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Thessaloniki: Open-Air Museum
Byzantine chroniclers said: “In Thessaloniki, every foreigner forgets their homeland.” The northern capital is considered the second-largest city in Greece. Locals often compare it to a swan that has…
Street food by Greek rules
The first thing that comes to mind with the word fast food is obese Americans peacefully devouring a Big Mac somewhere on a ranch in Oklahoma. However, street food appeared much earlier than the food…
Increased Tourist Taxes in Europe
  Not very pleasant news for those who love to relax in Spain - starting January 2018, the tourist tax during high season will double. High season is traditionally considered to be the period fro…
10 Dishes to Try in Greece
Besides historical monuments, magnificent climate, and picturesque coastline, Greece is known for its cuisine with an abundance of Mediterranean motifs. It features many seafood, cheeses, and olive oi…
How to safely relax in Bulgaria and what to do
So, since May 1st, Bulgaria has opened its doors to foreign tourists, which means you can start planning your vacations. It's an inexpensive country with a sea and sanatoriums – exactly what a body ti…
Spring in Europe: Where to go on a budget
The weather outside has cleared up. We're starting to stir after a long hibernation and choose where to go for a spring vacation this year.  We suggest starting with a strong hand and a few trans…
Naked Society: Where Do Nudists Relax?
When did people dare to shed their swimsuits and surrender their naked bodies to the power of sunbeams and sea waves? The relationship between humans and clothing began in deep antiquity. In ancient t…
Eastern Europe Without Tourists: You Haven't Been There Yet
Sometimes you just want to get away, but where to? It seems like we've been everywhere, all the top spots have been visited multiple times, and we want something new and unusual. In that case, we have…
Free Public Transport Abroad
How to get around abroad is always a tricky question. Some simply buy a day pass and spare no expense, while others prefer to walk to avoid spending extra money on “it’s only a ten-minute walk!”. But…
Top 3 Cosmodrome Tours
USA Cape Canaveral and Kennedy Space Center The Kennedy Space Center is one of the world's main spaceports. In terms of the number of launches per year, it surpasses Baikonur. A rocket park and a muse…
Greek Islands: Choosing a Holiday Destination
Feta cheese and olives are great, of course. But there's also another Greece that Russians can still visit for a holiday and explore the history of a country famous for its views and myths. Combining…
Another Greece. Holiday Ideas
Have you heard of the Dodecanese Islands? No? Well, then remember the main fact - there are...350 sunny days a year here. The archipelago is not as popular as Crete or Mykonos, but that's only a plus!…
Where to go abroad for a seaside holiday in 2026
That's it — winter is over, it's finally time to relax! If you dream of an unforgettable coastal vacation, then most likely, now is the time for you to go abroad. Fortunately, there are still wonderfu…
The Oldest Cities in the World
Relaxing among skyscrapers in a brand new hotel in Dubai is cool, of course, but what about a trip to places that are more than five thousand years old? We tell you about cities that have existed for…
What are the "red" and "green" channels at the airport?
At any border, a system of red and green channels operates. Today, we will take a detailed look at what this means. All goods moved across the border are subject to customs control. However, some item…
Everything you wanted to know about Tax Free
Tax Free is a system for refunding Value Added Tax (VAT). VAT is refunded on purchases made by foreign citizens when re-crossing the border of the country where they were purchased. There's a nuance h…
Follow the Blue Flag: The Cleanest and Most Beautiful Beaches
Not all beaches are created equal; some are noticeably better than others. And the best of the best are beaches marked with a «Blue Flag». What kind of flag is this, who awards it, for what, and to wh…
How to find the nearest airport?
We have already written a lot about how to find cheap flights on Kupi.com, and mentioned that the less busy an airport is, the cheaper its fees, and consequently the ticket price. Which European airpo…
The Big Greek Wedding
These Greeks are an unhurried people. They spend whole days in cafes over a cup of coffee, play backgammon, and since the creation of Hellas, they seek answers to eternal philosophical questions. It m…
7 European Cities Where Adventures Await
What to do for those who have traveled extensively and desire something special? New cities, impressions, acquaintances, and sensations. Partying in capitals is cool, but it quickly gets boring. That'…