If you're like me, when you travel to Eastern Europe you love to look at the amber jewelry for sale. Usually set in silver, green, gold, or opaque yellow ... Read More

If you're thinking about travel to Romania, check out Before You Go: Romanian Travel Basics. It will give you the scoop on visas, vaccinations, transportation, and currency. It ... Read More

Have you considered corresponding with an Eastern European Pen Pal? It's one enjoyable and rewarding way to bring you closer to the Eastern and Central European countries of your ... Read More

Ljubljana is Slovenia's capital. Not only is it easy to get around, but it is great for those who love to get out and see the sights. An ... Read More

If you live in or plan to visit Baltimore before the 12th of February, 2006, be sure to visit The Walters Art Museum. It is currently hosting Sacred Arts ... Read More

Slovenia has a lot to offer travelers--short distances, lots of possible sightseeing on foot, and efficient transportation. In addition, most Westerners don't need visas for up to 90 days ... Read More

Kathleen Crislip, the Guide for Student Travel, has a good piece about safety for female travelers that doesn't apply only to students. If you're female and planning to take ... Read More

Bulgaria is one of those countries that has maintained an enigmatic exoticism, especially in the eyes of Westerners. However, it is steadily becoming a favorite tourist destination. While ... Read More

On December 1, 2005, Moscow changed its city dialing code to 495 (it used to be 095) in order to conform with the telecom standards of Europe. In addition, ... Read More

St. Petersburg isn't just for long walks and museum excursions. It also has a nightlife that will appeal to diverse crowds. The clubs in Petersburg range from large ... Read More

Here at About, we're preparing to celebrate Mardi Gras around the world. Maslenitsa is the Russian version of this week-long party. Also called Pancake Week (due to its ... Read More

If you haven't done so already, sign up for the Eastern Europe for Visitors newsletter. It's easy, free, and will keep you up-to-date on all the happenings at ... Read More

Who knew that the Baltics had such cool dining venues and accomodations for visitors? Now that these three countries are coming into their own, they've been spiffing up corners ... Read More

A good side trip for any traveler to St. Petersburg is Vyborg. A stronghold of the Swedes, a Finnish center, and an acquisition of Peter the Great, Vyborg has ... Read More

One of the best sites on the web is the Alexander Palace Time Machine. In your spare moments, it's well worth a look around, and almost as good as ... Read More

Flights to the far reaches of Eastern Europe can be loooong. With delays, layovers, and the sheer distance, you can be looking at a good 20 hours of travel ... Read More

Something that is always striking about Eastern European studies were the enduring feelings of nationalism maintained by peoples under Soviet control. When researching the piece entitled Ukrainian Embroidery, I ... Read More

If you've got friends in Eastern Europe, be aware that postal rates have risen. That one ounce letter to Arkangelsk, Marijampole, or Varna that previously cost you 80 cents ... Read More

As your Guide to Eastern Europe for visitors, I would like to invite you to start and join discussions in the forums. Talk about your personal experiences, ask questions, ... Read More

One of Eastern Europe's major charms includes the small towns locked in the past. When you next travel to Poland, consider a weekend trip to Kazimierz Dolny. With ... Read More