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What to see in Veliky Ustyug
Going to a fairy tale is easier than we think. And Ded Moroz lives closer than it seems. Aren't these signs to go to Veliky Ustyug and delight your inner child, at least before the New Year — a time o…
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…
UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Russia
When someone tells us, “Oh, that's a UNESCO site,” we usually imagine something very cool and very foreign. But that's far from the truth. Russia is also rich in World Heritage Sites. Even more so: so…
New Year Holidays 2026: 10 Destinations for Day Trips
January holidays are a small life. But by the third day of home comfort, the soul usually demands a change of scenery. A one-day trip (one day trip format) is an ideal way to get new emotions without…
Small Towns of Russia: Why Visit Totma, Plyos, or Borovsk
Small towns are not just about quietness, but also about amazing discoveries that often hide behind inconspicuous signs or turns of old streets. To truly reset yourself, it's enough to book tickets to…
What to see in Vologda
While everyone is going to Moscow or St. Petersburg, we suggest escaping from noisy megacities to Vologda. Firstly, the city was founded at the same time as the well-known capital. And secondly, there…
What to see in Yaroslavl
Yaroslavl is one of the oldest Russian cities and is the capital of the Golden Ring, the most popular tourist route in Russia. This is no coincidence: it is filled with architectural monuments, church…
What to see in Kostroma
Want to see something beautiful, but your budget doesn't allow for distant travels? Head to Kostroma: drink mead, take photos with Ivan Susanin, and admire ancient architecture. Let's figure out what…
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…
Golden Ring of Russia: how to spend your vacation interestingly and beautifully
If you are one of those who are afraid to travel abroad due to the virus, there is an alternative – get to know your country better. For example, go on a tour of the Golden Ring of Russia. After all,…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
Parks in Russia worth taking children to
Summer is a time when you can calmly take a vacation and have a great time with the whole family. We have compiled a list of themed amusement parks where you should go to ride attractions, eat cotton…
All About the Tourist Tax in Russia
Starting January 1, 2025, a tourist tax has replaced the resort fee in Russia. How it is calculated, who will have to pay it, when, and how much – we explain in this article. What is a Tourist Tax Tou…
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…
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…
Karelia in winter: what to see?
If Russia held a competition for the region embodying winter, Karelia would definitely win. And in a beauty contest, and in an intellectual one, and in a creative one. There would only be questions ab…
What to see in Tver: from the magnificent architecture of the river terminal to the monument to Mikhail Krug
Want to visit Tver? This cozy city on the Volga will remind you of a warm childhood, allow you to see unique architecture, learn more about the Tver goat, and stroll through the coolest local attracti…