Gianni Rodari: The Maestro of Imagination

Born October 23, 1920 – Omegna, Italy. Imagine stepping into a time machine. It takes you to post-war Italy. It is a place rebuilding itself not only with bricks but with dreams. There you’d meet a teacher named Gianni Rodari, sitting at a small desk with a notebook full of ideas about children, stories, andContinueContinue reading “Gianni Rodari: The Maestro of Imagination”

Anna Pavlova: The Ballerina Who Became a Dessert

Photo by Karina Kungla on Pexels.com Light as air. Graceful. Unforgettable. These words describe Anna Pavlova, the legendary Russian ballerina of the early 20th century… but they also describe the dessert she inspired. The pavlova cake—a crisp, cloud-white meringue with a soft, marshmallow heart, topped with whipped cream and fresh fruit—was created in her honorContinueContinue reading “Anna Pavlova: The Ballerina Who Became a Dessert”

80 Years Since the End of World War II: We Remember. We Honor. We Never Forget. 

We Remember. We Honor. We Never Forget.  In May 1945, after six years of the bloodiest and most destructive war in human history, the world finally achieved peace.  More than 70 million people died, including millions of innocent civilians, and it permanently altered the path of human history, leaving wounds on every continent.  This yearContinueContinue reading “80 Years Since the End of World War II: We Remember. We Honor. We Never Forget. “

The Solo Travel Paradox: Freedom or Loneliness?

Solo travel has a certain allure—freedom, adventure, discovering yourself in places where no one knows your name. You set your own pace, follow your own curiosities, and answer to no one. Sounds ideal, right? Pros: Total Freedom: Wake up when you want, eat what you crave, go where your heart pulls you. No compromises, noContinueContinue reading “The Solo Travel Paradox: Freedom or Loneliness?”

Hotel vs. Airbnb: Tips on Choosing the Best Accommodation for Your Next Trip.

When it comes to choosing between renting a hotel and booking an Airbnb, the decision depends on your preferences and personal needs. Both options offer unique benefits and considerations that should be taken into account before making a reservation. While travelling, I usually prefer to stay in hotels, but for my trip to Spain, weContinueContinue reading “Hotel vs. Airbnb: Tips on Choosing the Best Accommodation for Your Next Trip.”

Architectural Delights: Pont Alexandre III, Paris.

Pont Alexandre III is one of the most gorgeous and elegant bridges in Paris, represents the peace in relationship between France and Russia. In 1900, Russian Tsar Nicholas II personally placed the bridge’s foundation stone.  The bridge certainly represents the extravagant lifestyle of early 20th-century France. This massive bridge, 154 meters long, 45 meters wide,ContinueContinue reading “Architectural Delights: Pont Alexandre III, Paris.”

Welcome 2024 in Style: Planning the Perfect New Year’s Eve Celebrations.

The coming year 2024, according to the Chinese calendar, will be ruled by the Green Wood Dragon, the only mythological animal in the entire zodiac circle, a symbol of spirituality and wisdom in China, Indonesia and other Asian cultures.  In Chinese culture, the dragon symbolizes good fortune, success, power and glory.   The dragon is aContinueContinue reading “Welcome 2024 in Style: Planning the Perfect New Year’s Eve Celebrations.”

Spread Holiday Cheer: Wishing You Joy and Happiness This Christmas!

Merry Christmas my Dear Friends! Wishing you a holiday season filled with joy, love, and magical moments that warm your heart. May each day be wrapped in peace and sprinkled with kindness. May the Christmas star shine brightly on your path, guiding you to endless happiness. Cheers to a truly wonderful and unforgettable Christmas! WithContinueContinue reading “Spread Holiday Cheer: Wishing You Joy and Happiness This Christmas!”

Santa around the world.

The New Year’s celebrations, with their fabulous, cheerful and kind atmosphere, are always the most magical times of the year. Santa, the beloved figure in every nation, is the symbol of this wonderful holiday. But Santa goes by many names. He is also known as Saint Nicholas, Kris Kringle, Ded Moroz, Father Christmas, Saint Nick, andContinueContinue reading “Santa around the world.”

Magic of December: A Season of Hope, Holidays, and New Beginnings

“December is the time for remembering the past and reaching toward the future.” Ralph Waldo Emerson December is a truly special time of year, filled with expectation and hope as we prepare to say farewell to the current year and welcome the next. As the last month of the year, December brings a sense ofContinueContinue reading “Magic of December: A Season of Hope, Holidays, and New Beginnings”

Gigantic Chairs Around the World: Exploring Beyond Borders! 

