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About hunting in North America

North America has some of the greatest hunting and some of the finest game animals found anywhere in the world. Hunting opportunities in North America are tremendous and vary greatly from whitetail hunting in Eastern hardwood forests to elk hunting in high alpine meadows of the Rocky Mountains to mule deer in the deserts of Sonora to muskox in the Canadian Arctic. The success of North America’s wildlife management is attributed to the “North American Model of Wildlife Conservation,” which relies on money generated by hunters, through licenses and a surcharge on the purchase of hunting gear, for the funding required to conserve and maintain game animals. Under this model, game animals in North America have made a tremendous comeback over the past century and thrive throughout the continent in record numbers today. Because hunting in North America is managed at the state and provincial level, hunting methods, traditions, ethics, and laws are different from one region to another. For example, black bears may be legally hunted over bait in some states and provinces, are hunted with dogs in others, and can be legally taken only by spot-and-stalk in others. It’s crucial to study the laws and regulations of the state or province you are hunting in. Wildlife agencies in each state and province generally have excellent, detailed websites where the information may be found.

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Meet your guides

  • Laurie Meyer Louisiana, United States 9.7 • 1 review "Shoot Your Boots!" "Kill A Gator Wear 'Em Lator!" Wear Your Trophy! Only turn-key gator hunt with all-inclusive package hosted in Louisiana that includes both gator hunt & custom gator boots, belt & wallet! View the outfitter page
  • Cavi Del Rio Tamaulipas, Mexico 10.0 • 1 review With more than 30 years of hunting experience , whether we are after whitetail deer, white wing dove , ducks, wild bobwhite quail or wild turkey n, my staff & I take great pride and care in ensuring that each and every one of our guests experiences the best wing-shooting and hunting in Mexico and the adventure of a lifetime. View the outfitter page
  • Paul Trepus British Columbia, Canada 9.6 • 3 reviews Inzana Outfitters is a big game hunting operation located in North Central British Columbia, Canada. We have the exclusive guiding rights to over 3000 square miles of territory. Paul and Marilyn Trepus bought the guide business in 1999 and have a great team of guides and cooks that work hard to provide top notch world class hunting adventurers. View the outfitter page
  • John Prosak Saskatchewan, Canada 9.8 • 4 reviews Located 30 minutes NE of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Owner and operator John purchased the property due to its location in the heart of Saskatchewan’s flyway. This province is home to one of the largest duck populations on the continent. Thousands of “honkers” fill the sky with long V-formations; snow geese cover fields like freshly fallen snow, and sandhill cranes fill the air with distinctive rolling cries. With our high bag limits and multiple species of waterfowl, We are in the centre of the migration. There is no other place in Canada to experience hunting like this. View the outfitter page
  • Alisha Mutts Decker Alaska, United States 9.8 • 3 reviews With over 40 years of guiding experience in Southeast Alaska and Glacier Bay National Park, We are an exceptional choice for your next hunting adventure in the Alaskan wilderness. We were formed in 1974 by Master Guides Jimmie C. and MaryAnn. Over the years, the business has grown to be one of the largest professional Guide/Outfitter operations in the State of Alaska. We are a family-owned and operated, with Master Guide Mutts and Zach carrying on the outfitting tradition. View the outfitter page
  • Bob Cusack Alaska, United States Nestled on the Alaska Peninsula between Lake Clark National Park and the Katmai National Monument is the Cusack's Alaska Lodge. The lodge sits 200 miles to the southwest of Anchorage amid the beauty of wild Alaska. Your hosts are Bob and Lula Cusack, who built the lodge. Bob is a professional grade bush pilot and has been flying fisherman to remote locations for nearly 40 years. This is a rustic, luxury lodge that blends the best of wild Alaska with the best of modern society. View the outfitter page
  • Mike Franklin Washington, United States Pacific Wings now offers high-quality Canadian Prairie Waterfowl Adventures in addition to our home base in Eastern Washington. Goose and Duck Hunting is fantastic in both Washington and Saskatchewan. In Saskatchewan we offer Guided Snow Goose Hunting, Honker Hunting, Specklebelly Hunting, Duck Hunting. Also Guided Crane and Upland Hunting. Our well appointed lodge and home cooked meals will assure your stay is comfortable. Washington offers Guided Duck Hunts, Guided Canada Goose Hunts and spring Snow Goose Hunts. View the outfitter page
  • Dean Crocker Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada 9.7 • 1 review Hunting Newfoundland for Trophy Moose, Black Bear and Woodland Caribou, is the hunting experience of a lifetime. Built by some of Newfoundland’s greatest hunting and outdoor enthusiasts, We are owned and operated by outfitter and professional hunting guide Dean, who has over thirty Five years of hunting experience. Our team of professional Hunters and Guides have a life time of experience in hunting Newfoundland and its wilderness. All our Hunts are 1×1 guided hunts View the outfitter page
  • Michael Heisler Saskatchewan, Canada 10.0 • 1 review We have guided hunters in Saskatchewan for over 40 years. We are a family run buisness established by hunters who have solidified an outstanding reputation in the outfitting industry. Our professional guide team has years of knowledge and experience in the outfitting industry as well as a lifetime of hunting, we will provide you with the highest possible chance for a successful hunt. You can be assured that our team will work hard so your hunt is one you will not forget! View the outfitter page

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  • Elk Wyoming There's not much more exciting than being in the woods during the elk rut. Being in the presence of bugling bull elk will get any hunter's heart pumping. This episode of Bush TV will do just that!
  • Alaska Wolf Not your every day footage folks! A young wolf poking around in brown bear territory. Similar in size and behaviour (being social creatures), humans and wolves have always competed for food and territory.
  • Bison You wouldn't want to get between these tow fighting Bison!
  • Bighorn Sheep With Ewes in estrus, Bighorn Sheep Rams become very worked up and the Mating Dance ensues. Few people get to see this ritual up close.
  • Elk Bugle There's not much more exciting than being in the woods during the elk rut. Being in the presence of bugling bull elk will get any hunter's heart pumping.
  • Moose Bull Moose bull just taking a stroll in Iowa.
  • Mountain Lion A (New) Mexican standoff! Normally when you see mountain lions held at bay by the hounds, the cats are up on a tree, but not this time around.
  • Sparring Pronghorn Who will be the dominant male in this sparring contest? The Pronghorn is the fastest animal in the Western hemisphere, reaching speeds up to 60 miles per hour, and can maintain 30-40 mph over long distances, which can often be witnessed come migration time.
  • Elk Bugle Big bull Elk bugling
  • Vancouver Island Elk The king of the meadow!
  • Elk mudding it up Elk bull enjoying the mud after the rain on Vancouver Island
  • Alaska Brown bear The Alaskan brown bear is the largest land predator on Earth. One reason for the exceptional size of these bruins is the plentiful supply of fat and protein in the form of salmon in Alaska's rivers and streams. Here's an up close and personal look a hunter got of this ritual for survival!
  • Wild Turkey The wild turkey is a favorite pursuit of many hunter's dreams. The wiley and elusive gobblers can test the most experienced and patient sportsmen. But in some cases their desire to mate and their bravado overpower their good senses. Check out this gang of gobblers taking out their frustrations on this hunter's Jake decoy!
  • Whitetail Deer Love monster whitetails? Ever heard of a "horizontal rub?" Check out this video of some magnificent free-range Iowa whitetails making use of these man-made devices. Warning: Not responsible for facial injury from watching these Midwest jawdroppers!
  • Lone Coyote A lone Coyote calling
  • Alligator Glide Alligator just gliding through the water
  • Coyote Calling Group of Coyote's calling
  • Elk walks across a river Big bull Elk walking across a river in Vancouver, Canada.
  • Moose Family Moose family walking across a river in Iowa.
  • Sparring Mule Deer Mule Deer sparring to see who is the dominant male
  • Brown Bear run Brown Bear running away from a drone
  • Wild Turkeys Fight Wild Turkeys fight for many reasons, such mating rights, territorial usage and social intra flock structure. Fighting establishes their pecking order. Awesome footage of two Turkey going at each other.
  • Bison Dust Storm Two American Bison putting up a dust storm
  • Mountain Goat having a snack The "goat" part in the name is not entirelly correct - it's actually a goat-antelope, akin to pronghorn. But the "mountain" part is more than accurate!
  • Mallard Ducks Huge flock of Mallard Ducks in Saskatchewan
  • Thousands of Pintails Remember the stories about the "good old days" when "the birds were so many, you couldn't see the sky behind them when they flew by"? Well, for some of our outfitters the "good old days" are right now - check out this swarm of pintails in Saskatchewan!
  • Black Bear & Racoon Black Bear & Racoon having a feast at a baiting spot
  • Black Bear Black Bear enjoying lunch at a bait site
  • Cautious Wolf A very cautious Wolf at a bait site in Canada
  • Fighting Alligators Two Alligators taking one another on to show who is the boss
  • Caribou Herd Big healthy herd of Caribou in Alaska
  • Grouse Fight Grouse fighting to see who is the dominant one
  • Mule Deer in snow Beautiful Mule Deer walking through the snowy fields of Texas
  • Bighorn Sheep Bighorn Sheep bashing horns
  • Moose Bulls Two Moose bulls having a very relaxed sparring session
  • Pronghorn chase Two Pronghorn antelope chasing one another at the speed of light
  • Curious Shiras-colored Brown Bear This Shiras-colored Brown Bear really wants to know what is going on and who is looking at him
  • Brown Bear eating lunch Amazing footage of a Brown Bear enjoying lunch in the water
  • Bear fishing for Salmon This huge Brown Bear is fishing for salmon in Alaska with Full Scope Outfitters
  • Bison in snow Awesome footage of a lone Bison walking about while the snow starts to come down
  • Moose swim Moose taking a swim in Alaska
  • Majestic Moose Majestic Moose bull walking through the field
  • Busted by Bear Bear strolling along and then he smells us! That was the end of our stalk
  • Bear eating grass Beautiful brown Bear strolling about and eating grass
  • Bear Snacking Bear enjoys an afternoon snack
  • Bear in rain Big Bear in the pouring rain
  • Big Moose Big Moose in the Alaskan forest with Glacier Guides
  • Close encounter Close encounter with a big Bear while walking in the forest
  • Close to tree stand Bear getting very close to our tree stand
  • Massive Brown Bear Massive Brown Bear standing in the rain
  • Mountain Goat Mountain Goat coming down a mountain in thick snow
  • Mountain Goat on the edge Beautiful Mountain Goat on the edge of a cliff staring straight at us
  • Mountain Goat scratching Mountain Goat scratching his head on the ground
  • Bear searching Bear searching for food on the edge of a river
  • Two Bears Two Bears feeding
  • Elk bull chasing Elk bull chasing a Elk cow
  • Bear on a ladder This Bear wants to see what is at the top
  • Bears at bait Bears having a great feast
  • Sparring Whitetail Sparring Whitetail caught on trail-cam
  • Bison search Bison searching for something
  • Young Bison Young Bison sparring
  • Bighorn searching Bighorn searching for food
  • Yawning Bear This Bear must have had a late night

There are few places in the world more exciting and challenging to hunt. From the snowy peaks of the northern Rockies to the deserts of the Southwest to the hardwood forests of the East and Midwest, the wide variety of landscapes provide a breathtaking array of hunting experiences for a plentiful selection of game animals. Whether you desire pronghorn, mountain goat, moose, white-tailed deer, bighorn sheep, black bear, mule deer, elk, or mountain lion, each offers a different adventure.

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Dream Hunts: 20 Incredible Big Game Hunting Trips

From moose hunts in Canada to monster mule deer hunts in the desert, here are our picks for 20 hunting trips to plan your greatest outdoor adventure ever

By The Editors | Published Mar 4, 2021 5:24 PM EST

Trophy bull elk bugles from a mountainside meadow

We know that big game hunting season is still months away, but just the idea of getting to travel more easily and safely this year already has us thinking about dream hunts. S we asked our experts to pick the best big game hunts in North America that the average hunter can actually pull off. To be clear: This isn’t another lists of cheap, DIY hunts (though some of these are easily taken on your own), nor is it a roundup of expensive outfitters. These trips are chosen for value. So, quit dreaming and start planning.

The 20 Best Hunting Trips for Your Budget

We’ve done the research—and taken many of these hunts ourselves—to create a list of the very best big game hunting opportunities and affordable hunting trips.

1. Where to Hunt Moose in Alberta

Big Country: Alberta Moose Hunting

Logistics: Once you secure a moose tag from your outfitter, you just need a passport to get into Canada, the proper paperwork to get a firearm across the border, and a Wildlife Identification Number (WIN) card to hunt Alberta. Price: $5,000 to $7,000 — Will Brantley

2. Hunt Record-Book Black Bears in Northern Saskatchewan

Why You Should Go: Huge swaths of northern Saskatchewan are only accessible by boat or plane. Up there, most black bears die of old age. A few outfitters are pioneering into areas where bears have never been hunted. This region has the genetics for giant boars; it may be the best opportunity anywhere to shoot a true trophy-class black bear. Logistics: The best hunting is in June. Licenses are only available through an outfitter. Hunters fly into Saskatoon, and then make the rest of the trip in vehicles, floatplanes, and boats via the outfitter. Price: $4,000 to $5,000 (Guided) — Brad Fenson

3. Travel to Kodiak Island, Alaska, for a Blacktail Deer Adventure

Why You Should Go: If hunting blacktail deer on the home turf of the world’s largest brown bears doesn’t get your adrenaline pumping, then we can’t help you. These true wilderness hunts are usually based from a boat that provides a dry place to sleep (and protection from bears). Good bucks abound here, and depending on the weather, you may find them anywhere from the beach to the high peaks. Logistics: The small planes and boats required to get to Kodiak make travel challenging. Transporters provide boats for D.I.Y. trips, but the hunting is up to you. Outfitted hunts are much more inclusive. Licenses are over the counter. For more information, go to adfg.alaska.gov. Price: $3,000 to $4,000 (Transported and unguided or guided) — B.F.

4. Stalk Giant Velvet Mule Deer in Alberta

Why You Should Go: Three-hundred-plus-pound muleys, close-range spot-and-stalk, and velvet antlers are indeed the stuff of dreams for most bowhunters: It’s what makes Alberta such a hot destination during the September bow season—and your odds only go up during gun season. The region is marked by rolling prairie, steep coulees, and a smattering of cropfields, making it the perfect place to grow trophy bucks, and to sneak up on them. Logistics: The only way to obtain a tag in Alberta is through an outfitter, but there are dozens in the region. The Alberta Professional Outfitters Society has a directory. Price: $3,000 to $4,000 (Guided) — B.F.

5. Why Idaho Is the Best State to Hunt Color Phase Black Bears

Idaho Spring Bear hunting

Why You Should Go: Idaho has one of the largest black bear populations in the Rocky Mountains, and a high percentage of color-phase bruins. From mid April through June, you can spot bears on south-facing slopes, munching on the green grass they need to flush their systems after hibernation. You can hire a guide, or spot-and-stalk from the dirt roads and trails coursing through national forest land for a rare D.I.Y. trophy. Logistics: There are plenty of tags available over the counter, and some units allow you to take two bears. There are dozens of reputable outfitters for both spot-and-stalk and baited hunts. Price: $2,000 to $3,000 (Guided); $1,000 to $2,000 (Unguided) — Ben Romans

6. Wyoming Pronghorns Is One of the Most Affordable Hunting Trips in the U.S.

Colorado and Wyoming pronghorn hunting

Why You Should Go: ­Wyoming has more antelope than people, and an array of hunting opportunities. To chase a trophy pronghorn, you can build points for a managed area. If you just want to hunt antelope, there are zones where you can draw every year or buy a leftover tag, of which there are usually plenty. You can hire a guide, hunt on public ground, or hunt private ground for a landowner fee—or in some cases for free with permission. Logistics: Wyoming begs for a D.I.Y. hunt, but there are plenty of good outfitters, too. Wyoming Game and Fish’s new Hunt Planner is an invaluable resource. Price: $2,000 to $3,000 (Guided); $1,000 to $2,000 (Unguided) — B.F.

7. Welcome to Axis Deer Paradise

Why You Should Go: If you’re after adventure, natu­ral beauty, exclusivity, and the finest red meat on earth, then Lanai, a 90,000-acre private island 40 miles west of Maui, is the spot. You may see hundreds of animals in a day while hunting one of the world’s largest populations of free-range axis deer . There are mouflon sheep, too. The terrain is spectacular and ­diverse, with mountains, plains, and ocean vistas. Logistics: You’ll fly to Maui, Hawaii, then ferry to Lanai. The stunning Hotel Lanai is under $200 per night. Since the game is privately owned, you’ll pay an outfitter about $3,000 for one day (though bowhunters might need two) of guided hunting that includes a trophy stag and two non-trophies. Price: $3,000 to $6,000 (Guided) — Jeff Johnston

8. Chase Barren-Ground Caribou in Manitoba

Manitoba Central Barren Ground Caribou

Why You Should Go: Northern Manitoba borders Hudson Bay, and the mixed habitat along the shoreline is the historical migration route of central barren-ground caribou. This hunt won’t cost you much more than a D.I.Y. fly-in adventure in other parts of the North, but it’s logistically easier, and success rates on trophy bulls are much higher. Logistics: The region is only accessible by airplane, with licenses available through outfitters who take care of planning and details. Much of the hunting is done from boats, and from both permanent and spike camps. Price: $5,000 to $6,000 (Guided) — B.F.

