In this article I will explain how you can request tax refund on purchases made in Russian stores. To do this you must make a minimum purchase of 10,000 rubles in any of the affiliated stores, fill out a Tax-Free form in the store and validate it in the customs office at the airport, to be able to recover up to 18% of standard VAT that is applied in purchases in Russia. Introduction Since Read More
How to obtain a Chinese Visa in an easy and cost-effective way
In this article I will you explain how you can obtain the tourist visa to China in Australia, in an easy and economical way, collecting all the documents electronically from your computer. The Chinese visa proceedings can be done in two ways: using the online visa service offered by China Visa Direct or through the Chinese Visa Application Service Center (CVASC). Article published in January 2018 Read More
Saint Isaac’s Cathedral in St. Petersburg: how to buy tickets and schedules
Saint Isaac's Cathedral, located in the centre of St. Petersburg, is another must-see site in the Russian capital. In this article I’ll explain more about the history of this cathedral, its schedules and how to buy tickets online. 1. Introduction Saint Isaac's Cathedral (or Isaakievskiy Sobor) can be considered as one the most sumptuous and grandiose of the churches of St. Petersburg. Read More
The Church of the Savior in St. Petersburg: How to buy tickets and schedules
The Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, located in the centre of St. Petersburg, is a must-visit location in the Russian capital. In this post I’ll explain more about the history of this church, their visit schedules, how to buy tickets online and how to admire this beautiful church from the canals of the city through a boat ride. 1. Introduction The Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood Read More
How to apply for the electronic visa to Uzbekistan (e-Visa)
From July 2018, it is possible to apply electronically for the tourism visa to Uzbekistan (e-Visa). In this post I will explain the requirements and how to complete the visa process to Uzbekistan, step by step. 0. Introduction The first thing that comes to mind when you think of Uzbekistan is the Silk Road. Millenary cities such as Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva, were the most Read More
How to travel to Belarus without a visa (visa-free) and with visa
Since July 2018 it is possible to visit Belarus without a visa (visa-free) for a period of 30 days, enough time to visit the capital and the main tourist attractions of the country. In this post I will explain which requirements you must meet and what documents you need to travel to Belarus without a visa and with visa. Article published on December 26, 2017 and updated on August 19, Read More
What to see and do in St. Petersburg in 1, 2, 3 or 4 days
In this post I have planned a tour of St. Petersburg for 1, 2, 3 or 4 days, with visits to be made to the city’s main tourist attractions within certain schedules. I have also included visits that you just can’t miss in the city’s outskirts: Peterhof Gardens and Catherine’s Palace in Pushkin. Article updated August 16, 2018 (originally written March 13, 2017) Introduction In this article I Read More
15 maps that will give you a better insight of Russia
Maps are a good way to learn what is happening in the world at a glance. In this post I have selected the best 15 maps that can give you a better insight of Russia and to discover very specific and curious aspects of the country. Note: below each map you will find the source from which it comes, if you’d like to know more information and investigate the statistical source that is being Read More
What to see and do in Moscow in 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 days
In this post I have programmed an itinerary for days and hours of the best that you can see and do in Moscow in 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 days. As you can see, in Moscow there are many places to visit, not only in the center of the city and its famous Red Square, but also the museums, cathedrals, parks, Soviet buildings and tourist attractions that are spread all over the city. Article published on Read More
Traveling between Moscow and St. Petersburg: Which is the best way?
A frequent question is which would be the best way to travel between Moscow and St. Petersburg. There are basically three options: take a direct plane that will take 1 hour and a half, take a daytime TGV (Sapsan) that takes about 4 hours or you can take a night train such as the Red Arrow that makes the journey in about 8 -9 hours. An alternative option is to take a bus (more economical but more Read More
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