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• Field Report: St. Petersburg’s New Open-Air Swimming Pool

  In the summer, when most indoor swimming pools close to prepare for the new season and figuring out the logistics of swimming outside can be complicated; so, where do you go when you’re craving a swim? Great news: there is now an Olympic-size open-air swimming pool just a short metro trip away from the city center. We went to explore this new attraction and are happy to report back in this article.

  01.08.2025

• Discovery of the Month: Long Walks, Saving Tips, and More

  As temperatures steadily rise, some of us take to travelling, some go exploring, and some – slow down. What brings us together are the discoveries we make along the way and share in this monthly article. Enjoy!

  25.07.2025

• Healing & Relaxing: Soviet Resorts in Today’s Russia

  The Western idea of a sanatorium (санаторий) is different from the Russian one. The latter aren’t specialized hospitals, but more like spa resorts, albeit with some medical supervision. Find out more below.

  05.12.2022

• Summer Getaway: From St. Petersburg to Sortavala, the Republic of Karelia

  Mesmerizing waterfalls, centuries-old pines, and rocky cliffs – could you believe that all of these are just a ride away from our city? If you have been putting off the trip to "the land of a thousand and one lakes" for too long, this is your sign to finally hit the road. Here is what to see and do in Karelia.

  03.08.2021

• Sports, Festivals, Creativity on the Karelian Isthmus - A Summer In Yagodnoe

  Are you tired of the city and constantly being on the computer? Then it's time for a session at the Yagodnoe camp! At the Yagodnoe Sports Camp, ITMO students and staff will immerse in sports, spend an unforgettable time contemplating the mesmerizing nature of the Karelian Isthmus, sing songs at the campfire, hike and do lots of other great things. What's more, this year Yagodnoe has been renovated: new housing and canteen were built on the shore of the Berestovoye lake; the sports infrastructure has been improved, as well. Also, one can now rent housing even for a single day there.

  18.05.2017