9. Stalk Trophy Mule Deer in the Nebraska Sandhills

Why You Should Go: The Nebraska Sandhills are the up-and-coming place to kill a big mule deer buck. Miles of rolling hills are woven with creekbottoms and some agriculture. Like Alberta, it’s ideal habitat for growing big deer and for spot-and-stalk hunting—but more affordable, and with great D.I.Y. opportunities. Logistics: Permits are available via application, and most tags are good for either a mule deer or a whitetail ­(outdoor​­nebraska.​gov/​hunting​­seasons). There are significant chunks of public land, along with some excellent outfitters for hunting private ground. Price: $3,000 to $4,000 (Guided); $1,000 to $2,000 (Unguided) — B.F.

10. Tag a 350-Inch Bull Elk in New Mexico

Why You Should Go: The Gila National Forest in southwest New Mexico is 3.3 million public acres of famously good elk hunting. Secure a tag and you have a solid chance at killing a 350-inch bull. The terrain is largely sandy, and full of pinyon and ponderosa pine. The climate is mild. Though some outfitters use horses to get deep into the backcountry, plenty of the Gila is accessible on foot. Logistics: New Mexico doesn’t award preference points. Nonresidents hunting solo are allotted 6 percent of the licenses in a drawing pool; nonresidents who book with a guide, 10 percent. You can apply as a party to help your chances, and a good outfitter can assist you with the process and put you on elk once you’ve drawn. According to the outfitters we polled, most hunters get drawn at least once every four years, so put in now. Price: $5,000 to $6,000 (Guided); $2,000 to $3,000 (Unguided) — W.B.

11. Plan the Ultimate Big Game Hunting Trip in Montana

Why You Should Go: Montana’s Bob Marshall Wilderness is one of the only places in the world where you can rifle hunt rutting elk, mule deer, black bears, and wolves all at the same time. Hunter success with a good outfitter runs about 50 percent, meaning that a hardworking hunter should take two of the four species during a 10-day hunt, with pretty good trophy potential. Logistics: Riding in via horseback takes a full day and can leave you too sore to hunt hard the next, so opting for a picturesque helicopter ride into “The Bob” is worth considering—and less costly than you may think. Contact an outfitter early to apply for tags, and you’ll almost surely draw. Price: $4,000 to $6,000 (Guided) — Joseph von Benedikt

12. Travel to Utah for One of the Best Mule Deer Hunts Ever

Trio of big mule deer bucks

Why You Should Go: Utah’s extended archery hunt offers a chance to chase rutting muley bucks on an easy-to-draw tag. Draw for any unit in the state (some regions are almost 100 percent odds even for nonresidents), but don’t hunt the regular season. Hold off and that unused tag will qualify you to hunt the archery-only area in the public-access Wasatch Mountains during late November and early December. There’s no rifle season here, allowing bucks to grow big and old. It’s arguably the best big-buck hunt in Utah short of drawing a premium tag, which can take decades. Logistics: You’ll need to earn an online-education certificate for this hunt, but it’s not difficult and well worth it. Prepare to glass big country, stalk up steep canyons in knee-deep snow, and shoot long. Price: $1,000 to $2,000 ­(Unguided) — J.v.B.

13. Chase Northwest Colorado Pronghorns

Why You Should Go: There are antelope all over the West. But if you’re after a true bruiser of a buck, few regions are better than northwest Colorado. Moffat County consistently produces more Booner speed goats than any other county in the state. The rolling landscape here has plenty of peaks and valleys for spot-and-stalk hunting, and numerous irri­gated alfalfa fields and livestock operations for water-hole archery hunts. Logistics: You can apply for points, hunt the ample BLM ground in the area, and probably kill a giant buck in a couple of days—especially with a rifle. The best trophy units here can take up to 15 points to draw, though with a little research, you can get a tag within five years in units that are almost as good. If you’re going guided, a number of outfitters have tags for sale every year. Price: $3,000 to $4,000 (Guided); $1,000 to $2,000 (Unguided) — W.B.

14. How to Plan a D.I.Y. Coues Deer Hunt

Why You Should Go: These tiny gray deer live in lonely, high-desert country, and they behave—and are hunted—more like desert bighorn sheep than whitetails. Prepare to have your mettle tested against steep, remote mountains infested with thorns—and your soul renewed by a backdrop of shockingly beautiful desert sunrises and sunsets. Logistics: Tags are easier to draw during the November pre-rut than for the December rut hunt. If you’re willing to build points, you can eventually draw a tag for a unit offering a legit chance at mature bucks with big genetics, though it’s possible to draw every year in some less popular units. Check the Arizona Game and Fish for details. Price: $1,000 to $2,000 (unguided) — J.v.B.

15. Guide Hunts for Mountain Lions in Idaho and Colorado

Colorado and Idaho Mountain Lions

Why You Should Go: If you love the sound of hounds at work, intense physical challenge, and an element of danger, go on a mountain lion hunt. Both Colorado and Idaho have thriving cat populations, and the states are neck-and-neck for B&C entries. When the dogs strike a hot track, the experience is as intense as it gets. Logistics: Both states ­offer over-the-counter ­licenses and long seasons open to hunting with hounds, but you want to go later in winter. Ideally, you keep a flexible schedule with an outfitter and hunt after a fresh snow. Check regs closely; in Colo­rado, you must pass a free (but easy) online course before getting a license. Check quotas daily. And plan on bringing the meat home—it tastes just like pork. Price: $4,000 to $5,000 (Guided) — W.B.

Win the Lottery: Our Top 5 Bucket List Tags for the Ultimate Big Game Hunting Adventure

Desert Bighorn Nevada

These five bucket-list hunts can take 10 years or more to draw. But you’ve just got to try…

1. Bighorn Sheep: Missouri River Breaks, Montana

If you draw, you can tackle this adventure on your own or hire an outfitter. Montana Fish, Wildlife, & Parks

2. Trophy Elk: Arizona

In several trophy units, bulls scoring 380 B&C or better are regularly taken, including some over 400. Arizona Game & Fish

3. Mule Deer: Utah

Odds of drawing in a trophy unit are long, but this 20-plus-point tag promises a muley buck of a lifetime. ­ Utah Division of Wildlife Resources

4. Mountain Goat: Colorado

You don’t have to leave the Lower 48 to hunt a billy if you’re persistent. Colorado Parks & Wildlife

5. Desert Bighorn: Nevada

The holy grail of sheep tags will cost $1,200 if you’re drawn. Nevada Department of Wildlife — B.F.

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Hunting Trip is a Quest in Escape from Tarkov .

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  • Must be level 33 to start this quest.

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  • Eliminate Shturman with a headshot from over 75 meters away while using an M700 Sniper rifle with the specified scope

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  • +15,000 EXP
  • Jaeger Rep +0.02
  • 105,000 Roubles with Intelligence Center Level 1
  • 115,000 Roubles with Intelligence Center Level 2
  • 1× VPX Flash Storage Module
  • 1× Iridium military thermal vision module
  • 1× Phased array element
  • Unlocks purchase of Accuracy International AXMC .338 LM bolt-action sniper rifle at Jaeger LL4

In this quest you have to kill Shturman from over 75 meters away with a headshot while using a M700 Sniper rifle with a Burris FullField TAC30 1-4x24 30mm riflescope . To have the kills count for this quest, the Burris FullField TAC30 1-4x24 30mm riflescope just needs to be installed on the gun, and not necessarily be actively used. This means you can use a ring mount that supports backup sights, like for example the Recknagel Era-Tac 30mm ring scope mount , and use any compact reflex sight of your choice on top for the kills. Shturman can be found on the Woods location:

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South Texas is perfectly situated for epic waterfowl hunting. Located smack in the middle of the Central Flyway, the area is an annual stopover for millions of ducks, who come to rest in the protected bays and inshore waters while they migrate. Species here include Green-Winged and Blue-Winged Teals, Cinnamon Teals, Wigeons, Redheads, Pintails, Gadwalls, and Mottled Ducks—all of which are a blast to shoot and good eating as well. On this trip, your outfitter, Terry, will make sure to put you in the perfect spot to nail some inbound waterfowl. He'll provide the blinds and decoys, so all you need to bring is your waders, your guns, and your shells. You'll get out there before dawn, and hunt until 11 o'clock, so you can even be home for lunch! If you have wingshooting experience, this is a perfect chance to hit your limit! If you're still new to the sport, this is a great way to improve your skills alongside a top-notch guide. Get out there and see what the Texas coast has to offer! Read More

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Matagorda Bay Duck Hunt

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This epic duck hunt is ideal for duck hunters with a little bit of experience under their belt, who want to bag some birds in one of America's best duck habitats! South Texas is smack in the middle of the Central Flyway, and is a stopover for dozens of migratory waterfowl species. The sheltered bays here draw hundreds of thousands of ducks annually, including Green-Winged and Blue-Winged Teals, Wigeons, Redheads, Pintails, Gadwalls, and Mottled Ducks, and more! You can target all of these species, which are exciting quarries and great eating to boot! On this trip, your outfitter, Trey, will make sure to put you in the perfect spot to nail some inbound waterfowl. He'll provide the blinds and decoys, so all you need to bring is your waders, your guns, and your shells. He'll motor you out to the blind, but once you're out there, he leaves the hunting up to you! Read More

Chasing Pins On The Coastal Bend

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Experience the Ultimate Texas Duck Hunting Adventure! Welcome to the heart of duck hunting paradise in Montague County, North Texas, where we embark on thrilling hunts across the neighboring Jack and Clay counties. Our passion for duck hunting knows no bounds, and we guarantee an adventure like no other! From the break of dawn, we start our hunts at legal shooting time, ensuring you have the maximum opportunity to experience the thrill of the hunt. Typically, our hunts wrap up by 9:00 AM, but we won't stop until 10:00 AM if we haven't reached our limit. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we'll go the extra mile to make your hunting experience unforgettable. We exclusively hunt on private lakes, most of which are nestled on scenic farms, providing the ideal habitat for an abundance of ducks and geese. With over 60 lakes at our disposal, our journey takes us from the picturesque Bowie/Bellevue area, heading north towards the majestic Red River. You'll be mesmerized by the diverse landscapes and incredible waterfowl population that awaits you. Rest assured, we take care of all the details. From setting up the decoys to handling the expertly trained dogs and crafting the perfect blinds, our seasoned team has got it covered. All you need to do is come prepared to savor the moment and focus on the thrill of the hunt. Our dedication to conservation and sustainable hunting practices ensures that these pristine lands and their wildlife are preserved for generations to come. Together, we create memories that last a lifetime while respecting the natural beauty of the Texas wilderness. So, whether you're an experienced waterfowler or a beginner eager to try your hand at duck hunting, our guided trips offer an unrivaled experience. Book your Texas duck hunting trip today, and get ready for a captivating journey that will leave you with stories to tell and a passion for waterfowl hunting like never before! Read More

Duck Hunting Trip in Bowie

Texas Duck Destruction

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This trip is perfect for hunters and anglers who want to do it all in the Port Aransas/Rockport area! On this cast-and-blast trip, you'll hunt all morning and fish all afternoon, without breaking the bank. Your guide and outfitter, Trey, has years of experience hunting and fishing the Texas coast, and will put you right on the birds and the Reds! In terms of wingshooting, South Texas is smack in the center of the Central Flyway, and is a stopover for dozens of migratory waterfowl specied. The sheltered bays here draw hundreds of thousands of ducks annually, including Green-Winged and Blue-Winged Teals, Cinnamon Teals, Wigeons, Redheads, Pintails, Gadwalls, and Mottled Ducks. You can target all of these species, which are exciting quarries and great eating. Trey provides the boat, decoys, blind, and dog, so all you need to bring is your camouflage, your guns, and your shells. You'll get out there before dawn, and hunt for about three hours, when you'll break for lunch and then switch to fishing. For fishing, the bays and inshore waters off Port A are premier fishing grounds for Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, and more. Captain Trey will make sure you're hooked up with the best tackle to find your target species, and he'll do everything he can to help you pull a personal best over the rail, fill your cooler, or both. Captain Trey takes care of everything for your charter so all you need to bring is your sun protection, lunch/snacks and drinks, and your Texas fishing license! Read More

Duck, Inshore Fishing, Hunting Charter in Port Aransas

Port A Cast-and-Blast

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Enjoy an unforgettable experience duck hunting in Rockport TX, an area not only renowned within the state of Texas, but also across the country as one of the best places to hunt due to its wide variety of bird species and the tremendous bird population. By choosing us as your Rockport duck hunting guides, you can fulfill your dream of hunting down the following species without any hassle and without the need for any former experience in hunting: Redhead, Bluebills, Ringneck, Widgeon, Pintail, Greenwing, Bluewing, Northern shoveler, Gadwall, Bufflehead, and Goldeneye. On top of that you can have one of the best chances in the Lower 48 at killing a Cinnamon Teal! Leaf's Texas duck hunting trips are fun and offer several benefits, and provide a mentally stimulating challenge to hunters as well. Duck hunting can range in difficulty but oftentimes can pose quite a challenge. Waterfowlers need to be deceptive with decoys, stay patient, and account for factors such as wind and migration patterns. Duck hunting prevents overpopulation, and in turn, preserves native biodiversity. This makes your contribution to duck hunting in Texas go beyond just the thrill of trophy hunts — you are helping out the planet. It’s becoming increasingly difficult to disconnect from our interconnected world. Many work on computer screens all day and then go home to use TV’s, laptops, phones, tablets, you name it. Technology provides conveniences, but sometimes you need a break from it—not only to feel better, but for the sake of your health, too. Duck hunting serves as a great escape to nature. A mere few hours in nature help you not only escape our digital world—but also let you alleviate stress in a positive way. Getting away from the ordinary provides an important refresher for your body and mind! All the decoys, blinds, and transportation are taken care of on the trips, all you need to bring with you is your shotgun (12 gauge recommended), steel shot shells, and waders. Leaf and his team will take care of the rest! Read More

Duck Hunting Trip in Rockport

Rockport Duck Slam

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If you are looking to hunt with one of the best outifts on the Texas coast you've found your group of guys with Gus and his outfit. Beyond expert guiding the area itself (Around South Padre Island) provide a unique opportunity to target a wide swath of Duck Species including Wigeons, Mottled Ducks, tons of Pintail, Redheads, Teal, Gadwalls, Shovelers, Mergansers, Scaup and Black Bellys! Gus can take as many people as you'd like running shuttles out to his blinds between his two boats. He even offers to hunt 3 at a time from his own boat as well! In addition to his Carolina Skiff, he also runs a 18' Tracker Grizzly skiff with a Gator Tail mud motor and a 18' Polar Craft with a 50-HP Yamaha! Whatever boat you're on, you'll be kitted out for a sweet hunt. Since the ducks often fly both in the morning and the afternoon, this trip can either start in the morning or the afternoon depending on your preference and what the ducks are doing of course! Captain Gus and his team provide all the decoys, dogs, and professional calling and expert guiding for your hunt and ask that you bring your own guns, shells, and waders if you'd like to stay dry. He wil also provide a cooler with ice and water for you and encourages you to bring you own beverages of choice along as well. Read More

Duck Hunting Trip in Laguna Vista

Texas Variety Duck Trip

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Join Captain Wells for the Ultimate Airboat Duck Hunt in Rockport, TX! Prepare for an adrenaline-pumping duck hunting experience like no other as you team up with Captain Wells in the stunning hunting grounds of Rockport, Texas. Our airboat duck hunt offers the thrill of the chase amidst the pristine coastal landscapes. Everything you need for a successful hunt is included – from decoys and blinds to our skilled hunting dog, ensuring you're fully equipped for an exceptional outing. With Captain Wells at the helm, you'll explore the finest hunting spots, where waterfowl flourish. Whether you're a seasoned hunter or a novice looking for an exciting adventure, our Rockport airboat duck hunt promises memories that will last a lifetime. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the heart-pounding thrill of waterfowl hunting in Rockport's picturesque marshes. Book your trip today, and let Captain Wells lead you to a hunt you'll never forget! Read More

