Named after the peregrine falcon, Russia’s fastest animal, the Sapsan train is this nation’s bullet train. Running between Moscow and the historic city of St. Petersburg, it is a popular way to get between the two centres for locals and travellers alike. Why should you choose it over alternatives, and how can you ride the Sapsan on your visit to Russia? We’ll answer both questions in today’s blog. It’s more comfortable As a budget traveller, you may be tempted to take the bus over the train, as the ticket for the...

The world is a wide and vast place. There are landscapes that look out of this world, and cityscapes that are completely mesmerizing. Choosing one destination over the others can seem like an impossible task, what with the variety and choice you have on offer. What matters most as a traveler, however, is that you find the best destinations that speak to you. If you have no interest in modern cities, then there is no reason to go to them. The world is a big enough place to...