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What to see in Astrakhan
Astrakhan is a city of contrasts, where the scorching southern sun melts the asphalt, and the coolness of the great Volga brings salvation. It is a place where the golden domes of Orthodox churches st…
Volga River Vacation: Places and Resorts
Not by the sea alone: vacations along rivers are also great, especially during the hot season. Even more so along the Volga — the largest river in Russia and Europe.  Where to vacation on the Vol…
Kalmykia: why visit Elista
If you dream of visiting Asia without crossing borders, Kalmykia is the perfect option. Here, endless steppes meet golden pagoda roofs, and the air is filled with the scent of wormwood and the sounds…
Poppies, Sakura, Crocuses, Magnolia: Where to See Blooms in Russia
Last spring we stayed home, but this one we want to get out and about, especially since it's blooming season! The colorful and bright crowns of trees and bushes whisper: “take a picture with me”. And…
Where to take mud baths in Russia
If you thought mud was just an annoyance after a walk in bad weather, we hasten to convince you otherwise. Russia is full of places where people literally lie in it to improve their health, rejuvenate…
Where to go for May holidays 2025: in Moscow Region, in Russia, and abroad
How will we spend the May holidays in 2025? The May holidays are approaching – our favorite (and yours, we're sure, too!) spring season. It's time for trips – to the dacha, to nature, or even to anoth…
Martian Landscapes in Russia
Did you dream of flying into space as a child? You probably imagined walking on the red dust of Mars, with only silent mountains and a sky of a different color around you. Good news: to see these fant…
Best places in the world to stargaze
To truly see the night sky, you need to get as far away as possible from megacities that create light pollution. Ideal places are deserts, mountains, and nature reserves where nature has been preserve…
"Quiet Tourism" in Russia: Glamping in Karelia and Altai
In 2026, travelers are increasingly choosing not just a vacation, but so-called « quiet tourism ». This is a philosophy of conscious deceleration, where the main luxury is not golden stucco in the lob…
Beach Holiday in Dagestan on the Caspian Sea 2025
Dagestan is one of the great options for a seaside holiday in Russia . In some cities on the Caspian Sea coast, it's easy not only to see the mountains but also to swim on an inflatable flamingo and o…
Where to go in December
“Strike while the iron is hot, and plan your December vacation in November.” Guided by this motto, we've compiled a selection of budget-friendly and visa-free destinations, and also told you about coo…
No Worse Than Cappadocia: Where to Fly in a Hot Air Balloon in Russia
Cappadocia managed to make hot air balloons its 'trademark'. People come here specifically for beautiful photos with them in the background, and the rest of the landscape, ancient cave churches, have…
Where to go in Russia in autumn
Time flies like an office worker rushing to a Friday night party: the hot summer season had barely begun when September arrived. And those who didn't manage to relax in summer are eager to find that v…
Alternatives to Veliky Ustyug: Which Ded Morozes to Visit
Veliky Ustyug is a classic. It's a brand to which the people's path never overgrows. But let's be honest: a trip there during the New Year holidays is a test for both your budget and your nervous syst…
What, Where, When to Eat: A Gastronomic Guide to Russian Cities
Every city has something unique – museums, monuments, buildings. And food too! In Paris – croissants, in Naples – pizza, in Marseille – bouillabaisse. Almost every city has a dish that has become (or…
Where to go for winter holidays 2026 with a schoolchild
Winter is not a reason to sit at home, wrapped in a blanket, especially when schoolchildren have their long-awaited free days. This is the ideal time to change the scenery, gain new impressions, and r…
What to see in Volgograd
Do you love short spontaneous trips as much as we do? If so, here's a great idea for a weekend getaway: let's fly to Volgograd. A huge plus of traveling around Russia is that you don't need a visa or…
7 Places to See the Desert
Endless sand dunes, rolling over each other like waves. The sun melts above the horizon, and the air shimmers with the heat of the earth. Such landscapes are worth seeing at least once in a lifetime.…
Where to go for New Year 2026
Holiday weekends are a time not only to rewatch all parts of “Harry Potter” but also to recharge after a working year or rush to the sea and sun abroad. We will tell you about the most interesting opt…
Birdwatching as a New Reason to Travel
Birdwatching is the new black. It's also a new trend for travelers seeking unusual experiences and unconventional destinations. It's no longer a retiree's hobby or a purely English whim from Victorian…