Rockport Wing Shooting

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Head on down to Freeport Texas and experience a fun and memorable hunting trip. 5am I'll meet you at the boat ramp and we will discuss the plan of action for that morning. You'll get to meet Remi dog and of course she is always happy to meet new folks. And then we load up and head to the blind. Most walk ins are fairly easy and not too far from shore. Expect to see plenty of teal, we will also get to shoot at gadwall and pintail most hunts. If I've been seeing quite a few geese in the area we will throw a goose spread as well to see if we can get lucky. (It does happen) Safety is first always. And then having fun is mandatory. I'll always have waters to drink and most days I have snacks and occasionally being the grill for lunch. $250 per gun up to 4 guns. Book with me and let's go give it a shot! Read More

Duck, Goose Hunting Trip in Freeport

Freeport Fowl Hunts

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Embark on an Unforgettable FL Duck Hunting Expedition with Captain Janot! Attention all avid waterfowl hunters! Get ready for an extraordinary duck hunting adventure amidst the stunning landscapes of Crystal River the nature coast and all of central Florida Led by the seasoned expert, Captain Janot. This hunting trip promises to be an experience like no other! Crystal River and Central Florida is renowned for its abundant waterfowl population, and you'll have the opportunity to hunt several prized duck species – Redheads, Canvasbacks, Ringnecks, Teal, Black belly whistling Ducks, Wood Ducks, and Mottled Duck. With Captain Janot's extensive knowledge of the area and expert guidance, you'll be in the best hands to maximize your hunting success. Imagine the thrill as you watch majestic ducks soar overhead, their calls echoing through the air. With Captain Janot's keen eye and strategic approach, you'll be led to the prime hunting spots, ensuring your hunt is both challenging and rewarding. Read More

Duck Hunting Trip in Crystal River

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Experience the ultimate duck hunting adventure with Captain Rick in the picturesque coastal town of Port O'Connor, Texas! Join us for an action-packed excursion that will leave you with memories to cherish for a lifetime. Captain Rick, a seasoned expert and passionate outdoorsman, invites you to embark on a thrilling journey through the bountiful waterways of Port O'Connor. Hop aboard his trusty airboat as he guides small groups of 2-4 people to carefully selected blinds, strategically positioned for optimal duck hunting success. From the moment the sun begins to rise, you'll find yourself surrounded by the serene beauty of nature as the ducks take to the skies. With Captain Rick's intimate knowledge of the area and his dedication to providing an exceptional experience, you'll have the best chance to shoot your limit of ducks before 10:30 a.m. No need to worry if you don't have your own firearms. Captain Rick offers gun rentals at just $65 per gun, ensuring that everyone in your group can fully participate in the thrill of the hunt. Just bring your own steel shot and camouflage, and you'll be well-equipped to take on the challenge. Immerse yourself in the heart-pounding action as flocks of ducks descend upon the area, guided by the expertise and skill of Captain Rick. With each shot, you'll feel the rush of adrenaline as you aim for that perfect target. But it's not just about the hunt; it's about forging unforgettable memories with friends and loved ones. Share in the excitement and camaraderie as you celebrate successful shots and regale each other with stories of the day's adventures. Located in the picturesque coastal paradise of Port O'Connor, Texas, Captain Rick's duck hunting trips offer the perfect blend of thrilling outdoor exploration and stunning natural beauty. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience. Book your trip today and prepare to embark on an unforgettable duck hunting journey with Captain Rick. Read More

Duck Hunting Trip in Port O'Connor

POC Duck Hunts

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South Texas is smack in the middle of the Central Flyway, and is a stopover for dozens of migratory waterfowl species. The sheltered bays here draw hundreds of thousands of ducks annually, including Green-Winged and Blue-Winged Teals, Wigeons, Redheads, Pintails, Gadwalls, and Mottled Ducks, and more! You can target all of these species, which are exciting quarries and great eating to boot! On this trip, your guide, Chase, will make sure to put you in the perfect spot to nail some inbound waterfowl. He'll provide the decoys and will brush in your blind, so all you need to bring is your waders, your guns, and your shells. Chase also has an excellent eye, so once you've hit your limit on one species, he can help point out other viable targets before they're in-range. Stay on the right side of the law and help protect the resource by only shooting what you're allowed! Read More

Coastal Bend Ducks

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Come on down to South Texas, and see for yourself the legendary Teal hunting this area has to offer! The wide wetlands here draw several species of waterfowl, and on this trip you'll go after Green-Winged and Blue-Winged Teal, which have an exclusive season in September. Your outfitter, Caleb, provides the boat, the decoys, and the blind, so all you need to bring is your camoflauge, your guns, and your shells. You'll get out there before dawn, and hunt until 11 o'clock, so you can even be home for lunch! Whether you've hunted Teal before or are just learning the ropes, you'll have a blast out there and with some luck, you'll come home with a cooler full of beautiful birds. Read More

Duck Hunting Trip in Corpus Christi

Coastal Bend Teal Assault

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If you've been looking for the perfect trip to kick off the duck season and stock up on keeper fish, this trip is for you! On this "cast and blast" adventure, you'll start off the day with duck-hunting from a blind, then after lunch you'll head out to do some inshore fishing. There's no better way to take advantage of the natural beauty of the South Texas coast! Located smack in the middle of the Central Flyway, the South Coast of Texas is an annual stopover for millions of ducks, which come to rest in the protected bays and inshore waters while they migrate. Species here include Green-Winged and Blue-Winged Teals, Cinnamon Teals, Wigeons, Redheads, Pintails, Gadwalls, and Mottled Ducks—all of which are a blast to shoot and great to eat as well. In addition, the rich waters of the Gulf of Mexico make this area one of the richest inshore fisheries in the US, with trophy Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Drum and more just waiting to be caught. Your outfitter, Brody, will provide everything you need for a spectacular day, including blinds, decoys, rods, reels, and tackle. All you need to bring is a pair of waders, your camo gear, your gun, and your shells. If you have wingshooting and/or fishing experience, this is a perfect way to hit your limit on multiple species! If you're still new to the outdoors life, this is a great way to improve your skills alongside a top-notch guide. Get out there and see what the Texas coast has to offer! Read More

Duck, Inshore Fishing, Hunting Charter in Rockport

Texas Coast Cast And Blast

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Get out there with Captain Heath and see what wingshooting in Port A is all about! It's a top-tier location for waterfowl of all kinds, which stop over here during their annual migration. You'll have opportunities for Pintails, Redheads, Wigeons, Teals, Scaup, Mottled Ducks and more on this trip with Heath. To get out to the blinds, you'll go aboard his 24’ TransCat center console, which can accommodate up to 4 hunters. She's a nimble boat with a shallow draft that's perfect for maneuvering in backcountry channels and marsh. Chest waders are required for this trip, as there's a good chance you'll be getting a little muddy. Read More

Port Aransas Waterfowl Adventure

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If you're a duck hunter looking to shoot with one of South Texas' best outfitters, you're in the right place. Brandon is an expert hunter and a great guide who will put you in the right place to bring down some waterfowl on Matagorda Bay! Every year, hundreds of thousands of waterfowl stop over in South Texas during their annual migration. The species you can target here are numerous, including Wigeons, Mottled Ducks, Pintails, Redheads, Teals, Gadwalls, Shovelers, Mergansers, Scaup and Black Bellys! You can opt for either a morning or afternoon trip, or go all day! If you choose to get out there in the morning, you'll arrive an hour and a half before sunrise and get ready to go. Brandon will get you out to the hunting areas by first light, and then it's time to start shooting! On an afternoon trip, you'll arrive before noon to get set up, and then motor out to the blinds aboard Brandon's 21' Shoalwater bay boat, which is equipped with a 250-HP Yamaha outboard. Brandon will provide you with the blind and all the decoys, and just asks that you bring your own waders, guns, ammunition (non-toxic shot only), and a good attitude. The ducks are already on their way—what are you waiting for?! Read More

Matagorda Bay Duck Trip

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Get on down to El Campo, TX for for some early-morning action shooting ducks on Eagle Lake! Your guide and outfitter, Colt, will provide all the scouting, decoys, transportation, and blinds on this morning hunt. Whether you're an experienced duck hunter or just getting into the sport, this South Texas duck hunt will be a real blast for anyone. You'll get out to the blinds using UTVs for up to eight people, so bring your buddies! Texas is smack in the middle of the Central Flyway, and is a stopover for dozens of migratory waterfowl species. The lakes here draw hundreds of thousands of ducks annually, including Green-Winged and Blue-Winged Teals, Wigeons, Redheads, Pintails, Gadwalls, Shoevelers, Mottled Ducks, and more. All of these species are great wingshooting quarries, and are excellent table fare as well. All you need to bring on this hunt are your own shotguns, shells, camouflage, and waders—if you so choose. You will also need your Texas hunting license with a federal duck stamp. What are you waiting for?! Read More

Duck Hunting Trip in El Campo

El Campo Duck Hunt

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Join us for the ultimate duck hunting adventure in the picturesque wetlands of Tampa, FL, led by the renowned Captain Phil! Prepare to embark on an unforgettable expedition, immersing yourself in the heart of nature's bounty. Our Duck Hunt in Tampa promises an adrenaline-pumping experience as we pursue a diverse range of waterfowl species, including the majestic Mallard, the striking mottled ducks, and the elusive wood ducks. With Captain Phil at the helm, a seasoned expert in duck hunting and the region's waterways, you'll be guided to the most prime hunting spots, ensuring you have the best chance of bagging your prized ducks. Whether you're a seasoned hunter looking to add to your collection or a first-time enthusiast eager to experience the thrill of the hunt, this trip caters to all skill levels. As you explore the tranquil marshes and pristine swamps, you'll also have the opportunity to witness Florida's stunning wildlife and breathtaking landscapes up close. The sunrise over the marshes is a sight to behold, casting a golden glow upon the waters as flocks of ducks take to the skies. Safety is our top priority, and our experienced guides will provide all necessary instructions and precautions, ensuring a secure and responsible hunting experience. So, gather your fellow hunters and come join us for an extraordinary Duck Hunt in Tampa, FL, a true paradise for waterfowl enthusiasts. Make memories, forge bonds, and revel in the thrill of the hunt as you create tales to be shared around the campfire for years to come. Book your spot now and let Captain Phil lead you on an unparalleled hunting adventure! Read More

Duck Hunting Trip in Ruskin

Duck Hunting Tampa Bay

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Come on down to East Texas, and see for yourself the legendary Duck hunting this area has to offer! The wetlands here draw several species of waterfowl, including Teals, Pintails, and more, all of which you can target on this trip with your outfitter, Jeff. He provides blinds and all the decoys you'll need, so all you need to bring is your camoflauge, your waders, and your boots, plus guns and shells. You'll get out there before dawn, and hunt until 11 o'clock or thereabouts, so you can even be home for lunch! Whether you've hunted Ducks before or are just learning the ropes, you'll have a blast out there and with some luck, you'll come home with a cooler full of beautiful birds. Read More

Texas Teal Adventure

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What types of duck hunting trips are common?

The most commonly sought after species for duck Hunting are: 1. blue-winged teal, 2. green-winged teal, 3. wigeon, and 4. northern pintail.

The most common hunting techniques are shotgun hunting, hunting from a blind, and decoy hunting but calling and hunting with dogs are popular as well.

How much does a duck hunting trip cost?

duck hunting prices can range anywhere from an affordable $90 to $3,000 and up, but the average price for a half day trip duck hunting is $1,299. The average price for a full day trip duck hunting is $2,943.

What month is best for duck hunting?

The most popular season for duck hunting is winter, and most hunters book their trips 42 days in advance.

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All Inclusive Packages at Hunt Mill Hollow Ranch

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Our Hunt Guarantee

Although our success rates are extremely high for harvesting your trophy (nearly 100%), we can't guarantee that every hunter will harvest their trophy. If you don't shoot any game (harvest or wound), you will not pay a trophy fee. All you pay for is the lodging, meals, transportation around the ranch, and guides fees which are all included in the hunt package fee for each hunt. 

Trophy Elk Hunt Packages

Trophy Elk Hunt Packages

Our 2023-24 trophy elk packages include five star lodging for 3 days and 4 nights . Your hunt package includes delicious meals, snacks, with wine or beer after the hunt. Additional days/nights can be added if desired ($650ea).   The fully guided hunt includes recovery, field dressing, skinning (to the skull), and quartering of your trophy. Also included in the package is the transportation of your animal to our local taxidermist or game meat processor. Skull caping at the ranch or with a local taxidermist will incur an additional fee of $150. 

HUNT PACKAGE FEES:  Non-refundable fee whether an animal is harvested or not. This fee covers your stay at the ranch, guides, and other expenses. Trophy fees are in addition to the Package cost, but if you do not draw blood there will be no trophy fee. Wounded animals will be charged the same trophy fee as a kill.

  • Individual Package:    $2500 plus the trophy fee, non-hunting spouse is free
  • Group Package (5 or more hunters):    $2200 per hunter plus the trophy fees.

Non-Hunter Additional Guest: $500/night

Trophy Elk Fees:

  • Under 320" gross B&C score - $7,000
  • Elk 320" to under 350" gross B&C score - $9,500
  • Elk 350" to under 375" gross B&C score - $11,500
  • Elk 375" to under 400" gross B&C score - $14,500
  • Elk 400" and up gross B&C score - $15,000 plus $100 for each inch above 400"

* In the case of irretrievable wounded animals, full price must be paid based on the gross B & C score. We do our best to recover any shot game, but can not guarantee the recovery of all wounded game.

One wild hog is available for a processing fee of $300.

Groups of two or more can add a quail, chukar, or pheasant wingshoot for an additional $600 per hunter (Includes 10 pheasant, or 12 chukar, or 15 quail per hunter, guide, and cleaning/packaging of birds).

Your guides, lodge chief and cleaner, and game processors will work hard for you and work for tips. If you feel they have done a good job, please tip them individually or as a group. The gratuity is customarily between 15% to 20% of the total hunt. Please use a separate check or cash. 

BOOKING A HUNT

*Once dates are scheduled, $2000 deposit is required to preserve a date for all hunts. Deposits are non-refundable at 2 months prior to the hunt date. Make checks payable to:

Anchor Point Properties, LLC

2215 Indian Sky Lane

Newbury Park, CA 91320

The remaining balance of the hunt or recreation package is due upon arrival in cash, check, or credit card. Trophy fees or additional fees are due at the end of the hunt.

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Trophy Whitetail Hunt Packages

Trophy Whitetail Hunt Packages

Our 2023-24 trophy whitetail packages includes five star lodging for 3 days and 4 nights. Your hunt package includes delicious meals, snacks, with wine or beer after the hunt. Additional days can be added if desired ($650 ea). The hunt includes field dressing, skinning (to the skull), and quartering of your trophy. Also included in the package is the transportation of your animal to our local taxidermist/game processor. Skull caping at the ranch or with the local taxidermist will incur an additional $150 fee.

Hunt Package Fees:  

Non-refundable fee whether an animal is harvested or not. This fee covers your stay at the ranch, guides, and other expenses. Trophy fees are in addition to the Package cost, but if you do not draw blood there will be no trophy fee. Wounded animals will be charged the same trophy fee as a kill.

  • Individual Package:    $2500 plus a trophy fee, non-hunting spouse is free. 
  • Non-Hunter Additional Guests: $500/night

Trophy Whitetail Fees:

  • Doe - $800 
  • Management Bucks 3+ year old, under 130", and 8 points or less - $2500;  September and October Early Season Management - $2200
  • Bucks 130" to under 150" gross B&C score - $6500
  • Bucks 150" to under 175" gross B&C score - $8500
  • Bucks 175" to under 200" gross B&C score - $10,500
  • Bucks 200" and up gross B&C score - $12,500 plus $100 for each inch above 200"

* In the case of irretrievable wounded animals, full price must be paid based on the gross B & C score. We do our best to recover any shot game, but can not guarantee the recovery of all wounded game.

Semi-guided Management Day Hunts:  

  • $750 per day ranch fee (does not include lodging or meals) plus the management trophy fee

Groups of two or more can add a quail, chukar, or pheasant wingshoot for an additional $600 per hunter (Includes 10 pheasant, or  12 chukar,  or  15 quail per hunter, guide, and cleaning/packaging of birds).

The remaining balance of the hunt or recreation package is due upon arrival in cash, check, or credit card. Trophy fees or any additional fees are due at the end of the hunt. 

Buffalo Hunts

Buffalo Hunting Packages

Hunt Mill Hollow Bison Hunts 2023-24. The hunts will include meals & lodging for 1 day and 1 night. Additional day/night(s) can be added for $650 per day/night.

Trophy Bull - $8000

Mature Bull - $6500

Management Meat Hunt - cow, heifer, or yearling bull - $3800/bison

*If blood is drawn (bull is wounded), there will be a trophy fee.

Groups of two or more can add a quail, chukar, or pheasant wingshoot for an additional $600 per gun (Includes 10 pheasant, or 12 chukar, or 15 quail per gun, guide, and cleaning/packaging of birds).

