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Vasilisa
Russia
Inozemtsevo, Family travel
We stayed in spa retreat, good for health, lots of options, some spa procedures are too expensive. Territory of the resort is private and safe. Village around is nice for local experience. Recommend to visit wine manufacture and try local wine, also there is a local beer manufacture. Not so much things to do in the village, other than manufactures and walking around. Going to mountain trips really worth it, better choose 2-3 days to go on a car mountain trips in different places. Also you can go to nearest cities for excursions and sightseeing. Place got interesting history and architecture.
Posted: August 7, 2025
TATSIANA
Belarus
Gorno-Altaysk, Group travel
Gornoaltaysk is a very beautiful region. It is not expensive, with many places to stay in different price categories. The area is safe, and the food is tasty and inexpensive. Prices are listed in Russian rubles.
Posted: July 24, 2025Experienced: May, 2025TATSIANA
Belarus
Kaliningrad, Solo travel
Kaliningrad is a very beautiful region not expensive many places to stay of different price categories safe food is tasty and inexpensive included Russian rubles It's was Okey I'm like this region 🥰
Posted: July 24, 2025Experienced: June, 2024Krasnodar, Solo travel
About the city itself. I can't say that I wanted to move there, but as a tourist I liked it. Walking, low-rise, but with very heavy traffic and heavy traffic jams in the evenings. I liked the logistics, it was the public transport system that was quite convenient in my opinion, and unlike my city, I could walk to the key points where I wanted to go in 40 minutes or an hour. While in Volgograd, I won't even leave my neighborhood during this time because of the length of the city along the river. The center is old, the buildings are many years old, and they are not being demolished because they are essentially architectural monuments from the pre-war era. Of course, there are also new apartment buildings, and some areas are being actively developed, but the vast majority of buildings are low-rise and medium-rise, which makes the city feel less crowded and more pleasant to walk around. I also liked the air, which is lighter and cleaner than in Vlg Where have I been? I managed to visit two exhibitions in different museums, namely, I got acquainted with the history of Kuban during the Second World War and looked at the collection of paintings of the XVI- early XX centuries. Of course, where am I without an art gallery?) I visited a Safari park, looked at different animals and took a break from people. I walked through parks and squares, and of course, in the famous Galitsky Park, it's really beautiful there. I went on an excursion to Adygea, as you can see from the pictures) the mountains are a dump of everything. Very filled that day with some grace, energy, peace and love for life. What do I remember especially? Rain on the first evening when I got off the train and the next two days, adventures with the hotel (there was always some trouble with the room). Coffee on the walk on the first morning there. Trip to the mountains: observation decks, cave, air, road in the bus, cheese tasting. Chistyakovskaya grosh at 9 am and confusion for the rest of the day. 30 thousand steps and the Kuban embankment. Chatting until 4 a.m. waiting for the train at the station. All of this left a warm impression in my memory. In summary, this was my first trip where I was alone. I guess I need to get used to spending so much time alone, but to be honest, I couldn't help but think about how much I would have enjoyed having someone by my side (a friend, parents, or just a close person). In any case, it was a new and memorable experience for me. I am grateful to myself for this. It's a pleasant feeling of growing up, when you earn your own money, make your own decisions, and don't depend on anyone else. That's how it went) Thank you for reading to the end.
Posted: July 3, 2025Experienced: April, 2025
Natalia
Russia
Chernyakhovsk, Solo travel
Very beautiful town, highly recommended. Underestimated IMHO. I adored nature, surroundings, German architecture. The place is being embellished constantly, so each time you visit it you can find new things. ♥️
Posted: June 13, 2025Experienced: September, 2023How safe is Russia for women?
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Christina
Moscow
It is very safe. I can come home at midnight and not worry about safety. The city is very safe, I am living alone I have never had any problems. I can easily walk at night, so you are welcome to come here
Posted: December 12, 2025
Efa
Vladivostok
People rarely get hassled on the street here, especially in the city center. It's relatively safe at night unless you go to specific bars, which are usually crowded with idiots. Overall, you can walk around here safely, even alone and even late at night, and many locals speak English, so you're more likely to be understood (at least by the younger crowds).
Posted: December 8, 2025Moscow
The main thing is not to walk around in unfamiliar places after dark — and honestly, even in familiar ones. Try not to go meet someone alone. Always follow basic safety rules: never leave your glass unattended in clubs or bars; let your close ones know your plans; don’t agree to leave a crowded place with someone; stay alert; don’t drink or eat anything you didn’t buy yourself or didn’t see being brought to you by the staff. And definitely stay away from drunk people. Personally, I’ve never been in any dangerous situations like that, but the stories people tell…
Posted: December 7, 2025Moscow
The safest city in the country, in my opinion, clean and comfortable. If it weren't for the political regime, I'd give it 5 stars. Convenient, well-designed transportation, interesting establishments and festivals. People are generally friendly to foreigners. For a girl, the safety rating is about a 4; the likelihood of someone bothering you is low. However, it's best not to walk alone at night or in side streets, especially further from the center, as is probably the case anywhere in the world, unfortunately
Posted: December 6, 2025
Дарья
Russia
It is relatively safe in Russia, especially if you travel in big cities. But be careful at night and in small towns and villages. Basically, there are good people everywhere, but there is always a risk. Especially in 2025, as many criminals are released after SVO, and now, unfortunately, there are already terrible incidents :(please take care of yourself
Posted: December 5, 2025Safety in Russia
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Liza
Saint Petersburg
Can host for:
4 days
About me
hello! My name is Lisa, I'm 20. I am from the Russian Far East, but now I live in St. Petersburg. I'm studying to be an actress at the theater Academy. I really like to travel. previously, all my trips were in Russia: I've been to 30 cities. now I want to start traveling abroad. I really like to host guests. I love meeting new people and talking. I love theater, dinosaurs, and my family.
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Anastasia
Saint Petersburg
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5 days
About me
Hello ladies, I'm glad to be a part of this community! I'm also a student and I'll be doing it for another year, I'm studying at the Faculty of Architecture in St. Petersburg, and I really like to travel, just like all of us here) My English is not very good, but in general I think you will understand me if I talk to you live, here I will use a translator. There are many cool places in St. Petersburg that are worth visiting, it is a very creative and versatile city, I have a couple of recommendations for you if you want.In general, I am open to communication and mutual assistance~
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Diana
Moscow
About me
Hi! I'm Diana, I'm 23, and I was born and raised in Belarus. I moved to Russia to study foreign languages, currently halfway through my masters in pedagogy. I live in Khimki, a suburban city between Moscow and Sheremetyevo airport. I enjoy reading, translating, watching videos on politics and drawing in watercolor, but most importantly, i like food. I recently started gardening and would like to hear some tips, if you wish to share your experience! I love traveling when I can, preferring architecture over beaches. Can't wait to hit some local spots — I particularly love vintage markets.
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Nastya
Moscow
About me
Hey there! I’m a filmmaker with big dreams of becoming a director — and a passionate travel blogger in the making. Recently I left my permanent home to live a nomadic life across countries, mountains, deserts, and oceans. I’m what you might call travel-homeless — constantly on the move, chasing colors, textures, and the wild beauty of nature. I love remote places, raw landscapes, and the kind of adventures that make you feel alive. Open to meaningful connections, collabs, and spontaneous trips — I speak fluent English and never shy away from deep talks or crazy hikes. Also: huge animal lover 🐾 and always ready for a good laugh under the stars. Let’s explore this planet together 💫
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