Plan you event in Russian in advance! Moscow and St Pet seem to be pretty busy with lots of international and sport events in 2017 including Confederation Cup in June/July. We are pleased to offer you information on newly renovated beautiful Archangelskoye estate near Moscow - perfect place for gala event, some guests speakers that Travel Russia can offer for your groups as well as winter activites in Sochi!

Sincerely,
Helen Isaeva

Incentive Possibilities: Fancy Ball in Arkhangelskoe Estate

It is a well known fact that Moscow is a wonderful place for incentive programs. It possesses almost unlimited grounds for different team building activities and events. In this issue we would like to introduce to you the new fascinating activity: A Fancy Ball in Arkhangelskoe Estate (near Moscow), which will bring you back into the XIX century.

XIX century is marked in the history of Russia with a raise of arts and culture. Luxurious Arkhangelskoe estate was famous for receptions of poets, musicians, artists, jewellers and just wealthy aristocrats during those times. We offer you to delve into this gallant epoch by visiting this ball.

The event can be organized for a group upon request. All components of the ball including costumes will match the epoch. The program of the ball includes entertainment activities, dinner, circus and music show. It can be modified in accordance with the guests' requirements. This event is a guarantee of a "once in a lifetime" experience which will make your incentive program unforgettable.

Interesting Guest Speakers

Meeting interesting people is always a part of the adventure. Travel Russia can organize a lecture or a meeting with a renowned person, such as Alexey Leporc - a Curator of the State Hermitage Museum or Victor Kuvaldin - Head of Social-Human Department of Moscow State University, a member of Gorbachev Fund.

Alexey Leporc is a Curator in the Department of Western European Art at the State Hermitage Museum. Studied Art History at Leningrad University, after graduation was a Professor at several universities in St. Petersburg and since 2002 is a Curator of XIX-XX centuries prints at the Department of Western European Art at the State Hermitage Museum. He Lectured at Vienna's Insititute of Art History, in Munich's Central Institute of Art History and the Berlin Kulturstifung der Laender, universities and scientific societies of Kiev, Washington, Michigan, at the Courtauld Institute in London, V and A, Bangor, and many other places in UK and in Russia.

He has accompanied several high level visits to Russia over the years for The World Monuments Fund, The Guggenheim Museum, The Victoria and Albert Musuem, The Courtauld Institute, National Arts Collections Fund and the Hermitage Museum Foundation (USA).

Victor Kuvaldin is Ph.D in History, Head of Social-Human Department of Moscow State University, member of Gorbachev Fund, was one of the President's speechwriters, wrote a number of books devoted to globalization and Russia in modern world. Victor Kuvaldin is one of the founders of "Realist" club, "93 Club", "Unity for the Russia's Sake" and "Union on National Strategy" fund. Worked as a consultant in International Policy for Central Committee of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union and USSR President. Was a coordinator of significnt international scientific projects. Appears as a TV and Radio political analyst. Can lecture on any topic in politics/economy.

Winter Activities in Sochi

Sochi is the city in the South of Russia which possesses the unique mountain ski-resorts. A great number of winter entertainment possibilities can be offered there. Below we listed some of them. Many other activities can be orgnaized upon request.

Picnic on Snow
A picnic in the mountains of Krasnaya Polyana ski resort guarantees special cosy atmosphere, created with the help of bonfires, warm tea and mull wine, freshly cooked pan cakes, local cuisine dishes as well as songs, dances and games. Various outdoor activities can be added: sowmobile riding, sleighing, team games, sports competitions, horse riding, shooting club competitions and many others.

Ski Safari
This is a ski trip to the mountain top and along the ridge to the mountain ski resorts, observing captivating panoramic views. Helicopter flight is also available.

Excursion to Sky Park
It is the only adventure park in Russia. The most exciting thing in the park is SkyBridge - the longest suspension bridge in the world (439 m). There are many other entertainment options: One of the highest bungies in the world - BUNGY (207 m) and BUNGY (69 m), the highest swing in the world - SochiSwing (170 m), MegaTroll (700 m long).

Yachting Master Class
This is a wonderful opportunity to learn basics of yachting. Guests will be offered a protective suit. Even after the first master class you will be able to sail.

Winter sailing regatta is as exciting as in Summer. This team-building activity is suitabel for more experienced sailers.

Igloo Building
You will have a chance to build an Eskimo icehouse (igloo). You can use all you fantasy and handy instruments to build this house.