*Once dates are scheduled, $2000 deposit is require to preserve a date for all hunts. Deposits are non-refundable at 2 months prior to the hunt date. Make checks payable to:

Hog Hunting Packages

Wild Hog Hunt Packages (2023 update)

ALL PACKAGES ARE 2 NIGHT MINIMUM - Package fees include lodging; food, snacks, and drinks; transportation around the ranch; recovery, gutting/skinning, quartering your hogs "Ranch Processing" ; storage of your meat in a walk-in cooler prior to your trip home. 

2 HOGS/hunter are included in all packages. Additional hogs will a have fee of $300  each

1)  Individual Package:   2-night minimum lodging - $1600 includes meals and game processing for up to 2 hogs.

    Additional nights - $650/day-night

    Non-hunting spouse or child sharing hunter's room - $75/night

2) Group (5 or more hunters) Package:   2-night minimum lodging - $1400/guest, includes transportation around the ranch, meals, and game processing for up to 2 hogs/guest

Additional nights - $650/guest/night

Non-hunting spouse or family sharing the hunter's room  -  $75/night

Non-Hunter Guest:   Additional Non-hunter Room - $500/room/night

Individual Single Day-Only Ranch Passes:    $800 per day, No trophy fees, includes transportation around the ranch, lunch, and "Ranch Processing" for 1 hog; Ranch processing fee for additional hog(s) - $300 each.

Wild hogs can be harvested in addition to any Whitetail Deer, Axis Deer, Elk, or Bison Trophy hunts or recreational package 

Your guides, lodge staff, and game processors will work hard for you and work for tips. If you feel they have done a good job, please tip them individually or as a group (preferred). The gratuity is customarily between 15% to 20% of the total hunt cost. Please use a separate check or cash.

*Once dates are scheduled, a $1000 deposit for individual hunters ($3000 total for group hunts) is required to preserve a date for all hunts. Deposits are non-refundable at 2 months prior to the hunt date. Make checks payable to:

The remaining balance of the hunt or recreation package is due upon arrival in cash, check, or credit card. 

Axis Deer Hunts

Axis Deer Hunts

Hunt Mill Hollow Ranch has been building a trophy Axis Deer herd for the last few years. Our 2023-24  Trophy Axis Deer package (beginning and ending in April) includes your stay at a five-star lodging for 3 days and 4 nights .   Your stay will include delicious meals, drinks, and snacks.

HUNT PACKAGE FEES:     The hunt package fee is charged whether an animal is harvested or not. This fee covers your stay at the ranch, guides, and other expenses.  Trophy fees are in addition to the package cost, but if you do not draw blood, there will be no trophy fee. Wounded animals will be charged the same trophy fee as a kill.  The fully guided hunt includes recovery, field dressing, skinning (to the skull), and quartering of your trophy. Also included in the package is the transportation of your animal to our local taxidermist or game meat processor. Skull caping at the ranch or with a local taxidermist will incur an additional fee. 

Individual Hunt Package Fee:   (2023-24) $2500 plus a trophy fee, non-hunting spouse is free

Group Package (5 or more hunters): (2023-24)  $2200 per hunter plus the trophy fees.

Additional days/nights can be added if desired ($650 each).

Individual Day-Only Ranch Passes:    $800/day/person, includes guide, transportation around the ranch, lunch, and "Ranch Processing.

AXIS DEER TROPHY FEES:

  • Buck in hard antler and less than 30" - $4200
  • Buck in velvet (any smaller size) or hard horned 30" to under 32"- $4800
  • Buck in velvet or hard horned 32" and under 34" - $5400
  • Buck in velvet or hard horn 34" and over - $5500 plus $500 per inch 
  • Axis doe - $1200

* In the case of irretrievable wounded animals, the full trophy fee must be paid. We do our best to recover any shot game, but cannot guarantee the recovery of all wounded game.

The remaining balance of the hunt or recreation package is due upon arrival in cash, check, or credit card. Trophy fees or additional fees are due at the end of the hunt. 

Fallow Deer Hunts

Fallow Deer Hunts

Hunt Mill Hollow Ranch has been building a trophy Fallow deer herd for the last few years. Our 2023-24 Trophy Fallow Deer package (beginning and ending in April) includes your stay at a five-star lodging for 3 days and 4 nights .   Your stay will also include delicious meals, drinks, and snacks. 

HUNT PACKAGE FEES:     The hunt package fee is charged whether an animal is harvested or not. This fee covers your stay at the ranch, guides, and other expenses.   Trophy fees  are in addition to the package cost, but if you do not draw blood, there will be no trophy fee. Wounded animals will be charged the same trophy fee as a kill.  The fully guided hunt includes recovery, field dressing, skinning (to the skull), and quartering of your trophy. Also included in the package is the transportation of your animal to our local taxidermist or game meat processor. Skull caping at the ranch or with a local taxidermist will incur an additional fee. 

Individual Hunt Package Fee:   (2023-24) $2500 each plus a trophy fee, non-hunting spouse is free

Additional days/nights can be added if desired ($650/hunter).

Individual Day-Only Ranch Passes:    $800/day/person, includes transportation around the ranch, lunch, and "Ranch Processing.

FALLOW DEER TROPHY FEES:

  • Fallow Buck - $4800
  • Fallow Doe - $1600

Groups of two or more can add a quail, chukar, or pheasant wingshoot for an additional $600 per hunter (Includes 10 pheasant, or 12 chukar,  or 15 quail per hunter, guide, and cleaning/packaging of birds).

Your guides, lodge chief and cleaner, and game processors will work hard for you and work for tips. If you feel they have done a good job, please tip them individually or as a group. The gratuity is customarily between 15% to 20% of the total hunt. Please use a separate check or cash.

Aoudad Hunts

Aoudad Hunts

Hunt Mill Hollow Ranch has been building a trophy Aoudad herd.  We are finally ready to begin our Aoudad hunts in May 2021. 

HUNT PACKAGE FEES: Our 2023-24 Aoudad package (pricing beginning and ending in April) for a 3 day/4 night hunt is $2500.  This fee covers your stay at the ranch at our five-star lodge, guides, and other expenses. Your stay will include delicious meals, snacks, with wine or beer after the hunt. The hunt package fee is incurred whether an animal is harvested or not. Trophy fees are in addition to the package cost, but if you do not draw blood there will be no trophy fee. Wounded animals will be charged the same trophy fee as a kill.  The fully guided hunt includes recovery, field dressing, skinning (to the skull), and quartering of your trophy. Also included in the package is the transportation of your animal to our local taxidermist or game meat processor. Skull caping at the ranch or with a local taxidermist will incur an additional fee. 

Additional days/nights: can be added if desired - $650/night/hunter.

Aoudad Trophy Fees:

Rams less than 30" - $4400

Rams 30" to under 32" - $4800

Rams over 32" - $5200

Groups of two or more can add a quail, chukar, or pheasant fall/winter wing-shoot for an additional $600 per hunter (Includes 10 pheasant, or 12 chukar,  or 15 quail per hunter, guide, and cleaning/packaging of birds).

The remaining balance of the hunt or recreation package is due upon arrival in cash, check, or credit card. Trophy fees or other additional fees are due at the end of the hunt. 

Luxury Whitetail Hunting Packages

Luxury Quail Hunting Packages

Field Hunt (15 quail per person, includes lunch) - $600 per person

Full Day Field Hunt with overnight stay (30 quail per person with breakfast, lunch, and dinner) - $1550 per person

Additional Quail - $20/bird

Additional Pheasant - $30/bird

Additional Chukar - $25/bird

Additional Nights lodging - $650/night

Dog Handler/dog: Half day - $100;  Full day - $150 per day

Non-Hunter Additional Room: $500/room/night

Non-hunting spouse in the same room:   Free!

Your guides, lodge chief and cleaner, and game processors will work hard for you and work for tips. If you feel they have done a good job, please tip them individually or as a group. The total gratuity is customarily between 15% to 20%. Please use a separate check or cash.

*Once dates are scheduled, $600/gun deposit is require to reserve a date for all hunts. Deposits are non-refundable at 2 months prior to the hunt. Make checks payable to:

Pheasant Hunting Packages

Guided Pheasant Hunting Packages

Pheasant Half Day Hun t (10 birds/person) - $600 per person

Pheasant Full Day Hunt with overnight stay (Includes 20 birds, breakfast, lunch, and dinner) -  $1550 per person

Additional Pheasant - 1-10 birds - $30/bird

Additional Chukar - 1-10 birds - $25/bird

Additional Quail - 1-10 birds - $20/bird

Additional Night Lodging - $650 per person

Dog Handler/dog:  Half day- $100;   Full day - $150

Non Hunter Additional Room: $500/room/night

Non hunting spouse in the same room:   Free!

Your guides, lodge chief and cleaner, and game processors will work hard for you and work for tips. If you feel they have done a good job, please tip them individually or as a group. The total gratuity is customarily between 15% to 20%.

*Once dates are scheduled, $500/gun deposit is require to preserve a date for all hunts. Make checks payable to:

Luxury Wing Shooting Packages

Guided Chukar Hunting Packages

One Half Day Field Hunt (12 birds per person) - $600 per person

Full Day Field Hunt (24 birds per person, includes lunch) - $900 per person

Full Day Field Hunt with overnight stay (20 birds per person with breakfast, lunch, and dinner) - $1550 per person

Dog Handler/dog: Half day - $100   Full day - $150/day

**Not Included In The Packages**

Transportation to or from the ranch: The ranch is located just southeast of Stilwell, Oklahoma. If you need to get picked up at a local commercial airport (Fayetteville, AR  -1.5hrs; Fort Smith, AR - 1hr; or Tulsa, OK - 2hrs), there will be an additional charge of $500 round trip (maximum of 3 passengers).

Oklahoma Hunting Licenses:                                                                                                                                              During the Oklahoma deer hunting season, you are required to purchase an Oklahoma Resident Annual Hunting License, a Nonresident Fiscal-Year License, or a Nonresident 5-Day Hunting License. If you are hog hunting outside of the state deer hunting season, you are not required to purchase an Oklahoma Hunting License. www.oklahomawildlifedepartment/licensing 

Your guides, lodge chief and cleaner, and game processors will work hard for you. If you feel they have done a good job, please tip them individually or as a group. The total gratuity is customarily between 10% to 20%. 

Alcoholic beverages: BYOB except for trophy elk, deer, and bison hunts

Taxidermy: There are several local taxidermists that can do beautiful whitetail deer, elk, and wild boar mounts, or you can bring your trophy home to your own taxidermist. 

Additional meat processing: Arrangements can also be made with a local meat processor for complete processing, packaging, and shipping of meat. 

Maps: If you are going to go off into the woods, it is a good idea to go on-line to  OnX Maps . You can download Oklahoma or the ranch area to save for offline mapping. Your GPS on any smartphone will work offline with an OnX map. Cell reception is best with Verizon.

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8 Affordable Hunting Trips for the Budget-Minded Hunter

8 Affordable Hunting Trips for the Budget-Minded Hunter

Many people think that you need big-time money to go on a big game hunting trip. While money can certainly buy you some exciting hunting experiences, you don’t need to break the bank in order to have a great time hunting. Check out our list of affordable hunting trips so that you can find how to have a great time hunting on a budget!

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Hunt Elk in Idaho

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Idaho may not be the first state that many hunters think of when they think of elk habitats, but there are plenty of good bulls that call Idaho home. Plus, the state provides over-the-counter tags at a first-come, first-serve basis , meaning that anyone has the opportunity to score an elk tag.

In order to find land to hunt elk in Idaho, you want to search in grasses and agriculture fields. There’s a plethora of natural forests, state forests (which are public), and private lands that are a part of the Access Yes! Program . If you have a GPS and a general bearing of your surroundings, you should be able to track down a bull, stalk him and get your chance at a kill.

Why It Made the List

The main reason that Idaho elk hunting made the list is the fact that you can primitively camp in most national forests at no cost. This saves you a good amount of money on lodging, meaning you can save most of your money on the tag, license, and permit (around $600 total), food, fuel, and more.

Price: Less than $1,500

Many hunters have heard the lore of the giant whitetail deer that roam in Kansas — and the stories are true. The entire state is littered with trophy deer, and although the price of a tag is pretty expensive (near $450), the rest of the trip is incredibly affordable, which makes it a great option for anyone looking for one of the best hunting trips on a budget.

The state of Kansas is broken up into four different regions for deer hunting, and the tags are all available through a drawing process. Once you get your tag, there are plenty of options for how you hunt. Depending on your budget, you can cut costs by camping in a tent or an RV, or if you have a little bit of wiggle room, you can stay in hunting lodges or motels. Do your research and find a method that works best for you to get a cheap hunting trip put together!

Price: $500 – $1,000

Have you always wanted to try out hunting antelope in the United States? Wyoming provides you with plenty of opportunities to hunt down some speed goats without breaking the bank.

Wyoming is filled with state land and walk-in areas that you can hunt in. However, you’ll want to accumulate some preference points before you try for a tag since the tags can go pretty quickly. If you aren’t able to get a tag, there are leftover tags available, which will have less public land and less trophy potential, but still a good amount of antelope.

Wyoming is filled with different opportunities for you to hunt antelope at an affordable rate. You can find lodging at a campground for less than $25 per night, and if you prepare correctly (pack food ahead of time) and cut corners, you should be able to tag an antelope for a great price.

Price: $1,000 – $1,250

When it comes to getting a lot of game for your dollar, it’s hard to beat a turkey hunt in Nebraska. In the spring, you are allowed up to three birds per season, and a single turkey permit costs a little over $100. Plus, with modern-day technology and smartphones, you can purchase extra permits on your phone, meaning that you can hypothetically get all three turkeys in the same day for less than $350.

Single Bearded Turkey

If you’re looking for a cheap bow hunt, you’re not going to find many hunts that are more budget-friendly than a Nebraska turkey hunt. Once you’ve got your permits and your bow, the rest of the expenses are minimal. Most turkey hunting can be done on public land, and the state of Nebraska is relatively cheap in terms of lodging. As long as you don’t have to travel too far to get there, it’s an incredibly affordable trip to take.

Price: Less than $500

Many people would assume that any moose hunt would cost well over $3,000 — and when you mention that it’s in Alaska, you would think that it would cost $5,000+. While a tag and license do cost close to $1,000, if you’re willing to put a little bit of work in and walk for a ways, you can swing an entire moose hunt for closer to $2,000, which is a pretty cheap big game hunt.

Obviously, one of the most expensive parts of this hunt will be getting to Alaska. But, once you make it there, you’ll have to put some work in. Lace-up your boots and be prepared to stalk some moose — especially if you are looking for a bigger one.

Price: Around $2,000

Not only is there an abundance of mule deer in South Dakota, but there’s also an abundance in public land, and with reliable populations and relatively light hunting pressure, there are plenty of opportunities for you to get a mule deer without breaking the bank.

A deer license in South Dakota costs just south of $300, but once that’s been paid, you can be generally flexible with the rest of your expenses depending on how comfortable you want to be in your hunt. If you’re hunting near the national forests, you can find lodging for around $60/night. Take some time to do some planning and figure out when and where you want to go for your hunt.

Price: $1,400 – $1,600

Texas is a state unlike any other, so it’s only right that they have a hunting experience that’s completely unique. Not only can you hunt feral hogs in Texas, but you can do so at any time of the year and without a bag limit. Just purchase Item 157 (their “non-resident 5-day special hunting license) for a little less than $50 and you can hunt throughout the week!

There are some public hunting lands that you can utilize, but for the price, your best bet is to work through an outfitter and get put in a position to succeed. With such a low overhead cost and the affordable price of a license, spend the extra money on a good outfitter and make it the most productive week possible!

Price: $500 – $1000

A bear hunt may seem to be the pinnacle of pricey, but it doesn’t have to be! If you’re looking to hunt black bears in the Rocky Mountains, you can do so for a reasonable rate in Idaho from late spring to early summer.

If you want to keep the hunt under $2,000, you’ll have to go without a guide. Thankfully, there are plenty of tags available over the counter in Idaho, and some places even allow you to take two bears. Take to the national forest land and prepare to do some spotting and stalking for a while, but if you are patient, you should get the opportunity to find a nice bear.

Price: $1,500 – $2,000

Does one of these inexpensive hunting trips have you packing your bags and looking at dates? If so, you’ll want to make sure that you’re fully equipped for your big hunt! Have you considered hunting with a suppressor for these hunts? Contact the team at Silencer Central today and browse our selection of silencers and suppressors!

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EPIC MOSCOW Itinerary! (2024)

Moscow is the heart of Mother Russia. Just the mention of this city conjures images of colorful bulbous pointed domes, crisp temperatures, and a uniquely original spirit!

