Argophilia

Αργοφιλία: For the love of the journey.

Eastern Europe

FSUE “Atomflot” Offers Cruises to North Pole

Aleksandr Shatskih

The nuclear powered icebreaker, FSUE “Atomflot” will make four of five voyages to the North Pole, according to Deputy General Director and Chief Engineer Mustafa Kashka. The company says the 12 day journeys aboard 50 Years of Victory will cost tourists around 1.8 million rubles ($28,000 US).

International Triennial of Tapestry Starts May 9 in Łódź

Aleksandr Shatskih

Coming to Łódź May 9th, the 15th International Triennial of Tapestry is the oldest, biggest and most prestigious
exhibition promoting contemporary fiber art. Running through October at the Central Museum of Textiles, the exhibition is also one of the most unique events in Europe.

33rd IASP World Conference Comes to Moscow

Phil Butler

Coming to Moscow 19-21 September, Skolkovo Innovation Center in partnership with MSU Science Park and Technopark Strogino and the Moscow City Government will host the 33rd IASP Annual World Conference on Science Parks and Areas of Innovation (IASP).

A Surpising 7 Eastern European Vacation Destinations

Aleksandr Shatskih

If Paris has lost some of its shimmer for you, then how about giving one of the lesser known eastern European cities a whirl? Here’s a surprisingly entertaining and eventful seven you may not have thought of for your 2016 European getaway. Best of all, these unsung gems are some of the most cost effective city breaks you’ll find anywhere. Welcome to Eastern Europe.

Art by Day, Party By Night in Belgrade – Galerija Stab

Phil Butler

For visitors to Belgrade, nights out on the town have never been more artsy and more fun. In the spotlight this month is Galerija Stab, and its Saturday night exhibition openings that remain packed til the morning light.

Radisson Blu Beach Resort, Milatos Crete opens in Greece

Aleksandr Shatskih

Radisson Blu, the iconic hotel brand driven by innovation and design, is proudly announcing the opening of their second hotel in Greece. Located on the northern seaside of the largest and mythical Greek island, Crete, the Radisson Blu Beach Resort, Milatos Crete is a picturesque getaway and a true oasis on the Emerald Bay of Milatos.

Experts Warn Locals and Tourists Of Klyuchevskaya Volcano

Aleksandr Shatskih

Rescuers have recommended that local Kamchatka residents and tourists refrain from traveling to the area nearest the Klyuchevskaya erupting volcano. As reported Tuesday via EMERCOM, the huge volcano began spewing lava,. and there is a potential danger of pyro-clastic flows to the settlements and surrounds of the South Eastern slope there in Kamchatsky Krai.

Greek Consulate in Moscow Flooded by May Day Tourists

Phil Butler

According to reports from the Russian Union of Travel, Greece may be dropping the ball where plane loads of Russian tourists headed on May vacations are concerned. News from Interfax-Tourism suggests more than 10,000 visa applications have yet to be approved.

Donizetti Opera “don Pasquale” Premiers at Bolshoi

Aleksandr Shatskih

Visitors to Moscow and the Bolshoi got a rare treat on Tuesday when the premiere of the Opera Gaetano Donizetti “don Pasquale” directed by Timofey kulyabin was held at the New Bolshoi theatre. Not since 1872 has this opera been staged at the illustrious theater.

Earth Day 2016 In Eastern Europe

Phil Butler

Celebrating its 46th year, Earth Day is all about igniting the passion for Mother Earth, and for inspiring people to channel energy toward environmental issues. Starting tomorrow, the latest issues and groundbreaking ideas come to the forefront. Here’s a sampling of Earth Day events across Eastern Europe.