Winter festivals in Russia focus on the celebration of both Christian and Pagan holidays, as well as Russia's strong musical tradition. In both St. Petersburg and Moscow, classical music festivals ... Read More

Maybe you're on of those individuals who is of the frame of mind tha the holidays are just regular days no matter what meaning they've been given. Or maybe you're ... Read More

Another gay rights event was banned in Eastern Europe this week - this time in Vilnius. Unfortunately, it has become common practice for city officials to shut down shop on ... Read More

Around the About.com network, you'll find some of the most essential information for travel - from where to stay, dine, or sight-see, to more basic information, like how to use ... Read More

Flights to Eastern Europe can be long - especially if you're flying from the US or Canada - and tense. Unhappy children, neighbors who don't seem to understand that headphone ... Read More

According to BBC, Russia has a sports rioting culture that is considered to be one of the most frightening in Europe. Recent riots in Moscow over a soccer match with ... Read More

There are many great reasons to travel to Eastern Europe during the winter months. And, while you may not want to take any leisurely strolls through your destination's historic districts, ... Read More

Even though much of historic Warsaw was destroyed by Nazis during WWII, the Varsovians have done a darn good job of resurrecting the former beauty of some of the most ... Read More

An Italian man in Australia was treated with a vodka drip for three days when the doctors ran out of medicinal alcohol. While this may seem humorous, far-fetched, or downright ... Read More

Valenki, or winter boots made of felt, can be found in Russia and may be worn in the Eastern European countryside. These boots, while traditional, may be better purchased as ... Read More

If you're traveling to Eastern Europe in the winter seasons, packing proper clothing can be difficult. Not only is winter clothing heavier and bulkier than clothing for temperate seasons, making ... Read More

It was previously requested by a reader that a list be provided of Eastern European (Bulgarian in particular) films. Unfortunately, this would be impossible as 1) I am not a ... Read More

One of my Bulgarian contacts recommended the movie Eastern Promises for its treatment of issues related to Eastern Europe. If you can stomach the blood and violence, you'll be able ... Read More

Tomorrow, October 4th, 2007 marks the 50th Anniversary of the launch of the world's first artificial satellite, Sputnik. Sputnik was launched by the USSR in 1957, the Americans' great dismay. ... Read More