Moscow's Top HotelsThe best hotels in Moscow for 2010 travel season. Expert review and ranking.
Discovering RussiaOn my 19th Birthday, as I began my Sophomore year as a Pre-Med student, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik; and the ‘Cold War’ intensity went up a notch...
Outstanding Ethnic Food in MoscowAs soon as we went in and walked up a short flight of steps, it was as if we had entered another world. In the restaurant, everything was laid out like an oriental village square...
Top places in Moscow for the young crowdMoscow is called the party capital of Europe. It is of the best cities in the world if you are looking for superb restaurants, vibrant nightlife and parties "like there is no tomorrow."
Yelabuga a Town Worth VisitingIn Russia there is very often a sense that tourism is not something which is held in very high esteem but in Yelabuga, one of the principal towns of Tatarstan, close to the River Volga, you have a real sense of what is possible here.
Escape from the cityThe first week in July was the first week it was really hot here in Kazan and I couldn’t help but notice that the streets seemed quieter than usual and in the morning the traffic out of town was similar to that of a typical late afternoon.
A Brush With BureaucracyWhen you arrive at the airport, it’s always a slightly stressful moment when you stand front of the passport control official who sternly inspects your papers.
Traveling by Rail in Russia: train Moscow St PetersburgRussia is a vast country and major cities are well spread out with large tracts of countryside or forest in between them. Flights are expensive and roads can be slow and sometimes uncomfortable. For most Russians faced with a long journey there is only one choice: the train.
A Piece of Italy in Kazan“How intoxicating, how wonderful is a summer’s day in Russia. How languishingly hot are the hours.” Are the opening lines of Sorochinsky Fair by Gogol written in the 1830’s and little has changed since then.
Arriving in RussiaMy first visit to Russia was special. I didn't visit St Petersburg
or Moscow; not even the beautiful lake Baikal. No, my first taste
of Russia was the lesser-known city of Kazan sitting at the east of
Europe in Tatarstan where the river Kazanka joins the mighty
Volga.
SiberiaEveryone has heard about Siberia. Siberia is more than what you have seen in Doctor Zhivago. Much more...
SochiSochi - Russia's Miami and Aspen...combined.
Russian SouvenirsRussia is a country rich in crafts and craftsmen whose wonderful creations have been an integral part of Russian culture for centuries. Learn about what souvenirs you should look for when visiting Russia.
Five Reasons Why You Should Visit RussiaRussia is one of the most extraordinary countries in the world, with an almost matchless depth of cultural and historical riches, and landscapes that have inspired artists and poets for generations. Five reasons why Russia should be on the top of your list of dream vacations.
Best ways to see Russia: tours or cruisesWhat’s a better way to visit Russia, on a tour or on a cruise? Both, land tours to Russia and Russian river cruises, have their advantages and this piece aims to help you decide which is better for you.
Moscow airports: what to expectIf you are planning to fly to of from Moscow there are some things you should know about its airports. This piece explains what to do and what and to do in Moscow airports to save your money, time and nerves.
Visas to Russia and to AmericaSo you become interested in one of tours to Russia and decide to go. Guess what? You will need a tourist visa. How difficult is it to get one? It is not too difficult, especially considering that Travel All Russia helps you in the process so your plans for travel to Russia are realized. This story is about getting Russian visas compared to getting a visa to come to America.
Best time to go to RussiaWant to travel to Russia but not sure where to start? Travel to Russia is a little more complicated than going to Dominican Republic or France: 1) Russia is far away; 2) Russia is cold; 3) you will need a visa to travel to Russia. You should be very strategic when planning a trip to Russia. Learn more which factors you should keep in mind when planning your travel to Russia...
Going to the Golden Ring of RussiaNo, I've never been to Russia, and I do not speak Russian. I grow up in an English-only household (with the exception of an occasional foreign expletive). I first became a Russoplile about the same time I decided to be "R.J" on my by-line: when I read Dostoevsky's "Crime and Punishment" at the age of 19. Since then I've read most of the great Russian novels (in English Translation) as well as numerous historical works. I've worked as a journalist and a technical writer, and spent many years as a software engineer, retiring a few years ago. I've traveled a lot over the years -- all of the lower 48, Mexico, Western Europe, Australia, New Zealand, British Isles, Canada...
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