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Victory Museum inside Victory Park in Moscow, Russia
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Victory Park (Park Pobedy) in Moscow, Russia – a Guide for First-Time Visitors

Victory Park (aka Park Pobedy) in Moscow is home to 13 unique memorials, more than 300 pieces of weaponry, the largest flower clock in the world, 13 restaurants, a synagogue, a mosque, and an Orthodox chapel. It’s quite an interesting mix worth seeing if your schedule allows. This post will give a brief background on…

New Orleans 3 Day Itinerary
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The Ultimate 3-Day New Orleans Itinerary for First-Time Visitors

New Orleans is a city bubbling with excitement and history at every turn. With some of the most delicious food and drinks in the country, amazing music and very entertaining nightlife, it’s a city that deserves to be at the top of any United States itinerary! Hotels.com had asked me to share my ultimate 3-day…

carriage ride in St. Petersburg Russia
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17 Incredible Things to Do in St. Petersburg, Russia

St. Petersburg, Russia is an amazing city that is making its way onto many travelers’ bucket lists – and rightfully so! There are so many incredible things to do in St. Petersburg. (Plus, the visa process is getting much easier for many foreign visitors.) With opulent palaces and cathedrals to curious museums and delicious restaurants…

The Grand Cascade at Peterhof Palace & Gardens - Tips for Planning the Best Day Trip from St. Petersburg
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Peterhof Palace & Gardens – Tips for Planning the Best Day Trip from St. Petersburg

The Peterhof Palace and Gardens are nicknamed the “Russian Versailles” thanks to its more than 140 dazzling fountains. It’s absolutely astonishing to see and a must-visit if you are traveling to St. Petersburg, Russia! However, as is the theme with most tourist attractions in Moscow and St. Petersburg – it can be rather confusing and…

Винотека Grape, Tuna - Best restaurants in Moscow, Russia
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20 of the Best Restaurants in Moscow, Russia by a Local

Moscow has many wonderful and unique dining options. And fortunately, many of the best restaurants in Moscow are not too far from the Kremlin, Bolshoi Theatre or St. Basil’s Cathedral. All of the restaurants on this list will also be able to accommodate an English-speaker. While the English spoken may not be perfect – the…

best of denver nightlife fun things to do
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Denver Nightlife – Fun Things to Do in Denver at Night

Written by: Amy Rehan In Denver, you’ll feel a mile high in every sense. Metaphorically, you’ll feel a mile high because Denver is an impressive city with tons of entertainment options for you and your vacationing crew. You’ll also feel a mile high physically because Denver is located exactly a mile above sea level. You’ll…

why visit Pakistan

Why Visit Pakistan – the Most Underrated Tourist Destination

Guest post by MK Akram “Why would you want to visit Pakistan? Isn’t it terribly dangerous?” Now hold on, before you judge, let me at least make my case. I know Pakistan isn’t exactly the most attractive sounding place for a tourist destination. However, Pakistan has invested a great deal in its tourism industry –…

Hotel Retlaw
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Hotel Retlaw in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin – Honest Review of Their Luxury Rooms, Spa & Restaurant

Hotel Retlaw is a recently renovated luxury hotel in downtown Fond du Lac, Wisconsin with nearly 100 years of history. It first opened in 1923 with Walter Schroeder as its original owner. (The name of the hotel is Walter spelled backward!) The recent renovation has updated the hotel for the modern traveler, but the hotel…

Bran dress by XCVI - interesting travel dress
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XCVI Clothing – Full Review From a Frequent Traveler of Their Tops, Bottoms and Dresses

XCVI Clothing is a brand that prides itself on being “fashion you can live in.” They design their clothing with versatility and comfort in mind. This is not a fast-fashion or trend-obsessed brand. If you’re new to my blog, then let me tell you any clothing company that says their clothes are versatile and comfortable…

kamergersky lane
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12 Things That Surprised Me About Moscow, Russia (As an American)

I know I’ve said this a million times, but Russia is an absolutely amazing country to visit. If you ever have the opportunity to see it, DO NOT hesitate. Living in Moscow for a little over a year has been one of the most surprisingly fantastic experiences of my life. I know there are many…

15 Photos of Nutcracker in the Castle at the Paine Art Center (Updated 2019)
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25 Photos of Nutcracker in the Castle at the Paine Art Center (Updated 2019)

Merry Christmas Eve, everyone! Visiting the Nutcracker in the Castle at the Paine Art Center in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, is becoming a yearly tradition for my family and me.  Each room of this historic estate is transformed into scenes from the Nutcracker fairy tale and it is absolutely beautiful. If you’re in the Oshkosh area, this…

Bunker-42 restaurant
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7 Crazy & Unusual Things to Do in Moscow, Russia – Written by a Local

I’m sharing 7 of the craziest and most unusual things you can do in Moscow in this post. If you’re looking for a list of the top tourist attractions in Moscow (Red Square, the Bolshoi, the Kremlin, yada, yada) – this isn’t the list for you! (But if that’s the list you’re looking for, I…

Sleigh Ride in St. Petersburg during winter
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18 Photos of St. Petersburg, Russia (During Winter)

I’ve been babbling about how beautiful Moscow, Russia is in my last few posts… and I didn’t want St. Petersburg to feel left out! This city is just as gorgeous as Moscow is. With fewer crowds and fresh snowfall, St. Petersburg is an especially magical destination to visit during winter. I can’t recommend visiting Russia…

The Red Square & St. Basil's Cathedral at Christmastime
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Moscow in Winter – 3 Day Itinerary for First-Timers

Wondering how to spend 3 days in Moscow, Russia during the winter? This itinerary is here to help! I know I’m beginning to sound like a broken record at this point, but I can’t help it! Visiting Moscow, Russia during the winter is SO worth being a little cold to experience. Besides, when you think…