Archive for the ‘Places to stay’ Category

Lake Baikal

February 15th, 2008

It’s not all military-industrial complexes and brown ladas, you know. Lake Baikal is outstandingly beautiful; read on to see why it was worth the time on the train.



The Trans-Siberian Express

February 15th, 2008

Why take the plane when you can spend four days in abject misery and discomfort, buffeted at every turn by drunk Russian soliders and drinking vodka? Read on to see whether you should tear up your frequent-flier number.



Godzillas Hostel Moscow

February 15th, 2008

Looking for somewhere cheap and extremely cheerful to stay in Moscow? Godzillas might be weirdly-named, but you can watch Sky TV. It’s the little things…



Na Sadovoy Hostel

February 15th, 2008

If you’re taking a tour with Sundowners’ Vodka Train, chances are you’ll be staying here. Should you bring your own cockroach spray? Read on to find out.