Category: Russia

The world’s greatest railway journey

The world’s greatest railway journey

By on Jun 17, 2013 in Eastern Europe, Europe, Rail Travel, Regions, Russia, Speciality Travel   - Read 1245 times

The main attraction of any railway journey is the gradual, graceful change in scenery as you move through different timezones and climates. Travelling on board the incredible Golden Eagle Private Train along the Trans-Siberian Railway you will pass through eight distinct time zones, and travel over 6,000 miles – one third of the way around [...]

Top 10 European Summer events for private jet travellers

Top 10 European Summer events for private jet travellers

By on May 28, 2013 in Air Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Events, France, Germany, Italy, Leisure Travel, Poland, Regions, Russia, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Western Europe   - Read 2652 times

Summer 2013 is set to showcase an exciting blend of sport, arts and music events all across Europe. From Grand Prix, to Art Basel and the Venice Film Festival, there is something for everyone. Here are some of the most exciting events taking place this summer – and how to get there by private jet. Sport [...]

Discover St Petersburg’s new 19 billion ruble theatre

Discover St Petersburg’s new 19 billion ruble theatre

By on May 23, 2013 in Attractions, Eastern Europe, Europe, Events, Going Out, Regions, Russia, Travel Miscellany   - Read 1610 times

Opera and theatre lovers throughout the world are rejoicing as the amazing 19 billion ruble Mariinsky II theatre (one of the most expensive cultural projects ever built) has finally opened its doors, after years of problems and delays with its financing and construction. Boasting a huge auditorium with a capacity of 2,000, the new theatre [...]

The wealthiest cities in the world

The wealthiest cities in the world

By on May 15, 2013 in Asia, China, Eastern Europe, Europe, Featured, Japan, Mexico, Middle East, New York, North America, Regions, Russia, Singapore, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide   - Read 9806 times

According to WealthInsight’s World City Millionaire Rankings Report 2013, Tokyo is home to more millionaires than any other city in the world, followed by New York and London. But interestingly, a different pattern emerges if you look at the cities with the most multi-millionaires or billionaires. Dubai, often associated with extreme wealth and opulence, only [...]

The world’s most dangerous road bridge?

The world’s most dangerous road bridge?

By on Apr 30, 2013 in Adventure Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, Regions, Road Travel, Russia, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Videos   - Read 3658 times

Some of you may remember last year’s post titled “The world’s most dangerous bridge?” It showed a foot bridge in Northern Pakistan that required nerves of steel if you were to cross it. Today, completely by chance, I came across an equally dramatic road bridge in Siberia which looks to be quite a novel experience, [...]

5 of the best luxury cocktail bars in Moscow

5 of the best luxury cocktail bars in Moscow

By on Apr 29, 2013 in Bars, Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, Regions, Russia   - Read 2846 times

With a national drink like vodka, Russia is certainly well-known for its alcohol, however it is often overlooked as a chic going-out destination. Moscow has hundreds of bars throughout the city – some stylish, some not. We have put together this list to introduce you to just a handful of establishments on the luxurious end [...]

Man visits all 201 countries without using a plane

Man visits all 201 countries without using a plane

By on Feb 25, 2013 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Cape Verde, Congo, Eastern Europe, Europe, Gabon, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Russia, South Korea, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Websites, Worldwide   - Read 4389 times

Visiting all 201 countries in the world is a feat in itself that few people ever achieve. British man Graham Hughes, though, has taken that challenge to a new level. He’s visited every country in the world in just 1,426 days, covering 160,000 miles in the process – and incredibly, he’s done it all without [...]

5 of the best luxury dining options in St. Petersburg

5 of the best luxury dining options in St. Petersburg

By on Feb 24, 2013 in Eastern Europe, Europe, Food and Drink, Going Out, Restaurants, Russia, Travel Miscellany   - Read 4232 times

St. Petersburg is home to a vibrant gastronomic scene, with top-notch cuisine from all over the world available if you look hard enough. The restaurants featured in this list may not be considered affordable, but if you find yourself in St. Petersburg and are looking for a truly special meal you will not be disappointed [...]