Manitoba, Canada This post was published on my Triptipedia Page first. Hello everyone, are you ready to embark on an entertaining journey across the globe, where enormous chairs take the spotlight in the most unexpected places? Today, we’re diving into the story of these giants and exploring their presence in Canada and around the world!   ContinueContinue reading “Gigantic Chairs Around the World: Exploring Beyond Borders! “

Global Greeting Etiquette: Greeting Traditions and Traveling tips for your next trip.

Global Greeting Etiquette: Greeting Traditions and Traveling tips for your next trip.

Victory Day in Russia.

Victory Day is one of the greatest holidays in Russia. It is a  celebration of the end of the World War II, which killed millions of people.  This day, May 9,1945, will forever  remain in history and will always remind people of  those horrible days, starvation, devastation, loss of loved ones and bloody battles.  Victory Day is a big and memorable day for every family in Russia. Almost every family has relatives and friends who fought or died in this horrible war. Our parents who were growing up in the war, remember these terrible days as well.  When the war just started, whole country, regardless of nationalities ( USSR included 15 repablics and more then 100 nationalities.), united and stood up to defend their homeland.  Most European countries celebrate Remembrance or Victory day earlier – on May 8.  In the USSR and Russia now the Victory Day is celebrated on May 9 and in 2021 it will be  the 76th anniversary of victory in the WWII.  Why do Europe and Russia celebrate Victory on different days?  The answer is very simple: the difference in time zones.  The German Instrument of Surrender was signed late in the evening on May 8, 1945, at 22:43 and in Moscow was already 00:43, May 9. The Soviet government announced the Victory on May 9.  The solemn parade in honor of the Victory in World War II was held on June 24, 1945,  on Red Square, in Moscow.  On that day, the Soviet government and people laid flowers at the Lenin Mausoleum and  the Tomb of the Unknown Soldiers, who died in the war fiercely defending their homeland.The whole country had one minute of silence and in the evening was big celebrations and  fireworks.  Since then, every year people have celebrated Victory Day, but not every year there was a military parade.   The fourth paradeContinueContinue reading “Victory Day in Russia.”

The Soviet Love for Italian Music: A Cultural Journey.

I love music! Music is an excellent way to lift your spirits, relieve stress, encourage, inspire, dream, fly away, and simply enjoy life. It always improves my mood. I listen to music everywhere, including at work.  I have a young girl at work who creates a playlist for us to listen to. She is absolutelyContinueContinue reading “The Soviet Love for Italian Music: A Cultural Journey.”

One day trip to Peterhof from St. Petersburg, Russia.

Original post located on Triptipedia. Please click here to visit my page. If you are planning to go to St Petersburg, Russia, please include in your itinerary a one-day trip to Royal summer residence Peterhof. The idea to build a magnificent palace ensemble with fountains belonged to Tsar Peter the Great ( Peter I). You willContinueContinue reading “One day trip to Peterhof from St. Petersburg, Russia.”

Tips for 2021 New Year Celebration.

New Year is a favorite holiday for many people. Everyone is waiting for a miracle and sincerely believes in New Year’s magic.  To make dreams and wishes come true, here are tips for the New Year 2021 celebration: 2021 Year of the Metal Ox The symbol of the coming 2021 year is the Metal Ox. It symbolizes perseverance, stubbornness and energy. The Metal Ox has many respects for hardworking people and is going to beContinueContinue reading “Tips for 2021 New Year Celebration.”

New Year in USSR.

In the USSR the New Year was a non-religious and non-Communist holiday. It was a family festivity, when everyone gathered together for this wonderful celebration and it was the favorite holiday for children and adults. History Before the Russian Revolution  1917, Christmas was the main  winter holiday.  The first official Christmas tree in Russia was arranged by Emperor Nicholas I at the request of his wife, Empress Alexandra Fedorovna, Princess Charlotte of Prussia.  On December 24, 1817 the Christmas tree was installed in theContinueContinue reading “New Year in USSR.”

The quarantine time and projects.

Life is wonderful, interesting, but absolutely unexpected. You never know what is waiting for you around the corner. I was in Tokyo in September and after … Boom… Pandemic. Covid-19 affected our lives, economy, travel, and lots of other industries. It feels like the entire world just freezes, and we are all stuck. Lots ofContinueContinue reading “The quarantine time and projects.”