Barentsburg is yet another indication of Russian presence on Spitsbergen, but a “living” one. The coal mining town hasn’t brought any profit for its state for a long time. I don’t even know if coal mining in the Arctic has … Continued
Today, Iceland is very popular among tourists, attracting more and more travellers from all over the world each year. Considering the size of the island and the high prices, it takes a bit of effort to squeeze as much of … Continued
To many people, the Canary Islands are all about the beaches, the sun, and relaxation. This is what numerous tourists every year come for. However, the prime calling card of the Islands is their “lord”, the Teide volcano, 3,718 meters high. … Continued
Spitsbergen is a place where the modern Norwegian lifestyle exists hand-in-hand with Soviet habits. There are three Russian villages on the archipelago. One of them – Barentsburg – is active, while others are considered closed/abandoned. It is one of these villages that … Continued