Daily Archives: May 31, 2018

The countless concerts, plays, and art shows on view in Russia’s cultural capital should keep you busy on the days between matches.

The beauty of the Leningrad region goes far beyond the streets of St. Petersburg. Discover the fascinating and unique towns that surround the northern capital.

“I realized I had to stay here in Russia and make it a better place.”

Beset by problems, it has overcome all obstacles to welcome you at the World Cup.

Discover where you’ll be witnessing those unforgettable goals.

Russia’s booming and vibrant capital leaves no visitor indifferent. It’s hard not to fall completely in love with its gritty charm.

Get to know the journalism professor who moved to St. Petersburg and never looked back.

5 of Moscow’s best bars to watch a match, have a drink and make new friends.

Have a day to spare during your trip and feel like exploring further afield? There’s plenty of beauty and adventure to be found outside the big city — and it’s closer than you might think.

Moscow has over 300 museums exhibiting everything from masterpieces of art to match boxes, but if you only have a few days, the Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts and the Tretyakov Galleries — Old and New — are the two you have to see.

Check out our favorite places to eat in town.

If you are in Moscow for your first — and perhaps only — time, head to the city center and see where it all began and still flourishes: the Kremlin and Red Square.

Scrumptious international dishes for every taste.

This classic recipe includes northern Russia’s premier players: sour cream, herring, and new potatoes, the jewels of the short northern growing season.

Moscow museums celebrate football with exhibitions that combine the joys of athletics and the wonder of artistic creation.

Find the perfect spot to get your football fix. Whether you are looking for big screens, a pleasant vibe, good music, or a vast selection of beers, St. Petersburg has a lot to offer for every taste.

Craving something further off the beaten track? Here are some hidden treasures that only the locals know about.

How can a murder be a provocation? Oh, easy, if it’s being discussed in Russian.

St. Petersburg’s “cultural capital of Russia” moniker is well-earned. A lifetime isn’t enough to discover all the cultural gems on offer, but here are a few you have to see.

As you plan to fuse your cultural and sports itineraries in St. Petersburg, here are 11 tips to get you started.

St. Petersburg’s “cultural capital of Russia” moniker is well-earned. A lifetime isn’t enough to discover all the cultural gems on offer, but here are a few you have to see.

Russian energy major Rosneft is challenging domestic rival Gazprom.

No matter what kind of music you like — Russian Rock, American indie, classical, or jazz — this summer you can enjoy the city’s endless summer nights to the beat of your favorite genre.

This former capital is abundant with kitschy memorabilia of its former glory, beautiful porcelain worthy of a tsar and trendy fashion items.

9 tips to smooth your way through the bustling metropolis.

St. Petersburg locals are fiercely proud of the city and it’s easy to see why. Known as the ‘Venice of the North’, it is brimming with history and culture.

Sochi has long been the domestic holiday spot of choice for Russians, and with its breathtaking scenery you’ll soon see why.

Find the greatest variety and quality of traditional Russian handcrafts and knickknacks in Russia’s historical center.

The best gifts to bring home from Sochi.

What’s on offer in Sochi for your artistic side.

See what all the olympic fuss was about.

A local view of Sochi.

Don’t miss stalin’s holiday villa in sochi, whose star began to rise back in soviet times.

Find shade in one of Sochi’s many gardens.

Kazan hosts one of Russia’s oldest universities

Kazan is party central

Kazan is one of Russia’s most vibrant and multicultural cities

Gifts to get in Kazan

Don’t miss these sightseeing hotspots!

Looking for the hottest events in the city? Here are our picks.

Everything you need to know to enjoy Tatarstan’s capital

Looking for the best places to eat in town? Check out our favorites.

Keep your eye out for these gems

Draft beer, craft beer, any beer – pubs for football lovers.

At 27, Natalia Fishman is one of the best-known names in Kazan

An impressive arena in Russia’s sporting capital

Tatarstan’s culture has always been at the crossroads of civilizations.

We’ve got the perfect spots for you.

5 festivals you should check out if you’re planning to stay in Moscow a little longer and explore the city further.

TSUM Department Store, located in the heart of Moscow next to the Bolshoi Theatre, is the only high-end department store in Russia that meets luxury shopping standards.

Dissecting the theater’s success

Tips to prepare for your time in Yekaterinburg

The many things to bring back home

The execution of the Russian imperial family

A look inside the majestic halls of Yeltsin Center

Yekaterinburg: Russia’s Capital of Craft

Looking for somewhere to watch the match while you’re in the city?

Here are some hidden treasures that only the locals know about.

How a Perm Native Fell in Love With Yekaterinburg

The many artistic exhibitions the city has to offer