Moscow has an incredibly turbulent history, a seemingly resilient culture, and a unique enchantment that pulls countless tourists to the city each year! Although the warmer months make exploring Moscow’s attractions more favorable, there’s just something about a fresh snowfall that only enhances the appearance of the city’s iconic sites!

If you’re a first-time visitor to Moscow, or simply wanting to see as much of the city as possible, this Moscow itinerary will help you do just that!

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Here is a quick look at the seasons so you can decide when to visit Moscow!

The summer months (June-August) are a great time to travel to Moscow to take advantage of the enjoyable mild temperatures. This is considered peak travel season. Bear in mind that hotel prices rise along with the temperatures!

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If you’re planning a trip to Moscow during fall (September-November) try to plan for early fall. This way the temperatures will still be pleasant and winter won’t be threatening.

Russian winters (December-February) are not for the faint of heart as Napoleon learned to his peril. Some days the sun will be out for less than an hour, and snow is guaranteed. Although winters are exceptionally cold, this is when you’ll get a true glimpse of the Moscow experience!

The best time to visit Moscow is during spring  (March-May). The temperatures will begin to creep up and the sun begins to shine for significant portions of the day. Hotel rates will also have yet to skyrocket into peak ranges!

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With a Moscow City Pass , you can experience the best of Moscow at the CHEAPEST prices. Discounts, attractions, tickets, and even public transport are all standards in any good city pass – be sure invest now and save them $$$ when you arrive!

Moscow is a large city with many accommodation options to choose from. Staying in a location that fits with your travel plans will only enhance your Moscow itinerary. Here is a brief introduction to a few great areas of the city we recommend checking out!

The best place to stay in Moscow to be close to all the action is Kitay-Gorod. This charming neighborhood will put you within walking distance to Moscow’s famous Red Square, thus cutting down on travel time. This will allow you to see more of the city in a shorter amount of time!

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It’s surrounded by restaurants, cafes, bars, and shops. If you’re a first-time visitor to Moscow, or just planning a quick weekend in Moscow, then this area is perfect for you!

Another great area to consider is the Zamoskvorechye district. This area of the city offers a blend of new and old Moscow. It has an artsy vibe and there are plenty of fun sites you can explore outside of the main touristy areas of Moscow.

Of course, as in all areas of Moscow, it’s close to public transportation that will quickly connect you with the rest of the city and make your Moscow itinerary super accessible!

Best Airbnb in Moscow – Exclusive Apartment in Old Moscow

Exclusive Apartment in Old Moscow

Modern and cozy, this apartment is in the heart of Old Moscow. Bordering the Basmanny and Kitay-Gorod districts, this two-bedroom flat is walking distance to the Kremlin and Red Square. Safe, quiet, and comfortable, this is the best Airbnb in Moscow, no question!

Best Budget Hotel in Moscow – Izmailovo Alfa Hotel

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The Izmailovo Alfa Hotel is a very highly rated accommodation that provides all the components necessary for a comfortable trip to Moscow. There is an on-site restaurant, bar, fitness center, and an airport shuttle service. The rooms are modern and spacious and are equipped with a TV, heating/air conditioning, minibar, and more!

Best Luxury Hotel in Moscow – Crowne Plaza Moscow World Trade Centre

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If you’re touring Moscow in luxury, the Crowne Plaza Moscow World Trade Centre is the hotel for you! Elegantly furnished rooms are equipped with a minibar, flat-screen TV,  in-room safes, as well as tea and coffee making facilities! Bathrooms come with bathrobes, slippers, and free toiletries. There is also an onsite restaurant, bar, and fitness center.

Best Hostel in Moscow – Godzillas Hostel

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Godzillas Hostel is located in the center of Moscow, just a short walk from all the major tourist attractions and the metro station. Guests will enjoy all the usual hostel perks such as self-catering facilities, 24-hour reception, Free Wi-Fi, and security lockers. This is one of the best hostels in Moscow and its wonderful social atmosphere and will make your vacation in Moscow extra special!

Godzillas Hostel is one of our favourites in Moscow but they’re not taking guests right now. We’re not sure if they’re closed for good but we hope they’ll come back soon.

An important aspect of planning any trip is figuring out the transportation situation. You’re probably wondering how you’re going to get to all of your Moscow points of interest right? Luckily, this sprawling city has an excellent network of public transportation that will make traveling a breeze!

The underground metro system is the quickest and most efficient way to travel around Moscow. Most visitors rely exclusively on this super-efficient transportation system, which allows you to get to pretty much anywhere in the city! It’s also a great option if you’re planning a Moscow itinerary during the colder months, as you’ll be sheltered from the snow and freezing temperatures!

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If you prefer above-ground transportation, buses, trams, and trolleybuses, run throughout the city and provide a rather comfortable alternative to the metro.

Moscow’s metro, buses, trams, and trolleybuses are all accessible with a ‘Troika’ card. This card can be topped up with any sum of money at a metro cash desk. The ticket is simple, convenient, and even refundable upon return to a cashier!

No matter which method you choose, you’ll never find yourself without an easy means of getting from point A to point B!

Red Square | Moscow Kremlin | Lenin’s Mausoleum | St. Basil’s Cathedral  | GUM Department Store

Spend the first day of your itinerary taking your own self guided Moscow walking tour around the historic Red Square! This is Moscow’s compact city center and every stop on this list is within easy walking distance to the next! Get ready to see all of the top Moscow landmarks!

Day 1 / Stop 1 – The Red Square

  • Why it’s awesome: The Red Square is the most recognizable area in Moscow, it has mesmerizing architecture and centuries worth of history attached to its name.
  • Cost: Free to walk around, individual attractions in the square have separate fees. 
  • Food nearby: Check out Bar BQ Cafe for friendly service and good food in a great location! The atmosphere is upbeat and they’re open 24/7!

The Red Square is Moscow’s historic fortress and the center of the Russian government. The origins of the square date back to the late 15th century, when Ivan the Great decided to expand the Kremlin to reflect Moscow’s growing power and prestige!

During the 20th century, the square became famous as the site for demonstrations designed to showcase Soviet strength. Visiting the Red Square today, you’ll find it teeming with tourists, who come to witness its magical architecture up close!

The Red Square

The square is the picture postcard of Russian tourism, so make sure to bring your camera when you visit! No matter the season, or the time of day, it’s delightfully photogenic! 

It’s also home to some of Russia’s most distinguishing and important landmarks, which we’ve made sure to include further down in this itinerary. It’s an important center of Russia’s cultural life and one of the top places to visit in Moscow!

In 1990, UNESCO designated Russia’s Red Square as a World Heritage site. Visiting this historic site is a true bucket-list event and essential addition to your itinerary for Moscow!

Day 1 / Stop 2 – The Moscow Kremlin

  • Why it’s awesome: The Moscow Kremlin complex includes several palaces and cathedrals and is surrounded by the Kremlin wall. It also houses the principal museum of Russia (the Kremlin Armory).
  • Cost: USD $15.00
  • Food nearby: Bosco Cafe is a charming place to grat a casual bite to eat. They have excellent coffee and wonderful views of the Red Square and the Moscow Kremlin!

The iconic Moscow Kremlin , also known as the Kremlin museum complex, sits on Borovitsky Hill, rising above the Moscow River. It is a fortified complex in the center of the city, overlooking several iconic buildings in the Red Square!

It’s the best known of the Russian Kremlins – citadels or fortress’ protecting and dominating a city. During the early decades of the Soviet era, the Kremlin was a private enclave where the state’s governing elite lived and worked.

The Kremlin is outlined by an irregularly shaped triangular wall that encloses an area of 68 acres! The existing walls and towers were built from 1485 to 1495. Inside the Kremlin museum complex, there are five palaces, four cathedrals, and the enclosing Kremlin Wall with Kremlin towers.

The Armoury Chamber is a part of the Grand Kremlin Palace’s complex and is one of the oldest museums of Moscow, established in 1851. It showcases Russian history and displays many cherished relics. Definitely make sure to check out this museum while you’re here!

The Moscow Kremlin

The churches inside the Moscow Kremlin are the Cathedral of the Dormition, Church of the Archangel, Church of the Annunciation, and the bell tower of Ivan Veliki (a church tower).

The five-domed Cathedral of the Dormition is considered the most famous. It was built from 1475–1479 by an Italian architect and has served as a wedding and coronation place for great princes, tsars, and emperors of Russia. Church services are given in the Kremlin’s numerous cathedrals on a regular basis.

The Grand Kremlin Palace was the former Tsar’s Moscow residence and today it serves as the official workplace of the President of the Russian Federation (Vladimir Putin seems to have bagged that title for life) .

Insider Tip: The Kremlin is closed every Thursday! Make sure to plan this stop on your Moscow itinerary for any other day of the week!

Day 1 / Stop 3 – Lenin’s Mausoleum

  • Why it’s awesome: The mausoleum displays the preserved body of Soviet leader Vladimir Lenin .
  • Cost: Free!
  • Food nearby: Khinkal’naya is a charming Georgian restaurant with vaulted ceilings and exposed brick. It’s a popular place with locals and right next to the Red Square!

Lenin’s Mausoleum, also known as Lenin’s Tomb, is the modernist mausoleum for the revolutionary leader Vladimir Lenin. It’s located within the Red Square and serves as the resting place for the Soviet leader! His preserved body has been on public display since shortly after his death in 1924.

It’s located just a few steps away from the Kremlin Wall and is one of the most controversial yet popular Moscow attractions!

Admission is free for everyone, you’ll only need to pay if you need to check a bag. Before visitors are allowed to enter the mausoleum, they have to go through a metal detector first. No metal objects, liquids, or large bags are allowed in the mausoleum!

Lenins Mausoleum

Expect a line to enter the building, and while you’re inside the building, you’ll be constantly moving in line with other visitors. This means you won’t be able to spend as long as you’d like viewing the mausoleum, but you’ll still be able to get a good look. Pictures and filming while inside the building are strictly prohibited, and security guards will stop you if they see you breaking this rule.

The mausoleum is only open on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday – unless it’s a public holiday or a day scheduled for maintenance. The hours it’s open for each day are limited, make sure to check online before you visit to make sure you can fit this into your Moscow itinerary for that day!

Insider Tip: The Lenin’s Museum is there for people to pay their respect; remember to keep silent and move along quickly, it’s not intended for people to congregate around. Also, men are not allowed to wear hats and everyone must take their hands out of their pockets when inside the building.

Day 1 / Stop 4 – St. Basil’s Cathedral

  • Why it’s awesome: A dazzling designed cathedral that showcases Russia’s unique architecture. This cathedral is one of the most recognizable symbols of the country!
  • Cost: USD $8.00
  • Food nearby: Moskovskiy Chaynyy Klub is a cozy cafe serving food items and pipping hot tea; it’s the perfect place to go if you’re visiting Moscow during the winter months!

Located in the Red Square, the ornate 16th-century St. Basil’s Cathedral is probably the building you picture when you think of Moscow’s unique architecture. Its colorful onion-shaped domes tower over the Moscow skyline!

The cathedral was built from 1555-1561 by order of Tsar Ivan the Terrible. It was designed with an iconic onion dome facade and enchanting colors that captivate all who see it. Fun fact: If you’re wondering why Russian churches have onion domes, they are popularly believed to symbolize burning candles!

This iconic cathedral has become a symbol of Russia due to its distinguishing architecture and prominent position inside the Red Square. It’s one of the most beautiful, wonderful, and mesmerizing historical cathedrals in the world!

St. Basils Cathedral

The interior of the church surprises most people when they visit. In contrast to the large exterior, the inside is not so much one large area, but rather a collection of smaller areas, with many corridors and small rooms. There are 9 small chapels and one mausoleum grouped around a central tower.

Visiting the inside is like walking through a maze, there are even small signs all around the cathedral tracing where to walk, and pointing you in the right direction! The walls are meticulously decorated and painted with intricate floral designs and religious themes.

The church rarely holds service and is instead a museum open for the public to visit.

Insider Tip: During the summer months the line to go inside the cathedral can get quite long! Make sure to arrive early or reserve your tickets online to guarantee quick access into the cathedral!

Day 1 / Stop 5 – GUM Department Store

  • Why it’s awesome: This is Russia’s most famous shopping mall! It’s designed with elegant and opulent architecture and provides a real sense of nostalgia!
  • Cost: Free to enter
  • Food nearby: Stolovaya 57 is a cafeteria-style restaurant with a variety of inexpensive Russian cuisine menu items including soups, salads, meat dishes, and desserts. It’s also located inside the GUM department store, making it very easily accessible when you’re shopping!

The enormous GUM Department Store is located within the historic Red Square. It has a whimsical enchantment to it that sets it apart from your typical department store.

A massive domed glass ceiling lines the top of the building and fills the interior with natural sunlight. There are live plants and flowers placed throughout the mall that give the shopping complex a lively and cheerful feel! A playful fountain sits in the center, further adding to the malls inviting a sense of wonder and amusement!

The GUM department store opened on December 2, 1893. Today, it includes local and luxury stores, including Fendi, Louis Vuitton, Prada, and many more! There are numerous cafes, restaurants, and even a movie theater inside!

GUM Department Store

For a special treat, head into Gastronom 1. This 1950s-style shop sells gourmet food items, like wine, freshly-baked pastries, cheese, Russian chocolate, and of course, vodka! Also, be on the lookout for a bicycle pedaling ice cream truck with an employing selling ice cream!

The ambiance is simply amazing, a trip to this idyllic shopping mall is an absolute must on any Moscow itinerary!

Insider Tip: Make sure to carry some small change on you in case you need to use the restroom, you’ll need to pay 50 rubles – or about USD $0.80 to use the bathroom in GUM.

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Novodevichy Convent | Gorky Park | State Tretyakov Gallery | All-Russian Exhibition Center | Bolshoi Theater

On your 2 day itinerary in Moscow, you’ll have a chance to use the city’s excellent public transportation service! You’ll explore a few more of Moscow’s historic highlight as well as some modern attractions. These sites are a little more spread out, but still very easily accessible thanks to the metro!

Day 2 / Stop 1 – Novodevichy Convent

  • Why it’s awesome: The Novodevichy Convent is rich in imperial Russian history and contains some of Russia’s best examples of classical architecture!
  • Cost: USD $5.00
  • Food nearby: Culinary Shop Karavaevs Brothers is a cozy and simple place to have a quick bite, they also have vegetarian options!

The Novodevichy Convent is the best-known and most popular cloister of Moscow. The convent complex is contained within high walls, and there are many attractions this site is known for! 

The six-pillared five-domed Smolensk Cathedral is the main attraction. It was built to resemble the Kremlin’s Assumption Cathedral and its facade boasts beautiful snowy white walls and a pristine golden onion dome as its centerpiece. It’s the oldest structure in the convent, built from 1524 -1525, and is situated in the center of the complex between the two entrance gates.

There are other churches inside the convent as well, all dating back from many centuries past. The convent is filled with an abundance of 16th and 17th-century religious artworks, including numerous large and extravagant frescos!

Novodevichy Convent

Just outside the convent’s grounds lies the Novodevichy Cemetery. Here, you can visit the graves of famous Russians, including esteemed authors, composers, and politicians. Probably the most intriguing gravestone belongs to Russian politician Nikita Khruschev!

The Novodevichy Convent is located near the Moscow River and offers a peaceful retreat from the busy city. In 2004, it was proclaimed a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The convent remains remarkably well-preserved and is an outstanding example of Moscow Baroque architecture! 

Insider Tip: To enter the cathedrals inside the complex, women are advised to cover their heads and shoulders, while men should wear long pants.

Day 2 / Stop 2 – Gorky Central Park of Culture and Leisure

  • Why it’s awesome: A large amusement area in the heart of the city offering many attractions!
  • Cost: Free! 
  • Food nearby: Check out Mepkato, located inside Gorky Central Park for a casual meal in a cozy setting. There are indoor and outdoor seating options and the restaurant is child-friendly!

Gorky Central Park of Culture and Leisure is a large green space in the heart of Moscow. The park opened in 1928, and it stretches along the scenic embankment of the Moskva River. It covers an area of 300-acres and offers a lovely contrast from the compact city center.

You’ll find all sorts of wonderful attractions, from boat rides to bike rentals to tennis courts and ping-pong tables, and much more! there are an open-air cinema and festive events and concerts scheduled in the summer months.  A wide selection of free fitness classes is also offered on a regular basis, including jogging, roller skating, and dancing!

Although many of the options you’ll find here are more suited for outdoor leisure during the summer, you’ll also a selection of winter attractions, including one of Europe’s largest ice rinks for ice-skating!

Gorky Central Park of Culture and Leisure

If you’re trying to decide what to do in Moscow with kids, the park also offers several venues designed specifically for kids. Check out the year-round Green School which offers hands-on classes in gardening and art! You can also feed the squirrels and birds at the Golitsinsky Ponds!

The park is very well maintained and kept clean and the entrance is free of charge, although most individual attractions cost money. There is also Wi-Fi available throughout the park.

