Russian People
Russians are friendly, warm and hospitable once you get to know them.
Russia is a “hidden treasure” in MICE industry with diverse and unlimited opportunities. It is covered with historic mist and is surprising with it is culture and modern power.
Russians are friendly, warm and hospitable once you get to know them.
Russian food is rich and different. It varies from the Mediterranean influences of Balkan cuisine, to the dark breads and blini of Russian cuisine. Tried once you will remember the taste for ever and it will make you come back.
World famous Bolshoy and Mariinskiy theatre ballets, largest in the world Faberge eggs collection at the Faberge museum, Diamond’s fund in Kremlin with the Russian tsar’s jewels collection and one of the most important in the world museums- State Hermitage with collection of West European Art and Impressionists are good reasons to choose Russia for your next incentive or leisure trip.
Comparing to main European destinations Russia is inexpensive. We will help you to choose the periods and dates to travel with most affordable rates.
Sure, you'll find Western brands here and there, but Russia is still Eastern Europe. Sometime people still sweep their doorsteps with handmade brooms, mushrooms are picked in the forest, folk costumes are still worn in some regions, and traditions that go back centuries are still performed with pride.
Russia has any type of geography and weather you'd want to experience. Back in the sunlight on the Black Sea in Sochi, visit chilly northern cities of Russia while crossing steppe and taiga. In addition, Russia has unique cultural traditions, national influences, and historical experiences, which are kept in cities and villages by the people you meet there.
In Russia, you will meet a unique combination of architectural styles from Onion Domes of Russian churches, to Peter’s and classic baroque, classic and art novo styles. Main museums and common houses are located in those historical buildings. They can be visited on architectural tours with best Kalinka International guides.
Russia has efficient public transportation. It’s not so expensive to travel within Russian cities, and often we recommend using public transportation during stay in Russia.
Travelling inside of Russia can be done by taking local flights or by trains. Railway system is very well developed in Russia and trains may take you to the most cities, towns and even small villages of Russia. Train tickets are also not so expensive.
Sure, you'll find Western brands here and there, but Russia is still Eastern Europe. Sometime people still sweep their doorsteps with handmade brooms, mushrooms are picked in the forest, folk costumes are still worn in some regions, and traditions that go back centuries are still performed with pride.
Unique natural phenomenon is the period of White Nights in Saint-Petersburg from mid-May till mid-July when it does not get dark, sunset meets the dawn and night life is as active as day life. Winters in Russia are also romantic and mysterious during White days from December till March when travelling to Russia you will feel yourself as a hero of Doctor Zhivago movie. Russia is very well prepared for winters and visiting Russia in winter time may become a unique lifetime memorable experience.
One reason to travel to Russia is all the great stuff you can buy here. Precious and semi-precious stones, Lomonosov porcelain, music, books, matryoshka dolls, crafts, textiles, baskets, fine Russian embroidery, traditional hats, military memorabilia, amber, Faberge style eggs and even some food and drinks items will have you leaving Russia with your suitcase full.