The buying power of a crumbling ruble
When we visited Russia earlier this month, we didn’t think the exchange rate could get any better. It floated between
When we visited Russia earlier this month, we didn’t think the exchange rate could get any better. It floated between
A Russian face is easily misunderstood. The frozen expression, the indifferent grimace, the deadpan look: it’s easy to conclude that
Long before there was a Russia, there was a steam bathing phenomenon called banya. Ancient Slavic people learned that pouring
I am, undisputedly, unequivocally, unmistakably against war, however, even I can appreciate a quality weapons museum when I see one.
Continue reading…Pacifist visits the new Tula Armament Museum
Bring your best pair of walking shoes to Russia if you plan on visiting the the State Hermitage of St.
Clap, clap, clap; the spontaneous cheers of dozens of homesick Russians erupted when our airplane tires hit the tarmac. “Мы
According to Lonely Planet, you need “a sense of humor and bucket load of patience” when visiting Russia. By the
Continue reading…Taking flight to Russia during the holidays