With so many attractions, you could easily spend all day here! If you’re only planning a 2 day itinerary in Moscow, make sure to plan your time accordingly and map out all the areas you want to see beforehand!

Day 2 / Stop 3 – The State Tretyakov Gallery

  • Why it’s awesome: The gallery’s collection consists entirely of Russian art made by Russian artists!
  • Food nearby : Brothers Tretyakovs is located right across the street from the gallery. It’s a wonderfully atmospheric restaurant serving top quality food and drinks!

The State Tretyakov Gallery was founded in 1856 by influential merchant and collector Pavel Tretyakov.  The gallery is a national treasury of Russian fine art and one of the most important museums in Russia!

It houses the world’s best collection of Russian art and contains more than 130, 000 paintings, sculptures, and graphics! These works have been created throughout the centuries by generations of Russia’s most talented artists!

The State Tretyakov Gallery

The exhibits range from mysterious 12th-century images to politically charged canvases. The collection is rich and revealing and offers great insight into the history and attitudes of this long-suffering yet inspired people!

All pictures are also labeled in English. If you plan to take your time and see everything inside the museum it will take a good 3-4 hours, so make sure to plan your Moscow trip itinerary accordingly! This gallery is a must-see stop for art lovers, or anyone wanting to explore the local culture and history of Russia in a creative and insightful manner! 

Insider Tip: When planning your 2 days in Moscow itinerary, keep in mind that most museums in Moscow are closed on Mondays, this includes The State Tretyakov Gallery!

Day 2 / Stop 4 – All-Russian Exhibition Center

  • Why it’s awesome: This large exhibition center showcases the achievements of the Soviet Union in several different spheres. 
  • Food nearby: Varenichnaya No. 1 serves authentic and homestyle Russian cuisine in an intimate and casual setting.

The All-Russian Exhibition Center is a massive park that presents the glory of the Soviet era! It pays homage to the achievements of Soviet Russia with its many different sites found on the property.

The center was officially opened in 1939 to exhibit the achievements of the Soviet Union. It’s a huge complex of buildings and the largest exhibition center in Moscow. There are several exhibition halls dedicated to different achievements and every year there are more than one hundred and fifty specialized exhibitions!

All Russian Exhibition Center

The Peoples Friendship Fountain was constructed in 1954 and is a highlight of the park. The stunning gold fountain features 16 gilded statues of girls, each representing the former Soviet Union republics. 

The Stone Flower Fountain was also built in 1954 and is worth checking out. The centerpiece of this large fountain is a flower carved from stones from the Ural Mountains! Along the side of the fountain are various bronze sculptures.

You will find many people zipping around on rollerblades and bicycles across the large area that the venue covers. It’s also home to amusement rides and carousels, making it the perfect place to stop with kids on your Moscow itinerary! Make sure to wear comfortable shoes and allow a few hours to explore all the areas that interest you!

Day 2 / Stop 5 – Bolshoi Theater

  • Why it’s awesome: The Bolshoi Theater is a historic venue that hosts world-class ballet and opera performances!
  • Cost: Prices vary largely between USD $2.00 –  USD $228.00 based on seat location.
  • Food nearby: Head to the Russian restaurant, Bolshoi for high-quality food and drinks and excellent service!

The Bolshoi Theater is among the oldest and most renowned ballet and opera companies in the world! It also boasts the world’s biggest ballet company, with more than 200 dancers!

The theater has been rebuilt and renovated several times during its long history. In 2011 it finished its most recent renovation after an extensive six-year restoration that started in 2005. The renovation included an improvement in acoustics and the restoration of the original Imperial decor.

The Bolshoi Theater has put on many of the world’s most famous ballet acts! Tchaikovsky’s ballet Swan Lake premiered at the theater in 1877 and other notable performances of the Bolshoi repertoire include Tchaikovsky’s The Sleeping Beauty and The Nutcracker!

Bolshoi Theater

Today, when you visit the theater, you can expect a magical performance from skilled singers, dancers, and musicians with the highest level of technique!

If you don’t have time to see a show, the theater also provides guided tours on select days of the week. Tours are given in both Russian and English and will provide visitors with a more intimate look at the different areas of the theater!

The stage of this iconic Russian theater has seen many outstanding performances. If you’re a fan of the performing arts, the Bolshoi Theater is one of the greatest and oldest ballet and opera companies in the world, making it a must-see attraction on your Moscow itinerary!

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Cosmonautics Museum | Alexander Garden | Ostankino Tower | Izmaylovo District | Soviet Arcade Museum

Now that we’ve covered what to do in Moscow in 2 days, if you’re able to spend more time in the city you’re going to need more attractions to fill your time. Here are a few more really cool things to do in Moscow we recommend!

Memorial Museum of Cosmonautics

  • Hear the timeline of the ‘space race’ from the Russian perspective
  • This museum is fun for both adults and children!
  • Admission is USD $4.00

The Memorial Museum of Cosmonautics is a museum dedicated to space exploration! The museum explores the history of flight, astronomy, space exploration, space technology, and space in the arts. It houses a large assortment of Soviet and Russian space-related exhibits, and the museum’s collection holds approximately 85,000 different items!

Memorial Museum of Cosmonautics

The museum does an excellent job of telling the full story of the exciting space race between the USSR and the US! It highlights the brightest moments in Russian history and humanity and is very interesting and fun for all ages!

If you’re a fan of space or just curious about gaining insight into Russia’s fascinating history of space exploration, make sure to add this to your 3 day itinerary in Moscow!

The Alexander Garden

  • A tranquil place to relax near the Red Square
  • Green lawns dotted with sculptures and lovely water features
  • The park is open every day and has no entrance fee

The Alexander Garden was one of the first urban public parks in Moscow! The garden premiered in 1821 and was built to celebrate Russia’s victory over Napoleon’s forces in 1812!

The park is beautiful and well maintained with paths to walk on and benches to rest on. The park contains three separate gardens: the upper garden, middle garden, and lower garden.

The Alexander Garden

Located in the upper garden, towards the main entrance to the park is the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier with its eternal flame. This monument was created in 1967 and contains the body of a soldier who fell during the Great Patriotic War!

The park stretches along all the length of the western Kremlin wall for about half a mile. Due to its central location in the city, it’ll be easily accessible when you’re out exploring The Red Square.

It provides a bit of relief from the city’s high-energy city streets. Bring a picnic lunch, go for a walk, or just sit and people watch, this is one of the best Moscow sites to wind-down and relax!

Ostankino Television Tower

  • Television and radio tower in Moscow
  • Currently the tallest free-standing structure in Europe
  • Make sure you bring your passport when you visit, you can’t go up without it!

For spectacular views of the city, make sure to add the Ostankino Television Tower to your itinerary for Moscow! This impressive free-standing structure provides stunning views of the city in every direction. The glass floor at the top also provides great alternative views of the city!

Ostankino Television Tower

It takes just 58 seconds for visitors to reach the Tower’s observation deck by super fast elevator. The tower is open every day for long hours and is a great site in Moscow to check out! There is even a restaurant at the top where you can enjoy rotating views of the city while you dine on traditional Russian cuisine or European cuisine!

The tower is somewhat of an architectural surprise in a city that is not known for skyscrapers! To see the city from a new perspective, make sure to add this stop to your Moscow itinerary!

Izmaylovo District

  • The most popular attractions in this district are the kremlin and the flea market
  • Outside of the city center and easy to reach via metro
  • Most popular during the summer and on weekends

Travel outside the city center and discover a unique area of the city! The Izmaylovo District is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, and one of the coolest places to see in Moscow! The two main attractions we recommend checking out are the Kremlin and the flea market.

The Izmailovo Kremlin was established as a cultural center and molded after traditional Russian architecture. This colorful complex is home to several single-subject museums, including a Russian folk art museum and a vodka museum!

Izmaylovo District

Next to the Kremlin is the Izmailovo open-air market, which dates back to the 17th century! The market is connected to the Izmailovo Kremlin by a wooden bridge. Pick up all your Russian souvenirs here, including traditional handicrafts, paintings, books, retro toys, and Soviet memorabilia!

You will find many hand-made and hand-painted options available at higher prices, as well as mass-produced souvenir options at lower prices!

Museum of Soviet Arcade Games

  • Closed on Mondays
  • Filled with old arcade games that visitors get to try out!
  • The museum also includes a small cafe and burger shop

For something a little different, check out the Museum of Soviet Arcade Games! The museum features roughly 60 machines from the Soviet era, including video games, pinball machines, and collaborative hockey foosball! The machines inside the museum were produced in the USSR in the mid-1970s.

Museum of Soviet Arcade Games

The best part is, most of the games are still playable! Purchase tickets and try the games out for yourself! The museum also has a neat little screening room that plays old Soviet cartoons and an area with Soviet magazines! This unique attraction is a fun addition to a 3 day itinerary in Moscow, and an attraction that all ages will enjoy! 

Whether you’re spending one day in Moscow, or more, safety is an important thing to keep in mind when traveling to a big city! Overall, Moscow is a very safe place to visit. However, it is always recommended that tourists take certain precautions when traveling to a new destination!

The police in Moscow is extremely effective at making the city a safe place to visit and do their best to patrol all of the top Moscow, Russia tourist attractions. However, tourists can still be a target for pickpockets and scammers.

Moscow has a huge flow of tourists, therefore there is a risk for pickpocketing. Simple precautions will help eliminate your chances of being robbed. Stay vigilant, keep your items close to you at all times, and don’t flash your valuables!

If you’re planning a solo Moscow itinerary, you should have no need to worry, as the city is also considered safe for solo travelers, even women. Stay in the populated areas, try and not travel alone late at night, and never accept rides from strangers or taxis without a meter and correct signage.

The threat of natural disasters in Moscow is low, with the exception of severe winters when the temperature can dip below freezing! Bring a good, warm jacket if you visit in Winter.

However, please note that Russian views on homsexuality are far less accepting than those in Western Europe. Likewise, Non-Caucasian travellers may sadly encounter racism in Russia .

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Now that we’ve covered all the top things to see in Moscow, we thought we’d include some exciting day trips to other areas of the country!

Sergiev Posad (Golden Ring)

Sergiev Posad Golden Ring

On this 7-hour guided tour, you’ll visit several scenic and historic areas of Russia. Start your day with hotel pick-up as you’re transferred by a comfortable car or minivan to Sergiev Posad. Admire the charming Russian countryside on your drive and enjoy a quick stop to visit the Russian village, Rudonezh!

You’ll see the majestic Saint Spring and the Church of Sergiev Radonezh. You’ll also visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Trinity Lavra of St. Sergius, one of the most famous Orthodox sites in Russia!

Lastly, you’ll swing by the local Matreshka market and enjoy a break in a nice Russian restaurant before returning to Moscow!

Day Trip to Vladimir and Suzdal

Day Trip to Vladimir and Suzdal

On this 13-hour trip, you’ll discover old Russia, with its picturesque landscapes and white-stoned beautiful churches! You’ll visit the main towns of the famous Golden Ring of Russia – the name for several cities and smaller towns north-east of Moscow.

Your first stop will be in the town of Vladimir, the ancient capital of all Russian principalities. The city dates back to the 11th century and is one of the oldest and the most important towns along the Ring! Next, you’ll visit Suzdal, a calm ancient Russian town north of Vladimir with only 13,000 inhabitants!

The old-style architecture and buildings of Suzdal are kept wonderfully intact. If you’re spending three days in Moscow, or more, this is a great option for exploring the charming areas outside the city!

Zvenigorod Day Trip and Russian Countryside

Zvenigorod Day Trip and Russian Countryside

On this 9-hour private tour, you’ll explore the ancient town of Zvenigorod, one of the oldest towns in the Moscow region! As you leave Moscow you’ll enjoy the stunning scenery along the Moscow River, and make a few stops at old churches along the way to Zvenigorod.

Upon arrival, you’ll explore the medieval center, including the 14th-century Savvino-Storozhevsky Monastery. Next, you’ll take a break for lunch (own expense) where you’ll have the chance to try out the Russian cuisine! Next, you’ll visit the Museum of Russian Dessert and sip on tea at a Russian tea ceremony.

The final stop of the day is at the Ershovo Estate, a gorgeous place to walk around and enjoy nature!

Day Trip to St Petersburg by Train visiting Hermitage & Faberge

Day Trip to St Petersburg by Train visiting Hermitage and Faberge

On this full-day tour, you’ll enjoy a a full round trip to St Petersburg where you’ll spend an exciting day exploring another popular Russian city! You’ll be picked up from your hotel in Moscow and be transferred to the train station where you’ll ride the high-speed train ‘Sapsan’ to St Petersburg.

Upon arrival, you’ll start the day by touring the Hermitage Museum and the Winter Palace. Next, you’ll visit the Faberge Museum, where you’ll explore the impressive collection of rare Faberge Eggs! In the afternoon, enjoy a sightseeing boat ride and a traditional 3-course Russian lunch.

If you’re spending 3 days in Moscow, or more, this is an excellent trip to take!

Trip to Kolomna – Authentic Cultural Experience from Moscow

Trip to Kolomna - Authentic Cultural Experience from Moscow

On this 10-hour tour, you’ll escape the city and travel to the historic town of Kolomna! First, you’ll visit the 14th-century Kolomna Kremlin, home to the Assumption Cathedral and an abundance of museums!

Next, enjoy lunch at a local cafe (own expense) before embarking on a tour of the Marshmallow Museum – of course, a marshmallow tasting is provided!  Your final stop is the Museum of Forging Settlements, where displays include armor and accessories for fishing and hunting.

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Find out what people want to know when planning their Moscow itinerary.

How many days you need in Moscow?

We recommend that you spend at least two or three days in Moscow to take it all in.

What’s the best month to visit Moscow?

The best time to visit Moscow is over the spring, from March to May as temperatures are mild, crowds are thin and prices are reasonable.

What are some unusual things to do in Moscow?

I mean, queuing up to see an almost 100 year old corpse is pretty unsual! Check out Lenin’s Mausoleum if you fancy it!

What are some fun things to do in Moscow?

The Memorial Museum of Cosmonautics is a fun place to explore the famous space race from the perspective of the ‘other side’!

We hope you enjoyed our Moscow itinerary! We’ve made sure to cover all the Moscow must-sees as well as some unique attractions in the city! Our addition of insider tips, favorite food stops, and day trips from Moscow is an added bonus and will guarantee you make the most out of your exciting Russian vacation!

Immerse yourself in the modern and traditional Russian lifestyle! Get lost in museums, witness awe-inspiring architecture, and indulge in Russian cuisine! Spend the day strolling through all of the charming sites of Moscow, admiring the beautiful scenery and discovering the city’s fairytale-like enchantment!

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Buses and minibuses in a parking lot. The sky is dark blue, and a few stars are visible.

Aurora Tourism in Iceland: You Can Seek, but You May Not Find

The country markets itself as a destination to see the northern lights — especially this year, which is a peak time for solar activity. But they can be elusive, as one writer recently found.

In Reykjavík, Iceland, aurora borealis tourism is a booming business. Hopeful tourists board buses to head out into the night in search of the northern lights. Credit... Sigga Ella for The New York Times

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By Amelia Nierenberg

Amelia Nierenberg spent four nights searching for the northern lights in Iceland.

  • March 25, 2024

From the outside, it may seem like the northern lights dance across Iceland’s skies each night. On Icelandair ads, planes fly across shimmering curtains in the sky. On social media, travelers gaze at the green bands above them . The lights are even on some recycling bins in Reykjavík, the capital: “Keep Iceland Clean.”

In the past decade or so, an aurora borealis industrial complex has boomed in Iceland. Many rent a car and go out on their own, but there are northern lights big bus tours and northern lights minibus tours and northern lights Super Jeep tours . There are private guides and boat cruises . There’s an observatory base camp . There’s even a museum .

Tourists line up outside a red minibus in the twilight. Behind them, there is a light green statue that is illuminated.

But the lights can be elusive.

“Tourists sometimes expect, like, ‘At what time do you turn them on?’” said Björn Saevar Einarsson, a forecaster at Iceland’s meteorological office , chuckling. “Like we have a switch in the back room.”

This year, the letdowns are especially intense.

The northern lights, which are also called the aurora borealis, are most visible when there are solar flares, which are big eruptions on the sun that send charged particles toward Earth. This year, the sun is approaching the peak of its 11-year cycle of activity , which some assume means that the displays could peak, too.

But the enhanced solar activity doesn’t necessarily mean the northern lights will be brighter or more frequent, scientists wearily explain. Instead, they mostly mean that the lights can be seen farther south than usual: In recent months, they have been visible in Arizona , Missouri and southern England .

That doesn’t mean much for Iceland.

In fact, Icelanders and scientists said, this winter is nothing special. Sometimes, the lights are there. Sometimes, they aren’t. Just like always.

