Let’s cut to the chase: Japan’s cherry blossom season is a certified bucket list vacation. Instagrams love it, poets wax lyrical, and even your grandma considers buying a kimono. But—hear me out—Spring in Russia absolutely smashes the flower game. Not convinced? Sit back, refill your tea (or vodka—no judgement), and 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…
Picture this: It’s 2:00 a.m., you’re on a dreamy midnight stroll along the Neva River, and the sun is… still peeking at you like a nosy neighbor. Nope, you haven’t time-traveled, nor have you found a broken streetlamp. Welcome to Russia’s legendary White Nights, where darkness calls in sick and St. 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…
Ever wondered if Narnia is a real place and if the wardrobe just…opens to Russia? Oh, my friend, bring a mug of hot chocolate (or vodka, if you’re feeling brave), because I’m about to spill the beans on the secret season when Mother Russia doesn’t just look like a fairy Read more…
You know that feeling when you wake up at 4:30 AM on vacation and don’t even curse once? Yeah, me neither—until I saw the sun rise over Lake Baikal, a place I now lovingly refer to as “The Chill That Stole My Sleep But Healed My Soul.” 🌅❄️ Welcome, fellow Read more…
Let’s get one thing straight: if your Russian food experience starts and ends with borscht and vodka, we need to have a little chat. Russia is a wild, flavor-packed wonderland of culinary surprises – like a nesting doll, every layer reveals something tastier (and weirder) than the last. From Siberian Read more…
Let’s be honest—most of us start our mornings like slightly confused penguins in pajamas, shuffling toward the kitchen in search of caffeine and meaning. But what if I told you there’s a breakfast ritual out there that might just change your whole vibe? Welcome to Russia, my wanderlust-filled friend. The Read more…
Let’s get one thing out of the way — Russia isn’t just vodka, bears, and icy stares. Nope. It’s also a steaming bowl of… mystery mush that locals swear by and tourists tactfully dodge. Intrigued? Good. Strap in, wanderlust warrior. We’re diving fork-first into the strange, soul-warming world of Kasha Read more…
You know those places that sneak up on your soul, punch you right in the feels, and then somehow leave you smiling through tears? Yeah. That’s exactly what happened to me in Russia’s most emotionally powerful museum — and I wasn’t ready for it. Welcome to the Museum of the Read more…