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Good Traditions #:2 Misdemeanours

Bernard H. Wood — Fri, 06 Jul 2018 13:43:55 +0000

Continuing from last week’s traditional boons and curses, here is more advice from my native Russian colleague on the subject of behaviour whilst visiting Mother Russia, plus an insight into (some of) the consequences should you decide to do something excessively “foolish”. The following text has a...

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Good Traditions #1

Bernard H. Wood — Fri, 29 Jun 2018 12:57:47 +0000

Do you find the traditions and beliefs of other cultures fascinating? I’m assuming that’s partly why you are here of course. Having been in the “tourist bubble” (haven’t we all?) I’ve seen the foreign land around me reduced to a 3D slideshow, so close and simultaneously so far away. Knowing little o...

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Visitations #3: Land, sea and air manoeuvres

Bernard H. Wood — Fri, 22 Jun 2018 14:55:42 +0000

Here, in the final part of our Visitations series we present another quick-fire round of places to see and things to do, with advice indirectly from a Russian colleague – yes it’s the inside track! The following text has been translated via a Russian-to-English translation from a larger work a...

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Coping with the changing time zones on your rail journey

Sam — Tue, 19 Jun 2018 14:36:09 +0000

The Moscow to Vladivostok route of the Trans-Siberian Express spans the length of Russia. So prepare for a long journey! The railway itself passes through 10 different time zones on this particular route, which means the amazing Trans-Siberian experience comes with one problem – jet lag. Although th...

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Visitations #2: Ethnographically, Yours

Bernard H. Wood — Fri, 15 Jun 2018 13:08:23 +0000

Here is another round-up of destinations worthy of consideration whilst visiting Russia, itself a vast amalgam of turbulent historical and cultural influences. It’s interesting to witness the product of such machinations – the mix that pours out of the historical grinder! A resolute pragmatism...

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Visitations #1

Bernard H. Wood — Fri, 08 Jun 2018 14:34:03 +0000

Who better to relate a plethora of Russian attractions than a knowledgeable local? This week I present an extensive insight into a wide range of locations worth exploring when visiting Russia. I have adapted the text from a Russian-to-English translation, originally written by a colleague as part of...

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Fun facts about the Trans-Siberian Express

Sam — Tue, 05 Jun 2018 17:27:59 +0000

As leading providers of Trans-Siberian trips, our rail cruises help avid adventurers to journey to a multitude of destinations. From the mysterious marvels of Russia and far reaches of Mongolia, to the vast and diverse country that is China, those travelling on the Trans-Siberian Express can experie...

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No better time

Bernard H. Wood — Fri, 01 Jun 2018 16:00:57 +0000

Here are more thoughts and advice, directly from the mind of a native Russian colleague. This time concerning the “best” times to visit Russia’s varied locations (depending on your own interests, of course). Enjoy. “You can visit Russia anytime during the year and always find interesting locations, ...

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Chasing the spirit #3: Core beliefs.

Bernard H. Wood — Sun, 27 May 2018 12:01:21 +0000

Here in the final part of this short series is another selection of thoughts from the mind of a Russian friend and colleague concerning the Russian mindset and its place on the world. I write of course as if there is a single, unified mind; a notion that is patently ridiculous of course. That’s the ...

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Welcome to Magnitogorsk #3: Living Costs

Bernard H. Wood — Fri, 04 May 2018 10:36:23 +0000

Behind Magnitogorsk’s exterior of grinding metal and rock lies a far softer heart fashioned from the souls and flesh of those who rebuilt the working city into a steel-producing powerhouse and an industrial landmark. Officially renowned as cultural heroes and poster icons, their roles were stylised ...

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