Hunting the lights

But nothing special, with the northern lights, is still very special. And so tourists keep coming .

Last month, I joined the fray. For four nights, I looked for telltale sky shimmers in and around Reykjavík.

I booked my tickets riding high — this was the best year yet, right? But as I learned more, and as my flight neared, my hopes ebbed. Scientists and tour leaders gently told me that the skies were cloudy and the solar activity seemed quiet.

“Just to let you know the forecast doesn’t look too good” Inga Dís Richter, the chief commercial officer at Icelandia , a tourism agency, wrote in an email two days before I planned to take a minibus trip with Reykjavik Excursions , one of its tour operators.

“But,” she added, “this can change.”

To find the lights, guides and travelers often rely on aurora forecasts, which overlay cloud cover and solar activity. They check them constantly, like a bride with an outdoor wedding in mid-April.

Some of the forecasts are free, like the aurora forecast run by Iceland’s meteorological office or Iceland at Night , which includes space weather. (Some are not — Aurora Forecast , which costs $12.99 a year, sends alerts.) Many people also turn to Facebook pages , where enthusiasts hungrily swap sightings.

Luck, though, is everything.

“There’s only one thing less predictable with the northern lights, and that’s the Arctic weather,” said John Mason, a global expert on the northern lights. “An aurora forecast is barely worth the paper that it’s written on.”

The guides work hard to explain the science, and set expectations. Most companies offer a free rebooking option if the lights do not show.

On my first night of aurora stalking, despite Ms. Richter’s warnings, I joined an expectant group on the Reykjavík Excursions minibus. For $88, I got a seat on the 19-person bus, which left the city’s central bus station at 9:30 p.m.

Over the next three to four hours, we would drive through the Icelandic night together. I’d either see something astonishing with these strangers — the sky, banded with light — or shiver with them shoulder-to-shoulder, awkward in the cold.

As we pulled onto the road, Gudjon Gunnarsson, the guide, set the mood early. “We are going hunting for the lights,” he said, emphasizing the word “hunting,” “similar to going out fishing in a lake.”

He drove for about 45 minutes, letting Reykjavík’s glow fade behind us. The city has about 140,000 people, and no real skyscrapers, so there’s limited light pollution. Although the northern lights can appear over the city, it’s best to see them in total darkness.

Then he paused and consulted with another guide.

“It is too cloudy here,” he told his flock. “So we will keep driving.”

But as we kept driving, clouds turned to a dense fog, so thick that the moon all but disappeared.

Mr. Gunnarsson turned off the main highway about an hour after we left Reykjavík. He parked in a parking lot. Or maybe it was a side street? The darkness was so deep that I could only make out the moonlight on the ocean, and only then after my eyes adjusted.

We disembarked and stood dutifully beside him, staring up at the sky. Then, one woman pointed toward Reykjavík. Were those the lights? (No. That was light pollution.)

Christof Reinhard, 65, who owns a medical laser company and was visiting with his family from Paris, mused that our search was a little bit like a safari. Sure, the desert is amazing, but it’s much better with lions. Or, maybe, was this more like a whale watch?

“Instead of a boat,” he said, “you have a bus.”

Mr. Gunnarsson watched the group stomp their feet and bend into the wind. Fifteen minutes. Then, half an hour. The clouds hung thick above. “There’s nothing happening here, as you can see,” he finally said to relieved chuckles. “It’s one of those nights where you just have to give up.”

Tourists can get mad, Mr. Gunnarsson and other guides said. It’s rare, but it does happen.

“It’s the trip that has our worst reviews,” said Eric Larimer, the digital marketing manager for Gray Line Iceland , a day tour and airport transport company.

A wake-up call for the aurora

For some, the joy is in the search, even if there is no find. A few focus on astronomy, often opting to stay at Hotel Rangá , which is just off the main ring road (Route 1) near Iceland’s south coast.

The hotel looks unassuming — low-slung and wooden — but it’s one of the most famous in Iceland. (The Kardashians stayed there . So did the Real Housewives of Orange County .) A standard room costs more than $300, depending on the season.

But Rangá doesn’t just cater to celebrities. It also draws astronomy buffs, enticed by its “aurora wake-up call” service and its observatory, which has state-of-the-art telescopes.

“One thing is to sell them,” said Fridrik Pálsson, the hotel’s owner, speaking of the northern lights. “Another thing is to deliver them.”

About 20 years ago, before the northern lights industry took off, he delegated the night security guard to monitor the sky. The guard pokes his head out every few minutes to look for the telltale flicker. If he sees the lights, he alerts the guests.

The service aims to address one of the main issues with hunting for the northern lights: They are usually only visible on winter nights, when it is very cold, very windy and very late.

“To be a good northern lights observer, you need the constitution of an insomniac polar bear,” Dr. Mason said.

My room phone, alas, stayed silent. But I did dream about the lights — great Wonka colors swirling, strangely, behind the Chrysler Building.

Mr. Pálsson built the observatory, too. Even if the lights didn’t show up, he figured, the stars are still magnificent — and, for city dwellers, also rare. The hotel contracts astronomers to work the telescopes and explain the stars to guests.On my second night in Iceland, as twilight slipped below happy-hour skies, I crunched across the snow to the observatory with Saevar Helgi Bragason, an Icelandic science communicator who leads the astronomy program.

He bent into a toddler-size telescope, focusing it on the moon’s craters. They looked clearer than the hotel, just a short walk away. It was too early for the lights, he said. And that evening seemed too cloudy (on Earth) and too quiet (on the sun).

Mr. Bragason joked that the lights can get in his way — they create a mist over the stars he really wants to see. But tourists often come specifically to see them. And sometimes, he said, as they wait impatiently, they can miss the real wonder.

“You’re left with these beautiful skies above you,” he said. “Basically, literally, another universe opens up.”

Creating a lights season

Hotel Rangá was a pioneer in Iceland’s northern lights tourism industry: About two decades ago, people came to Iceland for the long summer days, and left as daylight slipped farther south.

“I found it rather stupid in the beginning,” admitted Mr. Pálsson, the owner of Rangá, speaking of northern lights tourism.

But spreading tourism throughout the year made sense. Partly, that was an environmental concern. The tourists would crowd the country’s extraordinary natural sites over just a few months. It was also economic. When the visitors left Iceland, tourism jobs would ebb with the sunlight.

So the northern lights, which are reliably visible from September to March, became the backbone of the country’s winter branding, said Sveinn Birkir Björnsson, the marketing and communications director at Business Iceland , which promotes the country.

“To be able to sell this product of cold and darkness, you have to have something to offer,” he said.

Now, even though June, July and August are the busiest months, tourism has evened out over the seasons. In 2023, there were about 1.1 million international visitors to Iceland during the aurora months, based on departures from Keflavík Airport, according to data from Iceland’s tourist board . From April to August, there were about 1.1 million, too.

About a decade earlier , when tourism overall to Iceland was lower, there were about 336,000 departures from the main airport in colder months, and about 446,000 in the spring and summer.

The winter travelers are drawn by the lights — and the hot springs, glaciers and icy waterfalls. It’s also cheaper than the summer season.

Some try to visit volcanoes , but the country recently warned tourists to avoid the lava flows — Iceland is living in an unusually active period of seismic activity . In January, lava flowed into a small town and last week a volcano erupted with just 40 minutes’ notice near the Blue Lagoon thermal springs, one of the country’s biggest attractions.

The final attempts

Near midnight on my last night, a Sunday, I drove to the Grótta Lighthouse , a popular spot on the outskirts of Reykjavík.

A few die-hard experts had warned me off — many tourists go there because it’s darker than most of Reykjavík, but then don’t think to turn off their headlights. It was also raining, greatly diminishing my chances of seeing the lights.

But I only had three hours before I had to leave to make my predawn flight. I felt a little desperate, a little dazed. I parked, and approached two people who were sitting in the rain on a wet wall, looking at the water in the darkness. I climbed over seaweed, and introduced myself. What would it mean to them, I asked, if the lights suddenly appeared?

“It’d be a little bit like the cherry on top,” said Catherine Norburn, 29, who was visiting from England.

She and her husband were set to fly out the next morning. They had not yet seen the lights.

“We don’t have high hopes,” said her husband, Reece Norburn, 29, “but it’s now or never.”

We didn’t see the lights. And I didn’t see them later, even after pulling off the highway halfway between Reykjavík and the airport at 3:30 a.m., half convinced by a shimmery cloud.

But I did spend more time looking up at the sky. And it’s a marvel.

In New York City, where I live, the night sky blooms orange-mauve. In Iceland, the nighttime darkness is just that — darkness. Clouds roll, breaking the deep blue. Stars actually shine. Northern lights or no northern lights, it was still cosmically beautiful.

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are spending their respective time off in The Bahamas, a source confirms to Us Weekly .

The couple were spotted on their island getaway on Monday, March 18, per photos shared via gossip blog Deux Moi . Swift and Kelce, both 34, were snapped while on a stroll in the harbor.

Days before their tropical trip, Swift and Kelce spent some quality time in Los Angeles . Us confirmed the pair were spotted at the Bird Street Club, private club in West Hollywood, on Saturday March 16, and mingled with Disney CEO Bob Iger and his wife Willow Bay .

Earlier this month, a second source exclusively told Us that Kelce and Swift were recuperating from their busy schedules on the West Coast. Kelce finished his football season by winning Super Bowl LVIII in February. Swift, for her part, has been jet-setting around the world as she took her Eras Tour overseas.

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“They’re focused on rest and recuperation and relaxing at home and having low-key and chill time together,” the insider said. “They are enjoying movie nights in her home theater, catching up on films and shows they’ve missed.”

The source added that the twosome are enjoying “a break from the buzz of their careers” and “intend on spending quality time together and with friends and family.”

Swift and Kelce began dating in summer 2023 and made things official that September when the Grammy winner publicly attended her first Kansas City Chiefs game. The duo first connected after the tight end attempted to give the singer his phone number via a friendship bracelet during the Kansas City stop on her The Eras Tour .

Since Kelce and Swift got together, they both have supported each other in their respective fields. Swift became a staple in the Kansas City Chiefs suite rooting on Kelce with his friends and family. Kelce has also gone to five of Swift’s concerts during her world tour.

In addition to touring and releasing her concert film, Swift also has been working on new music . Swift is dropping her 11th studio album, The Tortured Poets Department , on April 19.

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“I needed to make it. It was really a lifeline for me,” Swift told fans of the upcoming release, which is speculated to be about her breakup with boyfriend of six years Joe Alwyn , at a February concert. “It sort of reminded me of why songwriting is something that actually gets me through life and I’ve never had an album where I’ve needed songwriting more than I needed it on Tortured Poets.”

An additional source teased to Us that Swift has already been inspired by Kelce .

“Taylor has already written songs about Travis,” the insider told Us last month. “She’s written at least two songs. They have to do with their love story and falling in love with him.”

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By Heather Chen and Sana Noor Haq, CNN

Israeli siege puts Al Amal Hospital "out of service," Palestine Red Crescent Society says

From CNN’s Xiaofei Xu

The Al Amal Hospital in Khan Younis, in southern Gaza is "out of service" after the Israeli military forced medical staff to evacuate the facility, Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) warned on Tuesday.

“The occupation forces forced the hospital teams to evacuate and closed its entrances with earthen barriers,” the organization said in a  statement  on X.

At least 27 PRCS staff and six patients were evacuated from the hospital, with help from the United Nations Office for Humanitarian Affairs. The bodies of two people who had been killed inside the hospital were included in the evacuation.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said “troops are continuing to conduct operational activity in the areas of Al Amal and Al-Qarara, eliminating terrorists and carrying out targeted raids on terrorist infrastructure,” on Tuesday.

CNN cannot independently verify the IDF's statement.

Israeli forces wounded displaced people sheltering at the hospital, who later died, the PRCS said on Sunday.

Remember: Hospitals are protected civilian objects under international humanitarian law. It is illegal, with few exceptions, to attack hospitals. A hospital can lose its special protected status only if it is used by an armed group for acts that are “harmful to the enemy.”

But, even if a hospital loses its special status, the wounded and sick inside are still protected by the principle of proportionality. A warning must be given, and time for safe evacuation, before carrying out an attack.

UK carries out first solo airdrop into Gaza

From CNN's Niamh Kennedy in London

Humanitarian aid is loaded onto a Royal Air Force aircraft in Amman, Jordan, in this handout released on March 26.

The UK carried out its first solo airdrop into Gaza on Monday, dropping over 11 tons of food aid into the besieged Palestinian enclave. 

A Royal Air Force plane flew from Amman, in Jordan, to release the aid along the northern Gaza coastline "as part of the Jordanian-led international aid mission," the UK Ministry of Defence said on Tuesday. 

The UK stressed its commitment to ensuring that the food aid, including "water, rice, cooking oil, flour, tinned goods and baby formula," reaches those who "need it most." 

Aid distribution warnings: Humanitarian agencies have criticized airdrops as an inefficient and degrading way of getting aid to Gazans, urging Israeli authorities to lift controls on land crossings into the enclave.

"You're throwing aid into the wind to people who've been starving and have been denied humanitarian access. This will create chaos, predictably, and we cannot blame the people for that," the UN's special rapporteur for food, Michael Fakhri, told journalists in Geneva earlier this month. 

There have been calls on allies of Israel, including the UK and the US, to put pressure on Israel to allow more relief into Gaza via land crossings.

British defense secretary Grant Shapps on Tuesday said Israel should "provide port access and open more land crossings in order to increase incoming aid deliveries to Gaza." 

Israeli attacks persist in Gaza after UN Security Council resolution demands immediate ceasefire

From CNN's Ami Kaufman

A man carries the shrouded body of a child who was killed overnight during Israeli bombardment, at al-Najar Hospital in Rafah, on March 26.

The Israeli military launched attacks in northern and southern Gaza on Tuesday, despite a UN Security Council calling for an immediate ceasefire in the Palestinian enclave.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said "troops are operating in the area of Al Amal in Khan Yunis; the IDF and ISA are continuing to conduct precise operational activity in the Shifa Hospital."

Israel's Air Force claimed targets on 60 sites across the Gaza Strip over the past day. CNN cannot independently verify the IDF's statements.

People inspect damage to a building that was struck during Israeli bombardment the previous night in Rafah, on March 26.

Foreign Minister Israel Katz insisted that Israel "will not cease fire" after the UN Security Council on Monday passed a resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire for the remaining weeks of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, the immediate and unconditional release of hostages and "the urgent need to expand the flow" of aid into Gaza.

Katz added that Israel "will destroy Hamas and continue to fight until the last of the hostages returns home," in a statement on X.

Human rights warnings: Israel's military campaign in Gaza since the Hamas-led October 7 attacks has destroyed neighborhoods , wiped out families, and exposed the population of more than 2.2 million people to the risk of famine .

Earlier this month, Oxfam and Human Rights Watch warned that Israeli authorities have carried out "indiscriminate and disproportionate attacks" in Gaza, "imposed collective punishment on the civilian population" and "used starvation of civilians as a weapon of war."

Low point reached in rift between Biden and Netanyahu

From CNN's Kevin Liptak and MJ Lee

 Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a conference in Jerusalem on March 17.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s decision to scrap a planned delegation to Washington — a trip President Joe Biden  personally requested a week ago — amounts to a low point in the  ever-deepening rift between the two men.

Netanyahu did not communicate directly with Biden over the decision, a US official said, and the president has no plans to phone the prime minister to discuss the matter.

The White House viewed the cancelation as an overreaction and the move has perplexed US officials.

The talks in Washington were set to occur at a crucial moment, not only for the trajectory of the conflict but for gauging Washington’s influence on its ally.

US officials had planned to offer the Israeli delegation alternative options for going after  Hamas in the southern Gaza city of Rafah,  hoping to forestall what the US believes would amount to a humanitarian catastrophe  if Israel launched a full-scale ground invasion.

Netanyahu remains determined to push ahead with a ground offensive in Rafah, even without US support.

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Israel's push for more US weaponry comes at a delicate moment

From CNN's Natasha Bertrand and Alex Marquardt

US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant speak during a press conference in Tel Aviv, Israel on October 13, 2023.

When Israeli defense minister Yoav Gallant meets with US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Tuesday, Gallant is expected to ask for more US weaponry and equipment to support Israel’s war in Gaza, US officials said.

It is an extremely delicate request because US weapons sales to Israel are under intense scrutiny by lawmakers and critics of President Joe Biden’s ongoing support for Israel.

“The secretary still believes fundamentally in Israel’s inherent right to defend themselves and that we will continue to support them in that regard,” Pentagon press secretary Patrick Ryder said on Monday. “That support is ironclad.”

It also comes as the US and Israel's relationship hit a new low point after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu scrapped a delegation's Washington visit with US officials to discuss Israel’s military plans for southern Gaza.

