Russia Articles, Travel Tips & Advice

From Imperial St Petersburg to Soviet Moscow


My decision to visit Russia was made in the Gellert baths in Budapest during the summer of 2006. The whole trip to Hungary that year had been borne out of my desire to see more of Eastern Europe, a quest which had begun with a short stay in Cracow, Poland, to celebrate my birthday the [...]

Russian Adventure? It’s all in the planning.


Visiting Russia may not be as straightforward as many other European countries, but once there you will find it offers a wealth of rich, diverse cultural and social dimensions.
Planning ahead is required, as you’ll need to apply for your visa at least three months prior to your intended travel date. This is only granted [...]