Russia
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Russia is the largest country on Earth, spanning eleven time zones from the Baltic to the Pacific. Moscow is known for the Kremlin and its metro, St Petersburg for the Hermitage and the drawbridges. Beyond them lie the Golden Ring, the clear water of Lake Baikal, the volcanoes of Kamchatka and the mountains of the Caucasus and Altai. Climates vary enormously by region.
Spontaneous trips in Russia: how booking habits for aparthotels are changing
In Moscow and Saint Petersburg almost 40 % of aparthotel guests book a room a day before arrival, and the average stay has slipped to just over two nights. The drivers are more flexible plans and the convenience of the format.
Biometrics at Pulkovo: Fast‑track check‑in from “Rossiya”
Airline “Rossiya” has introduced new perks for passengers using biometric identification at Pulkovo Airport: faster registration, baggage drop and boarding‑pass issuance without extra queues.
How to Avoid the 10% Refund Fee on Train Tickets: Passengers' Proposals
A passengers' union proposes a flexible fee scheme instead of a flat 10‑percent charge, arguing it is excessive and harms long‑distance travel.
S7 Airlines expands fleet: first Airbus A321 flight from Mineralnye Vody
S7 Airlines has put a former Red Wings Airbus A321 into service, and it made its debut passenger flight from Mineralnye Vody to Moscow. How does this fit the airline’s strategy and what does it mean for travelers?
The First Serial MS‑21‑310: How the Irkutsk Plant Lifted a New Symbol of Russian Aviation
On March 31 in Irkutsk the first serial MS‑21‑310, registration 73362, took off. Built entirely to serial documentation, the aircraft marks a significant step for the domestic passenger fleet.
New Rules on Tour Operator and Agent Liability Starting 2027
From 1 March 2027 the law will clearly split responsibilities: the operator is accountable for the tour’s quality, the agent for money and information. What this means for travelers and how to get ready for a trip.