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• The Land of the Rising Sun: Politeness, Self-Management, and Nature Conservation

  Four ITMO University students spent a week in Japan as part of their exchange program. The Land of the Rising Sun welcomed them with impeccable politeness, strict social hierarchy, caring attitude towards nature and urban environment. And a language barrier, of course, as not all  Japanese  can speak English. In this interview, the students share their experience of visiting this extraordinary country.

  06.09.2018

• Peterhof: a Perfect Spot for a Late Summer Trip

  Much as every other major city, St. Petersburg has its "selling points": the Hermitage, the Savior on Spilled Blood, the White Nights, to boot. Still, it is the fountains in the nearby town of Peterhof that make up its most precious jewel - and the end of summer is just the perfect time to experience it!

  07.08.2018

• Sliding Trams, Sea Breeze, and Art Nouveau: Exploring Helsinki

  Modern, compact, and very green, Helsinki is the closest European capital to Russia and a nice place to take a break from the hustle and bustle of St. Petersburg!

  31.07.2018

• Vacations, Business Trips and Mushroom-Picking

  Do you know how ITMO’s First Vice Rector Daria Kozlova spends her summer? Our friends from Megabyte Media spoke to Dr. Kozlova and learned how to turn a business trip into a vacation, what to read on holidays and how to make the best of a winter trip.

  13.07.2018

• Travel Tips: Incomplete and Subjective Guide to Summer in Tallinn

  Tallinn has been a traditional weekend trip destination for the citizens of St. Petersburg (or Leningrad) since the late 60’s. Only six hours by bus, and you can dive into the city’s truly medieval atmosphere. With its 13th-century Northern-European gingerbread houses and castle towers, Tallinn is a popular Christmas destination, but summer Tallinn offers even more treasures.

  10.07.2018

• The Best of Summer in St. Petersburg

  Warm temperatures, blooming flowers and long hours of sunshine make summer the best time to visit St. Petersburg. The city’s streets are filled with people all through the season and especially now when the city is hosting the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Whether you’re in the mood for a ride in the amusement park or a boat tour to the Gulf of Finland, check out our St. Petersburg summer guide.

  19.06.2018

• Travel Tips: Veliki Novgorod

  The ancient city of Veliki (Great) Novgorod offers a trip back in time and a taste of Russian culture and cuisine a few hours away from St. Petersburg.

  03.05.2018

• Travel Tips: St. Petersburg to Finland

  When St. Petersburg was founded three centuries ago, Tsar Peter the Great envisioned it as a bridge between his country and Europe. Even today, St. Petersburg is likely the most international city of Russia, and it is a great starting point for journeys to its neighboring countries. In our series “Window to Europe”, we will examine the many places you can visit from St. Petersburg, suitable for both weekend trips and longer journeys. In this first article, we’ll be looking at Finland – our closest neighbor both geographically and at heart.

  17.04.2018

• St. Petersburg Off the Beaten Track

  St. Petersburg is world-famous for its gorgeous palaces and canals, but there are many other attractions that are, too, worth visiting. From the city’s maze-like courtyards to its atmospheric cafés with ornate interiors, the city has no shortage of places to go off the beaten path. Spring has sprung and it's time to venture out of the house and explore, so check out this list of cool things to do in St. Petersburg.

  10.04.2018

• Relocation Tips: Winter Activities and Beating the Blues

  Winter in St. Petersburg! A wonderful time, if you know how to spend it - and don’t let the cold fool you: this is no time for slumber and there are plenty of things to do around the city. Just take a walk down Nevsky Prospect and soak in the holiday spirit! And if you’re not sure how to entertain yourself, we’ve rounded up some tips and ideas.

  12.12.2017