Safety in Parnu, Estonia What do other Racers need to know in order to be safe? Current safety protocols/precautions in place? Any relevant issues/concerns? Any precautionary suggestions?
People’s Opinions
Very safe area, don’t be alone at night downtown.
Ministry Summary
Ministry Summary in Parnu, Estonia Breakthroughs? Suggestions? Concerns? On a scale of 1-4 (1 being not at all, 4 being absolutely) how strongly would you recommend another World Race team go to this ministry location & why?
People’s Opinions
Mostly practical work at the second-hand shop and on the boat
Some house group visits
The work we did there was great, but the contacts weren’t always around and communication was a little lacking at times.
Lodging
Lodging in Parnu, Estonia Where did you stay? What were the accommodations (sleeping arrangements, toilets, showers, etc.)? Cost (per person per night in USD), Contact info.
People’s Opinions
We stayed at Alari & Katrin’s house.
3 bedrooms – 2 beds each (depending on if anyone else is staying there)
Toilet
Shower with hot water
Washing machine
Cost per person per night: $2
Food / Meals
Food / Meals in Parnu, Estonia What did you eat? Where did you get the food? Cost (per person per day in USD)? Contact info (if applicable).
People’s Opinions
This is a prepare your own food site.
Plenty of grocery stores in town – Rimi, Selver, Maxima
There are plenty of restaurants in town too, some of which are pretty cheap
At the Port Ardor shopping center there is a restaurant on the second floor that has all you can eat soup for $4. Highly recommended
Transportation
Transportation in Parnu, Estonia What transportation did you use to enter the country? Where were you coming from? What transportation was used to move throughout the country? Be sure to include the cost per person in USD and contact info if applicable.
People’s Opinions
Direct bus from Riga – Parnu (Parnu will be spelled differently in Latvia)
They have a car that can be used but you must pay for gas.
There are local buses and long distances buses. Because they live on the outskirts of town you need to take long distance buses to get in and out of town. The bus stop near their house is called Papsaare.
Medical
Medical in Parnu, Estonia Information on local hospitals / doctors / pharmacies. Where would someone go in a medical emergency? (addresses and contact info).
People’s Opinions
Nearest hospital is about 9km from the houseIt is on Oja street and the number is +372 447 3301
Communication
Communication in Parnu, Estonia Did you have cell reception / Internet service? Where? Carrier / Provider, where did you get phones / SIM cards, cost? Country code?
People’s Opinions
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Financial
Financial in Parnu, Estonia Location of banks or ATMs, notes about transaction fees, best places to exchange money, and other money related advice.
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Translators
Translators in Parnu, Estonia List any local translators – name and contact information, languages spoken
People’s Opinions
Many people speak English in Estonia but Alari and his son Kristjan will probably be your primary translators.
Off Days / Fun Activities
Off Days / Fun Activities in Parnu, Estonia What activities did your team experience? Recommendations? List locations/contact info. Any locations to be avoided? Any extra safety tips for off days?
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Other Important Contacts
Other Important Contacts in Parnu, Estonia Additional ministry opportunities, local pastors, etc. Relationship & follow up suggestions
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Tips
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Additional Info
Additional Info in Parnu, Estonia Anything we’ve left out? Any additional suggestions to make travel easier for others?