A nation as large, varied and complex as Russia can be visited in many different ways: from visits to the two main capitals, Moscow or St. Petersburg, excursions to more rural areas such as the cities of the Golden Ring or Veliky Novgorod or doing …
Holidays and celebrations in Russia in 2024 (and important days)
In this article, I'll review the holidays and main celebrations that take place in Russia annually. While religious holidays have to do with the Orthodox Church, many of the non-religious holidays commemorate victories or military events. There are …
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How to go from Pulkovo Airport to St. Petersburg
Pulkovo Airport is located about 23 kilometers south of St. Petersburg. In this post I will explain the different ways to get from Pulkovo airport to St Petersburg either the city center or outside, by public transport or taxi.About Pulkovo …
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How to book a taxi in Moscow, Saint Petersburg, or in other Russian cities
Taxi service is a bit different in Russia, given the large number of “pirate” taxi drivers that exist in the country. In this post I explain how to catch a taxi in large Russian cities like Moscow or Saint Petersburg and provide recommendations on …
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How do I get the invitation to Russia if I’m staying with Airbnb?
If you have booked or are booking your accommodation in Russia through Airbnb (or similar apartment rental platforms) and you need an invitation letter to process your visa to Russia, there are different authorized Russian tour operators that will …
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