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What Do Russians Say When They Toast?

In a previous post, we revealed that Russians don't really say “na zdarovje” when they toast. While the phrase has been…

Government makes Russian Language easier

Students will be happy to learn that the Russian Government has today announced plans to make Russian language easier in…

When’s the Best Time to Visit St. Petersburg?

Visiting St. Petersburg in the summer is very different to visiting it in the winter. But which season is best?…

5 Brilliant Russian Animal Idioms

Russian is a fanciful language, full of idioms and proverbs that do not always have a counterpart in other languages.…

Are Russians Friendly? Answers to Common Questions About Russians

In our last post in the “You Asked, We Answered” series, we looked at Google’s most frequently asked questions about…