Top 10 life-changing travel experiences

Top 10 life-changing travel experiences

By on Feb 22, 2013 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Central America, Eastern Europe, Europe, Featured, Guatemala, India, Kenya, Myanmar, Nepal, Norway, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Regions, Russia, Rwanda, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Western Europe   - Read 14567 times

Sick of the humdrum tourist destinations? Online travel agency ZUJI.com.au has searched the globe to come up with a list of the top 10 life-changing travel experiences, guaranteed to give you a new appreciation for planet Earth (and bragging rights).  So, without further ado, here’s the list: Admire the Mayan ruins of Tikal, Guatemala Once [...]

5 of the most stunning buildings in Moscow

5 of the most stunning buildings in Moscow

By on Feb 06, 2013 in Attractions, Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, Regions, Russia   - Read 6113 times

Moscow has a rich, varied, and sometimes very heated history. Walking around the streets of this incredible city, you can really marvel at the incredible buildings that go with hundreds of years of religious and political turmoil. Trying to compile a list of just 5 of these is extremely hard work, but if you just [...]

The top 3 post-Christmas cruise destinations

The top 3 post-Christmas cruise destinations

By on Jan 22, 2013 in Belgium, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Italy, Monaco, Russia, Speciality Travel, Western Europe   - Read 3233 times

If you’re feeling a bit flat after the Christmas and New Year festivities, then why not cheer yourself up by booking an exciting cruise holiday. This type of holiday is an affordable yet luxurious way to escape the dark cold days of the UK winter, relax and unwind while you explore new parts of the [...]

3 great sporting events not to miss in Europe in 2013

3 great sporting events not to miss in Europe in 2013

By on Dec 28, 2012 in Accommodation, Europe, Events, Featured, France, Hotels, Monaco, Regions, Russia, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe   - Read 6708 times

2012 saw some great sporting events in Europe – most notably the UEFA Euro 2012 in Poland and Ukraine, and – of course – the London 2012 Olympics. And 2013 will also be a great year for catching some unique sporting events across the continent. The Six Nations Championship is looming, and the Rugby League [...]

5 of the world’s craziest road junctions

5 of the world’s craziest road junctions

By on Nov 13, 2012 in Eastern Europe, Europe, India, Japan, Regions, Road Travel, Russia, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Videos, Vietnam   - Read 2338 times

Are you one of these people who gets a little nervous at the prospect of driving a car when you travel overseas?  If so, then look away now. We’ve scoured YouTube to bring you footage from some of the worst junctions around the world. If you know of any that are worse, then please let [...]

The top 3 luxury excursions in Moscow

The top 3 luxury excursions in Moscow

By on Nov 09, 2012 in Attractions, Eastern Europe, Europe, Going Out, Regions, Russia   - Read 4199 times

The typical image conjured when ‘Russia’ is mentioned is most likely not that of luxury and comfort, but why so? Let’s face it – the Russians know how to do luxury properly, with one of the most decadent histories, with Tsars, summer palaces, and the largest collection of Fabergé eggs in the world; it would [...]

Top 10 places you won’t find on Google Maps

Top 10 places you won’t find on Google Maps

By on Oct 28, 2012 in Alaska, Asia, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Germany, Japan, Kuwait, Middle East, Netherlands, New York, North America, North Korea, Portugal, Regions, Russia, Travel Miscellany, USA, Videos, Western Europe, Worldwide   - Read 5065 times

I stumbled upon this video recently, and thought it was rather interesting, so am sharing it here even though there’s no obvious luxury angle. Since even Nevada’s much-talked about Area 51 can be found on Google Maps (though admittedly, much of the operations there probably take place underground), it’s interesting to see what places are hidden. [...]

5 of the world’s creepiest places to visit

5 of the world’s creepiest places to visit

By on Sep 11, 2012 in Asia, Belgium, China, Eastern Europe, Europe, Japan, Mexico, North America, Regions, Russia, Western Europe   - Read 5628 times

It would be a platitude to say that tourist courtiers usually try to attract tourists and travelers by loud titles like “The best restaurant”, “The most expensive hotel”, “The best polar lights”, etc. Well, I’ve been to the best restaurant of Berlin and the best restaurant of Madrid, and I can’t tell for sure which one is better. [...]

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