Travel guide to Moscow in 2026: Everything you must know before you go

Panoramic view of the Kremlin and Saint Basil’s Cathedral from Zaryadye Park in central Moscow, Russia

Thinking about how to travel to Moscow in 2026? Whether it’s your first time in Russia or you’re a seasoned traveler like me, this first-hand travel guide to Moscow will…

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Is Russia safe to visit in 2026?

My blog is dedicated to travelling in Russia and I’m promoting parts of the country through detailed travel guides and pictures. However, not so many people are aware of the…

The Gates of Minsk, two symmetrical Stalinist towers near Minsk railway station, Belarus.

Belarus travel guide 2026: visas, safety, borders, costs & best places to visit

Traveling to Belarus in 2026 isn’t as straightforward as booking a ticket to Paris or Rome, and that’s precisely why it’s one of the most intriguing destinations in Eastern Europe…

Terespol - Brest border checkpoint

Crossing the Poland-Belarus border via Terespol/Brest

The Poland – Belarus land border is one of the few direct ways to reach Minsk from Europe. But in 2026, the situation has changed: since the suspension of international…

Defenders Monument (2014–2023) in front of the Donetsk Government House in the city centre.

How to travel to Donetsk (Donbass) in 2026: visa, safety & transport tips

I traveled* to Donetsk in October 2025, a city we constantly hear about in Western news without actually knowing what it looks like today. As the capital of Donbass, Donetsk…

Interior of a Russian train restaurant car with red seats and menu on table, Trans-Siberian Railway

What to expect in Russian train restaurants: Food, menu & prices on the Trans-Siberian

When you spend several days on a Russian train, it’s impossible not to try the restaurant car. Between the steaming tea served in a podstakannik (metal glass holder), a hot…

Assumption Cathedral in Smolensk Russia, pastel blue Orthodox church with golden domes and city view

Exploring Smolensk in 24 hours: My stop between Minsk and Moscow

For years, Smolensk lingered in the back of my mind. As a French tourist who loves history, I dreamed of walking through this fortress city so tied to Napoleon’s 1812…

solo female traveler visiting Russian Orthodox church in Moscow wearing modest clothing, travel tips for women in Russia

6 insider tips for solo female travelers in Russia

Traveling solo in Russia as a woman is an adventure like no other. After more than a decade of traveling here regularly, I’ve gathered insider tips that go beyond the…