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• Exchange Students from Brazil: 'They're Always Happy'

  Students from around the world have come to participate in the IT and Innovation Business in Russia exchange semester at ITMO. Among them is a bright and bubbly group from Brazil. Every year a group of four or five students come from the Federal University of Espírito Santo (UFES) in Vittoria, on the east coast of Brazil, to join our exchange semester. Last year we talked to Esthevão who shared about what brought him to Russia. This year we talk with Angelo, Thales, Caio, Mateus and Yan who have been here for five weeks now, about their experience so far.

  09.03.2018

• This Weekend in St. Petersburg: March 8-11

  Women’s Day, which signals the start of spring’s longest weekend, is often called the Holiday of Spring, as it usually coincides with the the first sunny days, snowbreak, and warmer temperatures. Even though there aren’t many events that are traditionally dedicated to it, anything that has a cheerful atmosphere about it can be considered one - so let’s take a quick look at what St. Petersburg has to offer during these long awaited holidays!

  07.03.2018

• Bookstores of St. Petersburg

  In this age of e-readers and audiobooks, many of us are still drawn to paper and ink. And if you're a book-loving guest to St. Petersburg, you may have found it somewhat challenging to find books in other langauges here - without resorting to ordering from overseas or paying outrageous prices to resellers, that is. In that case, you'll find useful this guide to some of St. Petersburg's more refined and stylish bookstores. 

  06.03.2018

• This Weekend in St. Petersburg: March 3-4

  Though it’s still freezing cold in St. Petersburg, and the snow shows no signs of melting, the days have already grown longer, and you just help but feel the joyful atmosphere of the coming spring. Still, the long winter must have definitely taken its toll on you, so let’s have a look at the various events that will help you buck up!

  28.02.2018

• Experience St. Petersburg: Perfect Places for an Outdoor Adventure

  St. Petersburg is truly a unique place, and it never ceases to surprise even its old-timers. As Russia is often associated with cold and snow, you would expect to enjoy some great winter scenery just a step away from its Northern Capital; something you won’t know is that lately, it has not been the winter, but the early days of spring which is the best time to do that! As this time is approaching, and since we’ve been finally having some decent weather in St. Petersburg, we’ve decided to highlight the best places to appreciate the snow-clad landscapes, make beautiful memories, and say your final goodbyes to winter!

  27.02.2018

• Russia by Rail: A First-Hand Experience

  Tiny beds, crowded spaces, boiled eggs, instant noodles, cup-a-soup, new friends, riding on the open road: these are some of the endearing features of the legendary Trans-Siberian railway that so many foreigners long to experience. While I’ve never taken the full route from west to east, I’ve had a fairly full experience of Russian train travel and it turned out more fun than I ever expected.

  23.02.2018

• This Weekend in St.Petersburg: February 23-25

  This week, we’ll be resting for three days in a row. Friday, February 23 is the Defender of the Fatherland Day (or simply Men’s Day), which is a national holiday - and an official day off. Every holiday comes with celebrations of its own - so let’s have a look at the different events that will help you make the most of winter’s last weekend!

  21.02.2018

• This Weekend in St. Petersburg: February 17-18

  This week, Russia celebrates Maslenitsa - arguably its oldest holiday that marks the imminent end of winter. Expect lots of fun, blini, and curious folk rituals like burning of human-sized effigies or jumping through bonfires! Traditionally, this is going to be a citywide celebration; yet, we’ve decided to give you an account of the most popular venues in our This Weekend in St. Petersburg review.

  14.02.2018

• Love is… Where to take your Valentine in St. Petersburg

  Often called Venice of the North, St. Petersburg is a perfect setting for romance. From beautiful sights to winding canals and intimate inner yards, it’s a place to explore and learn more about each other in the process. You don’t even have to take your date to a theater or a concert, of which there’s plenty. Maybe this Valentine’s Day love is…

  13.02.2018

• This Weekend in St. Petersburg: January 27-28

  After a short break, we’re back with our review of This Weekend in St. Petersburg!

  24.01.2018