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The paperwork involved with organising an independent trip to Russia can appear daunting. Find out how to make the system of hotel invitations and visas work for you.

Russia is one of the most beautiful countries to visit, and Russians love tourists. With huge cities and quaint towns, it's on the to-go list of many world travelers.

Russia's offerings are vast, complex and varied. Whether you're interested in a historical tour of her imperial past or something more modern or even kitchy, read on!

A guide to the different types of Russian handicrafts available to travelers in the Russian Federation, From gzhel to matroshkas to khokhloma.

Wherever people travel, they are bound to experience culture shock. Russian culture shock is particularly difficult for some people. Here's how to deal with it.

Russian superstitions differ widely from those found in the west, and a good knowledge of them is helpful when traveling to Russia or other Former Soviet Republics.

New Samara Air Arabia flights to Sharjah and Ural Airlines to Dubai provide faster access for Russia travel and Central Europeans looking for southern winter sun beaches.

Samara, home of the Ilyushin and Russia's aerospace industry, is the sixth city of the Russian Federation. Its Volga View waterfront is one of many pleasant surprises.

In order to get to know the local culture, first you have to get to know a local or two. Here are some practical tips on how to behave yourself in the Russian Federation

There's no doubt about it: Russia is an expensive place to visit. There are, however, a few things that travelers can do to find cheap flights to Russia.

A short train ride from Moscow, Russia, Sergiyev Posad is a UN World Heritage Site and part of Moscow's famed Golden Ring, famous for its ancient cathedrals.

There are a wide range of holidays in the Russian Federation, official and unofficial. Here's a guide to public holidays and how they are traditionally celebrated.

One of the best things to do before traveling to a country as complicated as Russia is to read up on its history and culture. Here are some books to get you started.

To see the total eclipse you'll need to be standing in a narrow swathe called The Path of Totality as the moon's shadow sweeps over, obscuring the Sun.

There's more to Russia than just Russians! The Russian Federation is a fascinating quilt of cultures, from Abkhazians to Yukaghirs.

Sightseeing tours in the Russian capital sound absolutely exciting. Many foreigners are, however, concerned about their safety when visiting Russia.

While for many foreigners a train trip across Russia sounds absolutely fascinating, Russians tend to be far more skeptical about the whole thing. Why is that?

Official tourist board websites can be valuable resources when researching and planning a trip in Eastern Europe.

Taking the Trans-Siberian train across Russia is a travel dream of many. Read on to learn how to make the most of your experience.

A tour of the Green Line of the Moscow Metropolitan, focusing on the art, architecture and hostory of the most famous stations.

The Red Line of Moscow's extensive public transport network, encompassing many of the city's interesting stations, is a museum of excellent art and architecture.

Yappi Club, a new venture in Moscow, seeks to change the way city tours are done, providing tour groups and travelers to Moscow with an in-depth look into Russian culture

Astrakhan, on the delta of the Volga river, is a destination for tourists interested in wooden architecture, authentic provincial Russia, and history.

Located a short metro ride from the city center, this collection of pavilions and exhibition halls is an outdoor museum to the Soviet Union's grandeur and excess.

A short walk from 1905 street metro, Shinok does things with pork fat that you wouldn't believe, and the liver dumplings are indescribably good, if not good for you.

You might know Mostar from TV reports during the Bosnian conflict, but visiting Herzegovina's main city and crossing its symbolic bridge is better in person.

One of the most ubiquitous of Russian handicrafts, the matroshka has a history that may surprise you.

Learn everything you need to know about Russian tourist laws before you set out for a journey across Russia.

By avoiding expensive tours and buying your Trans-Siberian train tickets directly you can not only save money but truly experience Russian hospitality.

The world's most expensive city, Moscow, offers a wide array of luxuries in every aspect of tourist or business tours. Learn where to buy affordable souvenirs.

The savvy business person knows it's best to research Russian business etiquette before making the trip to Russia.

English teachers who have taught overseas may be surprised at the differences between cultures. Russian students who are learning English have special needs.

The Moscow Metro is one the busiest subway systems in the world, and features beautiful, ornate stations full of mosaics, murals, and art from classical to art deco.

Moscow is an enormous city, with varied neighborhoods and attractions. However, for the traveler who only has a weekend to spare, there are a few sites that must be seen.

Here are four excellent museums in Moscow that should not be overlooked on a visit to the Russian capitol. From Paleontology to Mayakovsky, these museums are a must-see

Take a self-guided tour of the "people's palaces"--the underground kingdom of the Moscow Metropolitan, admiring the mosaics and marble of this utopia underground

Architectural and artistic highlights, history behind some of stations on the Dark Blue Line of the Moscow Metropolitan, the transport web of the Russian capitol

Shore excursions in Moscow and Saint Petersburg allow tourists of experiencing the world-famous charm of Russia's top cities in an alternative and entertaining way.

This month’s Eastern European language poll results are in with an overwhelming majority of you voting Czech as the language you’d most like to speak!

Like every country, Russia has cultural customs that should be practiced by tourists. While many Russians give foreigners a lot of leeway, it's best to come to prepared

Learning the Russian language is not for the faint of heart. But if one makes the commitment to learning Russian, he will open himself up to a beautiful language.

To ride the Trans-Siberian across Russia is a travel dream. If it becomes a reality, exciting decisions must be made about direction and stopovers.

The Northern port-city of Saint-Petersburg in Russia offers a wide variety of scientific collections gathered in several museums across the city.

Lake Baikal is sometimes called the Blue Eye of Siberia and offers incredible natural beauty and a range of outdoor activities. Getting there can be fun too.

Peter I's lifelong efforts in creating a first class fleet enabled Russia, in part, to win the Great Northern War and earn him the title, Father of the Russian Navy.

Although the fall of the Soviet Union meant that Russia has been able to experience Western ideas, the culture and etiquette rules of the country remain unique.

While the path to getting a visa to Russia can be a lengthy one, the reward is getting to see one of the most beautiful countries on Earth.

Svaneti, an isolated region of Georgia. Natural beauty, mountain-climbing, warm hospitality, and trekking through the valleys of this UNESCO World Heritage Site

The cultural capital of Russia, the Northern port-city of Saint Petersburg, is well-known for its historical and aesthetic treasures.

Built as the fourth Winter Palace during the reign of Elizabeth and enlarged by Catherine the Great, the Winter Palace on the Neva River was the symbol of Imperial power.