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 time to do, though. Russia is an absolutely amazing country to visit! I have been meaning to put…
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 secret underground nuclear bunkers to sweating it out at a Russian “banya” and more… this list has a little something for…
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 lovely way to spend a day in the heart of Moscow, Russia! This post will…
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 chapel. It’s quite an interesting mix worth seeing if your schedule allows. This post will give a brief background on…
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 process is getting much easier for many foreign visitors.) With opulent palaces and cathedrals to curious museums and delicious restaurants…
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. Petersburg, Russia! However, as is the theme with most tourist attractions in Moscow and St. Petersburg – it can be rather confusing and…
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 restaurants on this list will also be able to accommodate an English-speaker. While the English spoken may not be perfect – the…
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 been one of the most surprisingly fantastic experiences of my life. I know there are many…
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, yada, yada) – this isn’t the list for you! (But if that’s the list you’re looking for, I…
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 snowfall, St. Petersburg is an especially magical destination to visit during winter. I can’t recommend visiting Russia…
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 Moscow, Russia during the winter is SO worth being a little cold to experience. Besides, when you think…
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. However, this shouldn’t discourage you from visiting! Russia is even more beautiful in winter, in…
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 history! (Plus, there are inexpensive vodka tastings here…need I say more?) If you’re debating adding Moscow’s Vodka Museum…
After living in Russia for more than a year, my husband and I have accumulated quite a collection of Russian souvenirs! Most of these were bought right at Izmailovsky Market in Moscow, too. The majority of the souvenirs on this list will easily fit in your luggage as well. We didn’t ship anything back to…