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• 6 Unexpectedly Cool Things About Living in Russia

  From fast trains to online banking – here’s our guide to the advantages of life in Russia inspired by international experience.

  21.02.2022

• Top Tips to Save Money in Russia

  Getting ready to visit Russia but worried it will make a hole in your budget? Fear not, our money-saving tips will get you to the Scrooge McDuck level of shrewdness in no time! 

  08.02.2022

• 5 Russian Must-Know Singers Topping the Charts

  Who would make it to the Russian Coachella if there ever was one? Who is at the top of Russian TikTok fame? Who are the people most of your Russian groupmates would have on Spotify? Here’s our take on who to stream in the Russian music industry now.

  31.01.2022

• Winter Magic: Our Favorite Snowy Memories

  Despite its biting cold, winter in Russia can be incredibly blissful thanks to the miracle that is snow. This year, we are lucky to have piles and piles of it in St. Petersburg starting from November 30. In honour of this occasion, we are bringing back our favorite heart-warming stories about this winter wonder. 

  03.12.2021

• Top Russian Streaming Services

  Feel like binge-watching your favorite TV show but don’t know what platform to choose? Here’s an overview of the most popular Russian streaming services to save the day.

  12.11.2021

• Winter is Coming: Grab Some Warm Clothes

  Originally from Australia, I’ve lived through seven Russian winters now, including two in Siberia. After a lifetime of summers, to say that it was an adjustment is an understatement. As autumn gradually turns into winter, I find myself putting on more layers and discovering items of clothing that ten years ago I didn’t even know existed. This little guide documents my discovery of the cold and how to battle it. Russians sometimes say that there's no bad weather, there's inadequate gear. Although much of the following might be obvious to those already living in colder climates, it was new to me – and hopefully, to you!

  19.10.2021

• Apple Feast: Traditional Russian Treats to Try This Fall

  If the apple season left you with too many apples and you’ve already succeeded in reducing all your visits to the doctor, here are some Russian-style recipes that will have you feeling this fall season.

  20.09.2021

• Our Take On Fighting the Fall Blues

  Returning to your usual routine might be a hard thing to do after the (more or less) relaxed summer days, especially when we’re talking about the fall in St. Petersburg, which typically comes hand in hand with constant rain and gloom. Here’s how our editorial team survives during this season.

  17.09.2021

• ITMO Student’s Quick Guide to Life in the City

  As the new academic year kicks off, we’re happy to see some new faces pop up around the campus as more and more students arrive to St. Petersburg from all over. And to get you up to speed, we’ve put together a quick but comprehensive adaptation guide. Welcome to ITMO!

  31.08.2021

• Renting an Apartment in St. Petersburg: Ultimate Guide

  Looking for an apartment can be both an exciting and challenging quest. Luckily, St. Petersburg offers a slew of housing options. Here's what to consider when looking for a perfect place to live.

  24.08.2021