What to do on vacation: 9 ideas for entertainment in different parts of Russia
Miscellaneous / / April 05, 2023
1. Get to the skating rink in Moscow
The capital has a huge selection of ice rinks. The most popular are located at VDNKh, Red Square, in the Hermitage Garden, in Gorky Park. If you want to enjoy the New Year's atmosphere to the fullest, plan a visit in the evening when the garlands and lanterns are lit. You don't have to bring your own skates - you can rent a suitable pair. By the way, not only races are held at the venues. For example, at VDNKh, guests are welcome for morning exercises on ice and sightseeing tours along the Central Alley.
To make the holidays even more pleasant, Tele2 has prepared discounts for winter entertainment for subscribers. For example, using the programMore» at the VDNH skating rink you can take skates for rent for free. To do this, go to application "My Tele2". In the "More" section click the "Activate" button in the offer card, wait for the SMS with the code and enter it when buying tickets to the rink. Don't forget to grab the promo code coffee as a gift. After check-in, you can warm up with a hot cappuccino or latte.
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If your December was too active, and all you want to do during the holidays is enjoy the silence and nature views, go to Kazan. Near the city there are Blue Lakes, the temperature of which almost does not change throughout the year. In winter, they do not freeze, and therefore look very unusual against the backdrop of sparkling snowdrifts. The lakes are located near the capital of Tatarstan, and the easiest way to get there is by car along the M7 highway. If there is no personal transport, you can take bus number 40 to the village of Shcherbakovo, and then walk. By the way, tourists should take a walk around Kazan itself - take a look at the Kremlin, the Kul Sharif mosque and other sights.
3. Have a winter picnic in Kaliningrad
If you prefer a mild winter, go to Kaliningrad. The average temperature in January here is only -1.5 ° C, so it will be comfortable to walk around the city. The most daring can even have a picnic on the shores of the Baltic Sea. The main thing is to stock up on hot drinks and snacks.
Kaliningrad has a lot of interesting architecture. If you are in the city for the first time, it is worth taking a look at the Brandenburg Gate, the Amalienau district and the Cathedral. By the way, on the north side of the temple is the grave of Immanuel Kant. And there are many interesting museums in Kaliningrad - the World Ocean, amber, marzipan.
Festive activities are also held in the city. For example, there is a fair on Kant Island where you can taste caramelized fried almonds and ride a carousel. And in the Cathedral will give Christmas concerts of organ music.
4. Plunge into the hot springs in Perm
There are complexes with outdoor pools both in the city itself and in the Perm region. They work all year round, but swimming in winter is much more interesting than in summer. Frosty air outside and water heated to +38 °C create a pleasant contrast.
If you are planning to relax in one of these places, set aside a whole day for this and arrange a real spa marathon. In addition to the pool with thermal water, it is worth visiting the sauna or hammam. And if you can’t imagine a bathhouse without hot air and a good broom, look into the Russian steam room. By the way, some baths have massage rooms and salt rooms.
A hot spring vacation is a great opportunity to relax and have fun with family or friends. In Perm, Tele2 subscribers can spend three hours in the Weekend thermal bath complex with 25% discount. You can get such a promotional code in the My Tele2 mobile application in the "More" section of the program.
Get promo code5. Watch The Nutcracker in Novosibirsk
The Opera and Ballet Theater is one of the most recognizable places in Novosibirsk. If you are in the city on vacation, do not miss the opportunity to join the art. Until January 8, you can immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a fairy tale and magic at the New Year's ballet The Nutcracker. The theatre’s playbill also includes the ballet The Little Humpbacked Horse and the opera fairy tale Morozko.
By the way, the Siberian Snow Sculpture Festival will open in Central Park in early January. Sculptors from different cities and countries traditionally come to the event and create masterpieces from snow right on the spot.
6. Go around all the museums and avenues of St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg is able to charm even in winter. Start your walk from Nevsky Prospekt, the main street of the city. Along the way, you will meet ancient buildings, museums and cozy cafes where you can warm up with a cup of coffee. Stop at the Singer's house and the Stroganov Palace for very atmospheric photos. After walking along the avenue, you can move to the Palace Square. There is one of the main attractions - the Winter Palace. And there are many unusual museums in the city - for example, Soviet slot machines, body anomalies, Grigory Rasputin's museum-apartment.
In winter, fairs are open in St. Petersburg on Manezhnaya Square and Malaya Sadovaya Street. They also conduct city walking tours - go to one to admire the main city Christmas trees and festive illuminations.
7. Go skiing in Sheregesh
Ski resorts and bases in the Kemerovo region will please those who are not used to spending their holidays lying on the couch. There are many trails here. For example, gentle slopes are suitable for beginner skiers and snowboarders. And those who already ride confidently can take a closer look at the steep descents and freeride areas. One of the most famous ski resorts in the Kemerovo region is Sheregesh. There are 15 trails of varying length and difficulty. In addition, snowmobile tours and helicopter flights are offered for guests.
For the guests of Sheregesh, Tele2 also has a nice offer. When buying a ski pass to the Sector E resort, you can get a lift as a gift. Press the "Activate" button in the offer card in the "My Tele2" application, wait for the SMS with the promotional code, show it at the checkout - and go to the tracks!
These are far from all promotions and discounts that can please Tele2 subscribers in winter. Go to the section "More”, search for your city and choose the best deals to your liking.
"More" discounts!8. Take a dog sled ride in Karelia
Winter Karelia is fluffy snow, majestic fir trees and frozen waterfalls. If you're lucky, you might even see the northern lights. One of the most popular winter activities here is dog sledding. Ride most often on huskies and malamutes.
There are several nurseries in the region. For example, Husky Moa eco-complex is located 30 kilometers from Petrozavodsk. And in the Sortavalsky district - the nursery "Belaya Runa". Not only Siberian huskies live there, but also foxes, owls, reindeer and other animals. By the way, the place is located near the Ruskeala waterfalls, near which the Soviet film “The Dawns Here Are Quiet” was filmed.
9. "Fly" on the frozen Baikal
If you plan to spend your holidays in Buryatia, be sure to go to the main lake of the region. Here you can go skating and listen to the famous "cosmic" crackle of the winter Baikal. Want to add a pinch of extreme sports to your vacation? Rent a hovercraft. Such boats-all-terrain vehicles easily move both on ice and on water. Due to the design, they rise above the surface of the lake and literally “fly” forward, and do not swim.
If you are lucky with the weather and you manage to catch the sun, arrange a photo session. Pure and transparent blocks of ice pierced by rays of light - incredible pictures are provided to you. And if you have time, take a look at the Trans-Baikal National Park - it's worth going there at least to see the unique Baikal seals.