Hey, fellow wanderlusters! đź‘‹ Picture this: You’re in Russia, it’s midnight, but the sun’s refusing to call it a day. No, you’re not hallucinating from too much borscht—welcome to the legendary White Nights! If you thought Russia was just about FabergĂ© eggs, vodka, and occasionally losing your passport on the Read more…
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…
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…
Alright, fellow wanderlusters, let me spill the borscht (aka Russian tea): When it comes to autumn colors, Russia’s been hiding a Picasso in plain sight! While you were busy crushing pumpkin spice lattes, the world’s biggest country transforms into a jaw-dropping canvas of golds, reds, and oranges. Forget everything you Read more…
Or: How I Accidentally Fell in Love with Russian Mud and Never Looked Back Picture this: You’re staring dreamily at pink cherry blossoms in Japan, camera poised, only to realize… so is literally everyone else in the country. Suddenly, there’s an elbow in your shot, a rogue selfie stick, and Read more…
If you’ve ever wondered how Russians survive winter—no, not by morphing into yetis or growing an extra layer of fur—you’re in the right place! Welcome to the frosty frontiers where icicles hang like modern art, babushkas reign supreme, and each snowflake has a personality of its own. So grab your 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…