Inside Lithuania with Ambassador Gediminas Varvuolis: Culture, Cuisine & Europe’s Most Underrated Destination

In this episode of The Layover, we sit down with Gediminas Varvuolis, Ambassador of Lithuania to the United States, live from CES, to explore why this Baltic nation is quietly becoming one of Europe’s most intriguing travel destinations.

From medieval old towns and Baroque architecture to lakeside castles, comfort-driven cuisine, and a booming innovation ecosystem, Lithuania blends deep history with modern momentum in a way most American travelers haven’t discovered yet.

Ambassador Varvuolis shares how Lithuania is:

• Showcasing its 700-year-old capital Vilnius, a UNESCO-listed city rich in Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture
• Offering nature-forward travel with 2,000+ lakes, outdoor adventures, and slow-travel appeal
• Serving up hearty, soulful cuisine—from potato-based cepelinai to refreshing pink beet soup
• Positioning itself as a rising hub for fintech, startups, and digital nomads
• Leveraging CES to attract global entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators
• Investing in AI infrastructure, renewable energy, and human capital for the future

Whether you’re a curious traveler looking beyond Western Europe, a foodie chasing regional flavors, or a founder scouting your next international base, this episode offers a compelling introduction to Lithuania—where old-world charm meets next-generation ambition.

🇱🇹 Learn More & Plan a Visit Explore Lithuania through the Lithuanian Embassy or connect with local consulates in New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles—and if you’re craving Lithuanian food stateside, Chicago is your first stop.