Let’s be honest: the usual suspects of fall foliage get way too much hype. Yes, Vermont, you’re cute. Japan, you’re stunning. But have you ever seen Russia undress for autumn? Neither had I… until I found myself ankle-deep in a pile of golden leaves somewhere east of Moscow, carving my Read more…
Buckle up your (faux) fur hat and let’s have some real talk: If you’ve ever found yourself shivering in a chilly wind and thought, “Wow, this is cold…”—babushka, you know nothing about winter until you’ve tangled with Russian frost. Russia doesn’t just do winter—Russia is winter’s boss battle, final level, Read more…
If you’ve ever dreamt of sunbathing at midnight or finally unlocking the secret to staying up all night without even realizing it, hang onto your ushanka—because Russia’s White Nights are that one bucket list vacation where sleep is totally overrated and wanderlust is practically mandatory. The Curious Case of Never-Ending Read more…
Ever dreamt of wandering the cobblestoned streets of Moscow, only to be photobombed by a sea of selfie sticks? Or walking into St. Petersburg’s Hermitage, only to discover you’re sharing the Mona Lisa’s long-lost cousin with half of Europe? Oh, Russia – you beautiful, overwhelming, bucket list vacation heartbreaker! But Read more…
Let me guess: you wanted the perfect bucket list vacation, the kind where you post miraculously sunlit Instagrams, eat mysterious baked goods, and return home so cultured that even your coffee tastes like adventure. But now someone’s whispered, “Isn’t Russia only magical in winter?” and you’re spiraling down a rabbit Read more…
Ever wonder when is the best time to catch Russia in full storybook mode? No, it’s not during vodka happy hour (although, 10/10 would recommend). It’s that clandestine, snow-dusted chapter of the year when Russia swaps its seriousness for magical vibes, sparkle, and just a touch of chaos on the Read more…
Let’s be real—if you haven’t dreamed of sitting by a train window, cheek pressed against cool glass, watching a million pine trees whiz past while snapping flawless photos for your bucket list vacations album… are you even a “wanderlust spot” enthusiast? Grab your camera, your best train snacks, and your Read more…
If you think “Russia in summer” means swapping your scarf for a sunhat and dodging babushkas wielding ice cream cones, you’re partially right. But trust me, comrade traveler—visiting Russia in the sunny, warm months might just be the best travel decision you’ll ever make. Or is it? Let’s unravel this Read more…
Let’s get one thing straight: if you think a Russian winter is just a six-month audition for the next season of “Survivor: Subzero Edition,” you, my globe-trotting friend, are in for a frosty surprise (and maybe your best bucket list vacation yet). I traveled to Russia in the winter—twice. The Read more…
Let me guess—you’re standing in front of St. Basil’s Cathedral, camera in one hand, confidence in the other, and thinking, “This is going straight to Instagram!” But hold up, товарищ (that’s Russian for ‘buddy’), before you click that shutter, let’s make sure you’re not committing one of the 7 deadly Read more…