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Moscow's Nauka 0+ Festival: What to Know Before You Go
Moscow will host the Nauka 0+ science festival from Oct 9, 2026 to Oct 11, 2026. Its main theme, “Your Cosmic Universe”, offers a reason to add science events to an autumn visit to the capital. The organisers say admission is free, although some events require registration because places are limited. Announced activities include lectures, interactive exhibitions and science shows. Events take place at different venues across Moscow, so there is no single address for the entire programme.

Vladivostok to Celebrate Tiger Day on the Sportivnaya Harbour Waterfront
Vladivostok is scheduled to celebrate Tiger Day on Sep 27, 2026 at the Sportivnaya Harbour waterfront. Visitors can combine a Sunday walk with family activities and evening music. The tourism listing states that admission is free.

Kazan Hippodrome to Host the Autumn Open Space Market
Kazan will host the autumn Open Space Market on Sep 19, 2026 and Sep 20, 2026.

Paid parking to be introduced on Kadetskaya Line in St Petersburg
From Oct 11, 2026, paid parking will operate on part of Kadetskaya Line on Vasilyevsky Island, between Universitetskaya Embankment and Sredny Prospekt. The change matters to residents, visitors and rental-car customers: a familiar roadside space may become part of the paid zone, so drivers should check road signs and the current parking map before stopping.

Kaliningrad Enters Russia’s Top 10 Destinations for the 2026 Velvet Season
Kaliningrad ranked tenth among Russian destinations for the 2026 velvet season. An autumn road trip can combine the city, the Baltic coast, Zelenogradsk, Svetlogorsk and the Viking village of Kaup.

Phuket’s Freedom Beach Remains Closed Due to Rough Sea Conditions
Authorities have extended the closure of Freedom Beach and the swimming ban until sea and weather conditions become safe. Visitors should not enter the closed area and should follow warnings at other beaches.

Phuket Is Ready for the 2026–2027 High Season: When Should You Book a Rental Car?
Phuket is preparing for the 2026–2027 tourist season. Airlines are expanding their route networks, hotels are accepting winter reservations, and travelers are already booking cars for December and January several months in advance.

Fleet renewal: new models are already in stock
We are sharing important changes that will make renting even more convenient.

Summer rates: discounts up to 30% on long-term rentals
We are sharing important changes that will make renting even more convenient.