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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…
What to see in Astana if you're visiting for the first time
Astana — the capital of Kazakhstan with original architecture and a ton of unusual sights: from a tent-shaped shopping mall to a huge tower with a golden sphere on top.  In the Kupi.com Blog, we…
What to see in Vladikavkaz
Hospitable residents, delicious food, and wide rivers... Yes, these could be Kazan attractions , but today we'll talk about North Ossetia, the best places in Vladikavkaz and its surroundings that you…
Kyrgyzstan: how to plan your vacation itinerary
Since the end of September, Russia has resumed air travel with Kyrgyzstan, and this is a good reason to get acquainted with the country. We tell you where to go in the city and beyond, how not to spen…
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…
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 can you travel without a foreign passport?
Let's figure out where you can fly from Russia if you only have an internal passport. Armenia What you need to enter.  An internal Russian passport, but you can also use a foreign one. Currently,…
Traveling and getting around the city without internet
Internet can disappear not only upon arrival in another country, but even during a trip across Russia, for example, by train. We have prepared useful tips for those who are worried about losing networ…
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…
How not to go broke on roaming abroad
When traveling, you always want to stay connected, be able to call your family to say that you've arrived safely, check in on Foursquare, or send a beautiful photo to Instagram. But upon returning hom…
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…
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 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…
What to See in Murmansk: Best Locations in the City and Surroundings
Looking for where to go in Russia in winter ? Then pay attention to Murmansk. The Far North, known for its natural phenomena, the spirit of shamanism and mysticism, as well as luxurious nature — that'…
Transliteration of Names for International Passport
If you are traveling, you will most likely face the need to transliterate your first and last name — for documents and airline tickets. An error in writing the data can cost you time and even disrupt…
Mobile communication abroad
Being without mobile communication abroad is not a pleasant situation: you can't call a taxi, nor can you load Google Maps. We advise against relying on Wi-Fi and instead choose a convenient way to ma…
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…
How to protect your bank card from fraudsters
Many of us have long been accustomed to plastic bank cards and don't forget to take them on trips. It's very convenient, as you don't need to look for a bank or exchange office to convert money into l…
Domestic Tourism: Chelyabinsk and Region
You might laugh, thinking that Chelyabinsk is only for visiting relatives (almost 23 thousand of our users probably flew there to see them last year). But Chelyabinsk and its surroundings are a perfec…