Estonia school year start impacts restaurants and road safety

The start of the new school year in Estonia is bringing changes to both the hospitality sector and road traffic patterns. In Tallinn, restaurants such as Da Vinci in Kristiine, Repa in Rocca al Mare, and Pelmi in T1 are preparing for an increase in bookings as families head out to celebrate the occasion.

While some restaurant staff note that September 1st is not necessarily their busiest day compared to holidays like Valentine's Day, they are increasing staff and supplies to handle the expected influx of customers.

Simultaneously, the return to school is impacting road safety. Experts advise motorists to exercise increased caution near schools and kindergartens due to higher traffic volumes and the unpredictable behavior of children. Recommendations for drivers include reducing speed, allowing extra travel time for potential congestion, and ensuring children are properly secured in vehicle seats before starting a journey.