Andris Berzins

How It Started

Andris discovered his passion for heritage tourism while working as a trail guide in the Līvāni region during his university years. He wasn't looking to specialize in archaeology — he was just exploring Latvia's landscape and got hooked by the stories buried beneath it. That led to his Master's degree in Cultural Heritage Management from the University of Latvia, completed in 2013.

Building Accessible Experiences

Over the next decade, Andris worked closely with the Daugava Valley Cultural Heritage Association and the Vidzeme Tourism Development Board. His focus was straightforward: make ancient sites accessible to everyone, especially seniors who wanted to explore but needed practical help getting there. He's designed pathways to significant sites like the Jersika hillfort complex, always balancing historical accuracy with real-world accessibility.

The key insight? Most seniors are eager explorers — they just need thoughtfully designed routes and clear information about what to expect. Andris has walked every trail he recommends personally. That's not just thoroughness. That's making sure his guidance reflects actual visitor experiences, not theory.

Recognition and Current Work

His work has been featured in regional tourism publications across Latvia, and he's contributed to heritage management projects spanning five municipalities. At buyifyonline Ltd, he's bringing all that field expertise to digital guides — creating comprehensive resources that help seniors safely and enjoyably discover the archaeological treasures of the Daugava Bend region.