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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!

A detailed review of my new favorite hotel in Moscow: Hotel Akvarel. What an amazing location for such a great price!

As an American, I found hospitality to be amazing in Russia, apart from one instance that sort of took me back. Understandable...

I spent a day exploring Moscow, including St Peter's Basilica, The Kremlin, and Red Square. One of the best days of my life...

Here is what my first two nights in Moscow was like as an American in Russia. What a lovely time, and wish I were back. But expensive!

Okay, I think I have found my favorite Italian restaurant in Moscow. You have to visit Garda, the best pizza in town.

If you are a tourist visiting Russia for the first time, this is the basics of how to get from the airport to Moscow

Here is what the immigration experience is like when entering Russia as an American in 2025. Long, but easy.

A detailed review of what it is like to fly China Eastern on their A330-300 in economy from Beijing to Moscow Sheremetyevo. As an American.

A detailed review of the pay-to-use lounge "East Pacific Passenger Lounge" at Beijing Daxing. Not bad for the price.

A detailed review of what it is like to fly China Eastern economy on their A320Neo from Bangkok to Beijing. Not great.

Come spend a very non-eventful day with me in Bangkok, filled with a 10-hour sleep. Amazing? Nope. Needed? Yup.

A detailed review of what it is like to fly business class on Japan Airlines on their 787-8. A very pleasant experience with overhead vents.

A detailed review of the brand new KIX Lounge (First Class) at Osaka Kansai. A huge step up from what was previously offered.

Everything you need to know about how to get from Osaka Itami Airport to Osaka Kansai Airport. Bus, train, and taxi.

A detailed review of what it is like to fly Japan Airlines Domestic Business Class on their 767 from Tokyo Haneda to Osaka (ITM). Efficient

A detailed review of the domestic Japan Airlines Sakura Lounge at Haneda. Glorified waiting room designed to grab a beer. Not bad.