The Best of the Baltics: Stikliai Hotel, Vilnius, Lithuania

The time to visit the postcard perfect Baltic States is now. Think ahead to a summertime jaunt to Lithuania. One of the most exciting cities in Europe, Vilnius is situated at the crossroads between Eastern Europe, Scandinavia, and Western Europe. A UNESCO World Heritage site, Lithuania's vibrant capital is chock full of fascinating attractions. The splendid architecture on display in the old town manifests Baroque, Romanesque, Renaissance and Jugendstil influences. The place to stay is the Stikliai Hotel, the city's best luxury digs, housed in an elegant 17th century residence in the heart of historic old town. The hotel's name is derived from Stikliu Street, on which many craftsmen had their workshops in the 15th and 16th centuries. (Stikliai means "glass blower" in Lithuanian.) A member of the prestigious Relais and Chateaux collection of luxury hotels, the Stikliai boasts an acclaimed restaurant, ornate winter garden, and refined guest rooms. Charming and full of warmth, the Stikliai Hotel is praised for the remarkable hospitality of its hosts.