Almost everyone has heard about the Altai region, but what about Khakassia, an equally inspiring region in South Siberia? The endless steppes, the cozy yurts of the nomads, the majestic mountains, and the wild nature… But to get a better picture, read our guide article first.  Contents How to get there When is the best […]

Moscow will celebrate its 878th birthday on September 13 and 14! This decree was signed by Mayor Sergei Sobyanin.  The celebrations will take place in the historical center, parks, and public spaces of the city. The program will be approved in the near future.  Last year, the 877th anniversary was celebrated on September 7 and

Remember: beaches and water from Gelendzhik to the border with Abkhazia, as well as from Taman to the Rostov region, comply with sanitary standards. However, a total of 150 beaches remain closed in Anapa and the Temryuk District. The permissible concentration of harmful substances in the soil and water is exceeded there. Air and drinking

Do you dream of spending your vacation on a sun lounger with the sound of the waves? Choose hotels on the first line, which often have their own beaches, the sea within walking distance, and free sun loungers. We have collected 13 such options with excellent ratings.  Contents Atmosphere Saloon Western Dacha Hotel Complex Rony

The event will take place from July 11 to 13, 2025. The program of the spiritual and educational project “Dostoevsky Days in Optina Pustyn” includes various discussions, concerts, theatrical performances, film screenings, and literary readings. Guests will be offered tours of the monastery and visits to the Museum of the Optina Elders. In the village

Starting from July 1, 2025, Aeroflot has introduced a new booking service for large families with five or more children.  Now, when traveling with parents, a single booking will be available, and children under the age of 12 will receive discounts: 50% for domestic flights and up to 15% for international flights.  Adults will be

The last thing you want to do when planning a vacation is to deal with paperwork: filling out forms, getting bank statements, and printing vouchers. The good news is that Russians can travel to dozens of countries without a visa. Here are some suggestions for resorts to consider.  Contents Azerbaijan Kazakhstan Kyrgyzstan Vietnam Thailand Maldives

Attention, train lovers, this is something you can’t miss! It’s a trip on the tourist train No. 921/922 “Baikal Express.” It will run from July to August 2025 and make seven trips along the Circum-Baikal Railway.  For the first time, the train will include an 80-seat retro-style observation car equipped with comfortable heated seats and

Are you staying in Moscow this summer? You can have a great vacation right at home, just like on the sea! Together with our friends from the I’m Going app*, we’ve collected ideas for a complete reboot in the Moscow region. You can explore them in the “Urgent Vacation” route, which features top-rated hotels for