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Russian Holidays in 2027: Public Holidays and Long Weekends

10.10.2026

If you are planning a trip to Russia in 2027, it is worth checking the public holiday calendar in advance. Several holidays fall close to weekends, giving residents a few consecutive days off. This can affect hotel prices, transportation schedules, and crowds at popular tourist attractions. Russia’s holiday calendar may be different from what...

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Estonia–Russia Border: Long Queues and Full Customs Checks Since September 30

08.10.2026

Planning to travel from Estonia to St. Petersburg by land? Be prepared for a much slower border crossing. Since September 30, Estonia has been carrying out full customs inspections on everyone entering the country from Russia. The new checks have caused significant delays at the border, including at the Narva–Ivangorod crossing. Travelers heading...

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border , Estonia , incident , pack your coffer right

St. Petersburg Finally Ends Its COVID Restrictions — Six Years After the Pandemic Began

03.10.2026

St. Petersburg has officially closed the book on its COVID era. As of October 1, 2026, the city’s Regulation No. 121, introduced on March 13, 2020, when the pandemic was just beginning, is no longer in effect. For tourists, the news is unlikely to change much. Visitors have been able to come to St. Petersburg without masks, QR codes or other special...

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authority , Russian life , weird news

Single-Occupancy Compartments Debut on Moscow – St. Petersburg Trains

01.09.2026

A new type of carriage has started operating on RZD’s* branded No. 3/4 train between Moscow and St. Petersburg — apparently designed for hardcore introverts, people who hate socializing, and sociopaths 😃. In other words, it has single-occupancy compartments. But in reality, they are ideal for anyone who wants to make sure they get some sleep:...

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Moscow , prices , security , trains

Peterhof Fountain Festival 2026 on September 26–27

17.08.2026

In 2026, the autumn fountain festival at the Peterhof Museum Reserve will take place on September 26 and 27 as a full-scale celebration. This year’s theme is “Happiness,” and the festival is dedicated to the 200th anniversary of Alexandria and memories of childhood. Instead of a single show, visitors can expect themed installations throughout...

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fountains , free time , parks , Peterhof , show , suburbs

Mobile Internet Disruptions Hit St. Petersburg Again: What Happened During the Summer of 2026

07.08.2026

Residents of St. Petersburg experienced several rounds of mobile internet disruptions throughout the summer of 2026. On multiple occasions, users reported complete loss of connectivity, slow-loading websites, and problems accessing banking apps, maps, online marketplaces, and messaging services. The latest major outage occurred on August 6. Another...

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communications , emergency , Russian life , safety

A New Way to Book Private Boat Trips in St Petersburg Through a Popular Russian Super‑App

27.05.2026

In St Petersburg, it has become possible to book small private boats for trips along rivers and canals through the Yandex Go app. The service is aimed at those who want to arrange a short ride on the water for a small group without contacting boat companies directly. What the New Option Offers Through the app, users can reserve an entire boat for a...

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boat trips , excursions , getting around , I don't speak Russian , places of interest , prices , river cruise , traveler's advice

A Camera on a Nudist Beach? St. Petersburg’s Dunes Get Their Most Quirky Upgrade Yet

18.04.2026

It’s not exactly the kind of news that matters to most people in St. Petersburg — there are bigger things to worry about these days. But we still decided to write about it, mostly because it reminded us of our old post about the city’s spontaneous nudist beach, and the whole situation seemed a little amusing. You’d think that after more than...

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authority , Gulf of Finland , mentality , suburbs , taboos , weird news

Inside St. Petersburg’s Darkest Historic Prison: Tours of Kresty («Crosses») Before Its Transformation

18.03.2026

In March 2026, guided tours began on the grounds of the former ‘Crosses’ Prison (known in Russian as Kresty) pre-trial detention center on Arsenalnaya Embankment. This is a rare chance to see the historic prison complex in its original state before reconstruction starts in the fall. The organizers offer routes through the territory and key buildings...

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excursions , places of interest

Pulkovo Airport Explains What Passengers Should Do Amid Airspace Closures in the Middle East

02.03.2026

As military tensions escalate in the Middle East and new flight restrictions take effect, St. Petersburg’s Pulkovo Airport has published guidance for travelers. With several countries in the region temporarily closing their airspace, passengers are advised to monitor their flight status closely and use official communication channels provided by their...

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airport , emergency , flights , security

Shustry Bober Opens St. Petersburg’s Winter Tourist Navigation*

20.12.2025

This winter, beginning December 19, St. Petersburg launched its first-ever season of regular winter sightseeing cruises. The three deck restaurant vessel Shustry Bober (Шустрый бобёр **) will sail along the Neva River and, weather permitting, venture into the Gulf of Finland toward the Lakhta Center. Where to Take a Winter Cruise in St....

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boat trips , free time , Gulf of Finland , holidays , prices , restaurants , river cruise , schedules

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