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#6 I didn't know that Intourist was originally a branch of the KGB, very interesting. That probably explains the ease at which Intourist...

I am planning my summer holiday for this year along the river Volga, more specifically from Volgograd to Kazan. The itinerary will be over...

In the past I have used Intourist; they used to be the old Soviet operator and still have a large network of contacts. They can arrange...

Many thanks for your comment on my blog.

Personally I didn't find the insects too bad, however, I did use plenty insect repellant. This was especially useful in and around Dilijan...

I was in a similar position when I arrived in Yerevan, although my flight arrived at 6:30am. I don't know if you have purchased your visas...

I have a week off work in February; I have decided to go to either Lviv or Odessa. I have been in Ukraine six times, however, I have never...

The Russian language is very useful in both Armenia and Georgia, especially when it comes to using public transport and food shopping....

Thank you to both Envoy and Dorehmasia. In answer to your question Dorehmasia yes I do speak a little Russian....

I’ve just returned from Armenia after a brilliant two weeks stay, so I thought I would share some of my experiences with you:...

Both of my parents are now over 65 and they're regular travellers. In the UK Marks & Spencer's insurance is quite good, especially if you...

I am going to Armenia for a fortnight from July 27th, I am staying in Yerevan, Dilijan and Goris. To be honest I'm not concerned about...

I will be holidaying in Armenia for 2 weeks from the end of July, I appreciate there is a lot to see and do so I have decided to base...

In October of this year I'm going to Berlin for a 5 day break with my parents. Now, whether I'm mad or not I'll no doubt find out when I'm...

I will be into Arlanda Airport in a fortnight's time; is it worth I buying Tickets for the Arlanda express before I arrive, or is it best...