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Surprice Car Rental Adds Latvia To Northern Europe Market
The global company’s new airport station puts its rental cars at the hub of Baltic air and rental car travel.

Riga, the capital of Latvia, stands out as a vibrant destination, offering a unique combination of rich history, medieval architecture, and a thriving cultural scene.
Credit: Surprice Car Rental
Surprice Car Rental recently opened a rental car operation at Riga International Airport (RIX) in Latvia, a regional gateway.
As one of the largest and most dynamic airports in the Baltic states, Riga Airport connects Europe with a wide range of international destinations for business and leisure travelers. It is the busiest airport in the Baltic region, serving over 4.8 million passengers and handling over 33,000 tons of cargo annually, with flights to more than 100 destinations, according to Wikipedia.
Riga, the capital of Latvia, stands out as a vibrant destination, offering a unique combination of rich history, medieval architecture, and a thriving cultural scene.
With its strategic location and convenient access to neighboring Baltic capitals, the city provides an ideal base for travelers and car renters looking to explore Northern and Eastern Europe.
Passengers arriving at Riga Airport can choose from Surprice’s diverse fleet of rental cars, which includes intermediate, compact, and SUV options tailored to specific travel needs.
Surprice promotes its connectivity, flexibility, and convenience among the services it offers travelers.
“Surprice continues to grow with purpose and momentum,” said Nikos Paspalakis, CEO of Surprice Car Rentals, in a March 17 news release. “Our new station at Riga Airport represents another strong step toward building a truly connected European network — one that makes smart, accessible mobility available to more travelers every day.”
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