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A detailed review of what it's like to fly Etihad business class on their 787-9 from Moscow to Abu Dhabi. Dated, and poor service...

A detailed review of the delightful Malevich Lounge in Moscow. Probably the best business class lounge in Europe...

Can you bring a vape to Russia? The answer is yes, and here is what you need to know...

A detailed review of the underwhelming Grand Hotel De Paris in Moscow. Not bad, just extremely expensive for the price...

During my last day in Moscow, I explored Patriarch's Pond+Soho* in Moscow. This is a must-do in the city!

A detailed review of what it's like to fly the Aeroflot A350 in Business Class in 2025. This is the best business class in the world...

A detailed review of the confusing business class lounge at Krasnojarsk airport. Nice place to grab a beer before a flight, with apron views

I spent a day and night exploring the second-largest city in Siberia: Krasnojarsk. What a beautiful place during the summer.

A detailed review of what it is like to stay at the Ibis in Krasnojarsk. Honestly, I was quite impressed by this hotel...

Ugh: I love Aeroflot. A detailed review of what it is like to fly economy on their A321 from Moscow to Kransojarsk. Amazing!

A detailed review of what it is like to fly Aeroflot economy on their A320 from Kazan to Moscow in 2025. Efficient and decent legroom.

Exploring Kazan as an American was nothing short of extraordinary. The mosque is the most beautiful in the world, by far...

A detailed review of the luxurious Kravt airport hotel outside of Kazan. Not a bad spot to observe a YAK 42!

A detailed review of what it is like to fly from Moscow to Kazan on the Aeroflot A321 in economy. Exceptional for the price

What it is like to visit the floating bridge in Moscow for sunrise. One of the most magical and peaceful experiences on my trip.

A detailed review of what it is like to ride the Grand Express Train in business class from St Petersburg to Moscow, Russia, in 2025. Wow.

A photo journal of the most incredible 3-day adventure across St Petersburg. One of the most magical cities in the world

A detailed review of what it is like to stay at the Radisson Sonya in St Petersburg. A very pleasant property and a good price!

If you are asking the question, "How much money should you bring to Russia?", here are my recommendations and how much I spent.

Here is exactly how to book hotels and flights in Russia as an American or European with a credit card. Wego is the way to go!