Last Updated on December 12, 2023 by Irena Domingo Long-distance buses continue to be a means of transport widely used in Russia for trips between cities, as they offer routes and schedules that trains often don’t cover. In this article, I will explain in which cases it is convenient to travel by bus in Russia and how you can buy tickets online in advance. IMPORTANT: Due to international… Source ..read more

Last Updated on December 12, 2023 by Irena Domingo In this article, I will explain you the services offered by Russian train stations, such as baggage storage, free Wi-Fi, services for people with disabilities, ATMs, shops or the VIP lounge. IMPORTANT: due to international sanctions it is currently not possible to buy train tickets with foreign cards on the website of the state-owned… Source ..read more

Last Updated on December 12, 2023 by Irena Domingo A frequent question is which would be the best way to travel between Moscow and St. Petersburg. There are basically three options: take a direct plane that will take 1 hour and a half, take a daytime TGV (Sapsan) that takes about 4 hours or you can take a night train such as the Red Arrow that makes the journey in about 8 -9 hours. Source ..read more

Last Updated on December 5, 2023 by Irena Domingo If you are planning a trip to Russia, you will surely be wondering when the best time to go is. And not only that, but also which clothes to wear. In this article I will try to clear all your doubts. Russia is the largest country in the world, and its geographical extension covers polar areas in the north to subtropical areas in… Source ..read more

Last Updated on December 4, 2023 by Irena Domingo The Hermitage of St. Petersburg is one of the largest museums in the world. In order to plan your visit, it is convenient to take into account some practical elements, as well as organize a good itinerary, depending on the time you have available. If you travel to St. Petersburg, even if it is only for one day… Source ..read more

Last Updated on December 4, 2023 by Irena Domingo A nation as large, varied and complex as Russia can be visited in many different ways: from visits to the two main capitals, Moscow or St. Petersburg, excursions to more rural areas such as the cities of the Golden Ring or Veliky Novgorod or doing the Trans-Siberian route by train. In this post I will explain you the main available options when… Source ..read more

Last Updated on December 3, 2023 by Irena Domingo In Moscow you can find a variety of restaurants of typical Russian cuisine, from Russian fast food and buffets (such as Teremok, Kroshka Kartoshka, or Mu Mu) to Russian haute cuisine end restaurants (such as Cafe Pushkin). I would add the cuisine of former Soviet republics such as the Georgian, Uzbek and Ukrainian gastronomy, just to name a few. Source ..read more

Last Updated on December 1, 2023 by Irena Domingo Pulkovo Airport is located about 23 kilometers south of St. Petersburg. In this post I will explain the different ways to get from Pulkovo airport to St Petersburg either the city center or outside, by public transport or taxi. The Pulkovo airport at St. Petersburg is the third busiest in Russia after Domodedovo and… Source ..read more

Last Updated on November 24, 2023 by Irena Domingo Registration is the process by which the Russian authorities are informed of the place where a foreign citizen will be staying. In the case that you are a tourist or traveling to Russia for business or studies, you don’t need to worry because you don’t have to address any organization to notify your registration or waste your time. Source ..read more

Last Updated on November 20, 2023 by Irena Domingo In this installment I will explain the different options for going from any of the international airports in Moscow (Domodedovo, Sheremetyevo and Vnukovo) to the center of the city or the Red Square. Whether taxi, train, or bus, each option has advantages and disadvantages. In whichever case, I will explain how you can prepare in advance and how... Source ..read more