The Vodka Museum in Moscow – What to Expect When Visiting
When you think of Russia, you can’t help but also think “vodka.” Russians and vodka have a longstanding history with one another. And the Vodka Museum in Moscow is here to shed some more light on this...
View ArticleWhat to Pack for a Trip to Russia in Winter
Wondering what to pack for a trip to Russia in the winter? This post is here to help with packing tips for both men and women. Russia is cold and snowy in the winter, there is no doubt about that....
View ArticleMoscow in Winter – 3 Day Itinerary for First-Timers
Wondering how to spend 3 days in Moscow, Russia during the winter? This itinerary is here to help! I know I’m beginning to sound like a broken record at this point, but I can’t help it! Visiting...
View Article18 Photos of St. Petersburg, Russia (During Winter)
I’ve been babbling about how beautiful Moscow, Russia is in my last few posts… and I didn’t want St. Petersburg to feel left out! This city is just as gorgeous as Moscow is. With fewer crowds and fresh...
View Article7 Crazy & Unusual Things to Do in Moscow, Russia – Written by a Local
I’m sharing 7 of the craziest and most unusual things you can do in Moscow in this post. If you’re looking for a list of the top tourist attractions in Moscow (Red Square, the Bolshoi, the Kremlin,...
View Article12 Things That Surprised Me About Moscow, Russia (As an American)
I know I’ve said this a million times, but Russia is an absolutely amazing country to visit. If you ever have the opportunity to see it, DO NOT hesitate. Living in Moscow for a little over a year has...
View Article20 of the Best Restaurants in Moscow, Russia by a Local
Moscow has many wonderful and unique dining options. And fortunately, many of the best restaurants in Moscow are not too far from the Kremlin, Bolshoi Theatre or St. Basil’s Cathedral. All of the...
View ArticlePeterhof Palace & Gardens – Tips for Planning the Best Day Trip from St....
The Peterhof Palace and Gardens are nicknamed the “Russian Versailles” thanks to its more than 140 dazzling fountains. It’s absolutely astonishing to see and a must-visit if you are traveling to St....
View Article17 Incredible Things to Do in St. Petersburg, Russia
St. Petersburg, Russia is an amazing city that is making its way onto many travelers’ bucket lists – and rightfully so! There are so many incredible things to do in St. Petersburg. (Plus, the visa...
View ArticleVictory Park (Park Pobedy) in Moscow, Russia – a Guide for First-Time Visitors
Victory Park (aka Park Pobedy) in Moscow is home to 13 unique memorials, more than 300 pieces of weaponry, the largest flower clock in the world, 13 restaurants, a synagogue, a mosque, and an Orthodox...
View ArticleTips for Visiting the Moscow Zoo + Photos of the Animals
The Moscow Zoo is home to more than 8,000 animals and nearly 1,000 different species. This zoo is also one of the oldest zoos in the world, as it opened way back in 1864. Visiting the Moscow Zoo is a...
View Article30+ Best Things to Do in Moscow, Russia by a Resident of Moscow
As someone who has had the pleasure of living in Moscow, Russia, I’m finally writing my list of the top things to do in this incredible city. From visiting gorgeous onion-domed cathedrals to exploring...
View ArticleHow to Get a Russian Tourist Visa as an American
As far as tourist visa applications go, the visa application that Americans need to fill out in order to visit Russia is the most complicated one I have ever done! It is 100% worth the headache and...
View ArticleInside the Real Metropol Hotel from “A Gentleman in Moscow”—Following in the...
“A Gentleman in Moscow” by Amor Towles is a must-read novel, recommended by even the likes of Bill Gates, and it is now also a TV series. You don’t have to be interested in Moscow either to be charmed...
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