a brief stretch linking Riga and Jurmala. Roads linking major towns are usually in a reasonable state, but off the beaten track conditions deteriorate rapidly. The biggest hazard is reckless drivers - Latvia's road casualty rate is shocking. Though most towns are well provided with petrol stations, there are few in rural areas - carry a spare can. Speed limits are 50kph in built-up areas and 90kph on the open road. In towns it's forbidden to overtake stationary trams (allowing passengers to alight in safety) and it's against the law to drive after drinking any alcohol. For car rental , Western rates apply, though you may get a better deal from small local firms - bear in mind though that with the latter contracts can be dubious, insurance coverage sketchy and the cars themselves not necessarily maintained properly. Hitching is fairly common between major centres and holiday destinations; you should offer to make a contribution towards petrol.
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