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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…
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.…
Trip to Altai
Here's that eternal dilemma: falling in love at first sight with endless expanses and mountain ranges — myth or reality? We answer once and for all: reality. Want to see for yourself? Then Altai is fo…
Winter Holidays in Altai
The beauty of Altai blossoms in winter — and we believe it's the best time to get acquainted with this place. We'll tell you where to go, what to do, and how to get the most out of this adventure.…
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…
Journey through Russia's Nature Reserves
Sometimes, to change your surroundings, it's enough to just visit a neighboring city. But not for everyone. A person with a broad outlook and diverse interests will find this insufficient. Therefore,…
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…
Journey to Tibet: Traveling Through the Sky
High mountains hide one of the most mysterious places on the planet under their cover – authentic Tibet. Throughout the country's history, it has been extremely difficult for a foreigner to get there.…
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…
Where to travel in 2026?
Only half of 2025 is behind us, and we are already thinking about the next one. Where will tourists flock? Which cities and countries will be most in demand? Where can you have a great rest and see so…
What is ecotourism and where to practice it
Is a trip to an Indonesian village with an excursion ecotourism? What about a hike in the mountains? Both yes and no. In fact, ecotourism is an entire philosophy that can be adhered to even when trave…
Why go to Altai in spring or late autumn
Altai in mid-summer is a classic that almost everyone has experienced: queues at passes, crowded bases, and noisy campsites. But if you want to see 'that very' mystical Altai, about which legends are…
"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…
Lake Baikal: Where to relax, what to see
Thinking about a trip to Baikal or already bought a ticket to Irkutsk, but your travel plan isn't ready yet? Then Kupi.com is coming to you! We've compiled a selection of great places to travel in win…
What you need to know about Kazakhstan if you've just moved or are planning to
We've compiled a guide for those who have already crossed the border into Kazakhstan or are about to. It covers: housing, document processing, mental differences between north and south, as well as ad…
4 Days on Baikal: How to See the Most Interesting Sights
Our subscriber carved out some time to fly to Baikal in winter. 4 days were enough for her to be impressed by the place and want to return again. Let's find out how it was! We pass the mic.  Our…
TOP-8 Scenic Roads in Russia for a Car Trip
Do you think now is a good time to travel by car? We think so! While most Russians are relaxing at our seaside resorts, you can travel around the country to your heart's content. We've gathered pictur…
Do Good and Travel for Free
We constantly talk about how to travel economically. But you can also do it for free — by becoming an international volunteer. This way you can visit exotic places without having to save up for a tick…
Creepy Legends of Japan, Baikal, and UAE
Halloween is behind us, but the spooky stories heard at parties are always with us. We decided to diversify our material and tell some interesting legends from Japan, the Arab Emirates, and Lake Baika…
Where to go in summer 2025
There's not much left of spring, and you still haven't figured out where to go on vacation in summer 2025? We've put together several original options – to the sea, to the mountains, on excursions, in…