According to a senior administration official, Gallant will be told that the various cases of weapons sales are being worked on. “There is scrutiny, but no policy decision to deny” the provision of additional weapons to Israel, the official told CNN.

Some background: The Biden administration has been debating whether and how to condition certain forms of military assistance to Israel. Despite the heightened tensions, the growing weapons sales from the US remain top of mind for Israeli defense officials, who have been pushing their US counterparts for faster approval and progress on the weapons transfers.

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UN vote deepens US-Israel tensions. Here's what you need to know

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Tensions between the US and Israel were further exposed on Monday when Washington stood aside and allowed the UN Security Council to pass a resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.

The US decision to abstain from the vote prompted Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to cancel a scheduled trip to the US by two of his top advisers, two Israeli officials said.

US and Israeli officials were expected to discuss alternatives to a planned Israeli military ground offensive in Rafah , southern Gaza.

“We’re very disappointed that they will not be coming to Washington, DC, to allow us to have a fulsome conversation with them about viable alternatives to going in on the ground in Rafah,” US National Security spokesman John Kirby said.

Despite US pressure, Netanyahu is determined to launch a ground offensive into the Gazan city, where about 1.4 million people are sheltering in dire conditions.

Here are the latest developments in the conflict:

  • Hostage and ceasefire deal: Israel has agreed to a US proposal on a deal that would release around 700 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for 40 hostages, according to CNN analyst Barak Ravid and CNN affiliate Channel 11 (Kan News). Hamas pushed back on the reports and said some issues remain. US officials remain in Doha to continue discussions over a ceasefire deal, according to a source .
  • Al-Shifa raid: Israel's military said it killed 180 people in its raid on Al-Shifa Hospital, which is in its second week. An Israeli general vowed to stay until "the last terrorist is in our hands." Witnesses say hundreds of civilians are trapped inside. An eyewitness told CNN they saw hundreds of Hamas and Islamic Jihad members inside the hospital on the eve of the raid.
  • Aid obstructions: UNICEF spokesperson James Elder has expressed frustration about getting aid to those who "desperately" need it in the Gaza Strip due to the complicated security process. 
  • Palestinian recognition: Israel has criticized a plan devised by the leaders of Ireland, Spain, Malta and Slovenia to work towards the recognition of Palestinian statehood , questioning the appropriateness of such a move in the wake of the October 7 attacks. 

China welcomes UN Security Council resolution calling for immediate ceasefire, while criticizing US

From CNN's Simone McCarthy and Alex Stambaugh

Ambassador Zhang Jun of China speaks to the press at a stakeout after the Security Council meeting in New York on March 25. 

China welcomed the UN Security Council resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire between Gaza and Israel that was approved on Monday, hailing it as "unequivocal and correct in its direction" in comparison to a resolution put forward by the US last week that did not pass.

"The current draft is unequivocal and correct in its direction, demanding an immediate ceasefire, while the previous one has been evasive and ambiguous," China's ambassador to the UN Zhang Jun said. "The differences between the two drafts boil down to nothing but whether there should be an immediate and unconditional ceasefire and whether the collective punishment of the people in Gaza should be allowed to continue."

Zhang also highlighted the "unprecedented humanitarian catastrophe" in Gaza, saying "this resolution, if fully and effectively implemented, could still bring long-awaited hope."

China also urged an end to civilian harm and called for humanitarian supplies to be able to enter Gaza "in sufficient quantities" to reach people in need. It hailed the work of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) and urged all parties to fully restore funding, as well as welcomed efforts of Egypt, Qatar and the US "to promote the release of the hostages."

Last week, the US put forward a resolution calling for “an immediate and sustained ceasefire … in connection with the release of all remaining hostages,” which failed after China and Russia vetoed it. It came after the US vetoed prior UNSC resolutions citing concerns they would jeopardize sensitive negotiations. 

UNICEF spokesperson says obstructions slow "lifesaving aid" to Gaza

From CNN's Jomana Karadsheh and Mohammed Tawfeeq

UNICEF spokesperson James Elder has expressed frustration about getting aid to those who "desperately" need it in the Gaza Strip due to the complicated security process. 

There have been "a lot of arguments and discussions in the media and on social media about the obstructions to getting lifesaving aid to people in desperate need here in the Gaza Strip," Elder said in a video he filmed from the enclave and posted to Instagram on Monday.

"Well, I am on one such mission, trying to head north with vaccines, with malnutrition supplies for severely malnourished babies, with obstetric kits for pregnant women," he said.

He said UNICEF staff "waited at checkpoints for hours. We've been given apparently the green light. We've gone forward. We've been told to come back."

"This is the reality, day in and day out, as we try, often in vain, to get aid to those who desperately, desperately need it," Elder said.

Some background: Humanitarian workers and government officials overseeing aid distribution in Gaza previously told CNN  a clear pattern has emerged of Israeli obstruction . They say the Israeli agency that controls access to Gaza has imposed arbitrary and contradictory criteria. 

Eyewitness says Hamas and Islamic Jihad militants were at Al-Shifa Hospital before Israeli raid

From CNN's Abeer Salman and Jeremy Diamond

Smoke rises during an Israeli raid at Al Shifa Hospital in Gaza and the area around it on March 21.

On the eve of the Israeli military raid last Monday on Al-Shifa Hospital, an eyewitness spotted hundreds of Hamas and Islamic Jihad members inside the hospital.

The eyewitness, who spoke to CNN on condition of anonymity for fear of reprisals, estimated about 400 to 500 Hamas and Islamic Jihad members and their families arrived at the hospital in mid-March. Some of them appeared to be members of Hamas' political branch, while others were armed militants.

The eyewitness said some of the militants were carrying guns inside the hospital.

CNN has asked the Gaza Health Ministry for comment.

The Israeli military launched a major operation at Al-Shifa last Monday, alleging that Hamas and Islamic Jihad militants had embedded themselves within the hospital.

As the military operation enters its second week, the Israeli military says it has detained “approximately 500” Hamas and Islamic Jihad militants in and around the hospital and killed about 170 militants.

Thousands of civilians were also sheltering inside the medical complex at the time of the raid and eyewitnesses said medical personnel and other civilians were also detained by Israeli troops.

Hundreds of those sheltering were stranded inside the hospital for days — with little food or water — and warned by the Israeli military that they would be shot if they exited the hospital without first receiving instructions to evacuate.

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The majority of Moscow's tourism is from internal visitors but it is hoping the UAE and wider Gulf can change that

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Moscow aims to double the number of annual visitors from the UAE this year, to expand its international tourist base amid headwinds such as the war with Ukraine. 

Bulat Nurmukhanov, head of the International Cooperation Division at Moscow City Tourism Committee (MCTC), told AGBI that while the Russian capital’s domestic tourism has broadly recovered since the pandemic, international tourism has yet to do so. 

Moscow received 24.3 million visitors in 2023, he said, of which 2.3 million were international and the rest were from elsewhere in Russia. In 2019, Moscow recorded 25 million visitors, of which four million were from overseas.  

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“Despite the challenges Moscow faces today, it has almost recovered its pre-Covid visitor flow of 2019 – our best year for the industry, helped by the effect of hosting the Fifa World Cup in 2018,” Nurmukhanov said.  

“But most of these are domestic tourists. We hope that by working with new markets such as the UAE, we can restructure the international tourism base and attract more visitors from the Emirates and wider GCC.”

Moscow has yet to calculate the number of visitors from the UAE last year, but it is a small proportion of the overseas total, according to Nurmukhanov. However, it is an important source market because of its higher-than-average spend per visit. 

“They’re helping load Moscow’s five-star hotels”, he said. These are not as popular among domestic tourists and other nationalities as three and four-star hotels. 

Bulat Nurmukhanov of the Moscow City Tourism Committee hopes working with the UAE can ' restructure the international tourism base'

Last summer, MCTC revealed that tourists from the Middle East accounted for more than 30 percent of Moscow’s total tourist flow from outside the Commonwealth of Independent States in 2022. 

“Middle Eastern countries are among the most promising markets for inbound tourism,” the committee noted. 

In the UAE, the number of Russian tourists and investors leapt in the year after Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine, as Russian businesses sought a safe haven free of sanctions imposed on them by the West. 

Bilateral trade between the two countries has also risen sharply , by 63 percent between January and September 2023 to $9 billion, according to Russia’s government. 

Nurmukhanov said: “We’re already receiving a decent amount of tourists from the UAE and want to make sure that now, we adapt our infrastructure and design new hospitality products, entertainment and offerings that will be in their interest.” 

The strategy includes enhancing relationships between Moscow and UAE hotels, travel agents and tour operators; improving restaurants’ halal offerings; translating menus and other literature to Arabic, and promoting popular activities such as bear hunting, helicopter trips and horse riding.  

Some Moscow hotels even help GCC tourists to purchase warm clothing for their trip, Nurmukhanov said. Gulf visitors can obtain visas on arrival in Russia, and in November a rapid e-visa service was extended to other countries.  

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This is the story the Detroit Red Wings want to write: 'We belong in the playoffs'

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Remember what it is like when the Detroit Red Wings make the playoffs?

It was a tradition for a quarter of a century, a yearly given come April on par with taxes being due. Then the franchise sank into a rebuild, and missing the playoffs in 2017 turned into a seven-year event. Now it looks like, at last, the Wings might really make it past the regular season . They enter the final three weeks with a berth within their grasp — much more so than in previous years, when they were still in it mathematically, but not realistically.

"I think it feels special, but it also feels real," Moritz Seider said. "We earned it to be in this position. We just have to put nerves or excitement by the side and grind. Every game is a playoff game for us and hopefully we can build momentum and be ready for something we’ve all been waiting for. It’s a lot more fun playing intense games now and hopefully be part of a cool experience here."

ROAD WARRIORS? With Dylan Larkin back, Red Wings ready to 'eat any point' on 5-game trip

The Wings (36-29-6) began a five-game road trip Saturday with a 1-0 loss to the Nashville Predators, but it was a performance that more times than not will lead to banking points; the tight result against a red-hot Western Conference foe should build confidence on a trip where success is crucial to bringing playoff hockey to Detroit.

The only homegrown — that is, drafted and developed by Detroit — Red Wing on the team that made the postseason in 2016 is Dylan Larkin. Back then, he was a rookie, and the Wings were playing at Joe Louis Arena; now he's a nine-year veteran with the captain's "C" on his sweater and the Wings are still waiting for their first playoff game at Little Caesars Arena. When he returned from an eight-game absence, during which the Wings went 2-6, Larkin spoke about how hard it was to watch his team squander the leeway built up during January and February, which had the Wings sitting in the East's first wild-card berth.

"It was extremely challenging, but I think we’re all in this together," he said. "Every season is long and things happen and whatnot. We have a special group and we showed it. I never question our care, or how much guys care for each other and the team in that room, and I knew we would come out of this and turn it around. 

"Our whole goal all year has been trying to write a story as a group and play for each other. I’m really proud of the way this group has done that all season long. If you asked any guy in that room if we’d be in this position, everyone would take it. It just validates that feeling, that we belong in the playoffs."

Belong in the playoffs. That's a phrase that wasn't even whispered just four years ago, when the Wings were the worst team in the NHL. Steve Yzerman should be recognized as the league's top exec at some point for how he has transformed the franchise in just five years, despite never drafting higher than fourth (and that was just once, in 2020 after the Wings finished with the league's worst record) or landing a marquee free agent from a market that rarely sees top talent available.

There was no bigger endorsement that this team does "belong in the playoffs" than Yzerman's decision at the March 8 trade deadline to not make any additions. That was a referendum on the present, and the future — this team can advance, and it shouldn't cost assets such as draft picks or prospects.

TURNING IT AROUND: Red Wings hope 'kick in the' (ahem) rear will finally lead to better starts

"We love to see support from Steve, we love everything he is going," David Perron said, "but after it’s all said and done, we focus on what we can do."

It was a bad, baffling, look when the Wings ran up four straight losses after the deadline, including two to the draft lottery-bound Arizona Coyotes. Then there was the first period against the also-lottery-bound Columbus Blue Jackets on March 19, which was such an aberration coach Derek Lalonde publicly wondered if the team had quit.

Those kind of bumps can't happen again, not with just 11 games left (and seven of those on the road). If they want to write themselves into the playoffs, the Wings need to play energetic, defense-first hockey. Losses happen, but going without at least giving an effort — which was lacking during that seven-game skid — won't get the Wings the ending they crave.

Larkin referred to this time of year as "an emotional roller coaster," because of the day-to-day tumult — the standings are tight, as the New York Islanders and Washington Capitals give close chase in the wild-card race, and a loss might mean a day spent outside the playoff picture.

"We’re at the time of the year where you’re playing every other day," Larkin said. "It’s hard. Going through adversity, we’ll see what it does for us, but I don’t think the way we’ve come out of it it’s a bad thing."

It's growth for the Wings to be so close to securing a playoff spot. Now they just have to write an ending that has them introducing LCA to playoff hockey.

Contact Helene St. James at [email protected] . Follow her on Twitter @helenestjames . Her latest book, “On the Clock: Behind the Scenes with the Detroit Red Wings at the NHL Draft,” is available from  Amazon , Barnes & Noble and Triumph Books. Personalized copies available via her e-mail.

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A Jewish lawmaker from Arizona took fellow officials to Israel. What did they learn?

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Religious faith and personal feelings about the ongoing conflict in Israel and Gaza motivated Arizona Rep. Alma Hernandez to take a group of fellow lawmakers to the region earlier this month.

“It was important for people to see this, to bear witness to what’s actually going on,” she told The Arizona Republic following the trip.

Hernandez, a Democrat, converted to Judaism in 2015 after finding out her maternal grandmother was Jewish. Her personalized license plate states “Zionist,” a nod to her deep commitment to the state of Israel.

The three-term legislator has faced antisemitism previously, but said she has experienced more problems since the deadly Oct. 7 raid by Hamas fighters into Israel. She said she's been worried about her safety at home since pro-Palestinian organizers targeted her with flyers listing her home address.

A New York City-based nonprofit group she’s worked with before, itrek, paid for the flight, lodging, transportation and security for the Arizona contingent.

Itrek’s stated mission is “to educate a generation of leaders about Israel’s values and global contributions to the world,” according to its IRS 990 forms. Records show itrek collects a few million dollars each year that helps fund trips to Israel, typically for college students. But the records don’t show who donated, and itrek didn’t return phone messages for this article.

The group of 17 Democratic and Republican Arizona House members spent March 2-5 in Israel meeting government officials and touring sites, including destroyed kibbutzes and the Nova Music Festival Memorial Site where Hamas slaughtered hundreds of civilians. They talked with families of hostages and the mother of a slain Israeli soldier, in addition to taking a tour of Jerusalem. An armed guard accompanied them everywhere they went.

The trip mainly focused on the experience of Israelis. Participants got close enough to the war zone to hear automatic gunfire, but could not enter Gaza for safety reasons. The trip did not include a visit to prisons that are holding thousands of Palestinians in what the Israel's Public Defender's Office recently called "crowded conditions" in "uninhabitable" spaces.

The group did meet with a Palestinian journalist who gave them a glimpse of his side of the conflict. Hernandez said she's honoring his wish not to reveal his name.

Hernandez admitted to some of the Israelis she met that she felt “a lot of anger and frustration, mainly because of what I’m going through.” Hearing the Palestinian perspective was “really important to me,” she said.

He told the group he was “taught to hate,” and that “Jews stole our land," she said. "He even said his efforts have always been around peace, because he doesn't want his children to be taught what he was taught.”

Participants felt emotional, intellectual impact from trip

Rep. Nancy Gutierrez of Tucson, one of the seven Democrats on the itrek tour, said hope for peace was evident to “everyone we talked to.” She plans to write about her experience in Israel, she added.

Another Democrat, Rep. Keith Seaman of Casa Grande, said the main reason he went was to “see the Holy Land” and Jerusalem. He was also interested in a talk they heard about Israel’s innovations in desalination, agriculture and renewable energy, adding “that was important, too.”

When asked if he thought Israel’s response to the Oct. 7 attack was justified, Seaman said: “I need to figure that out myself.”

None of the Democrats who went were among the Arizona legislators who signed a letter accusing Israel of "crimes" in the aftermath of the attack.

House Speaker Ben Toma was among the 10 Republicans on the trip. He was struck by the enormous impact the Oct. 7 attack had on “the average Israeli.”

“Whether Israeli-Arabs or Jewish, it was very traumatizing to them,” Toma said. “This is the worst thing that’s happened to them since the Holocaust.”

Rep. Justin Wilmeth, a Phoenix Republican, said he was “on the brink of tears” listening to the mother of a 21-year-old soldier killed in the war, who told the group she doesn’t “hate” the people who killed him. He brought home a paper cup with remnants of the Turkish coffee they drank in memory of the solider, who loved the grainy, strong drink.

As a supporter of Israel who’s interested in foreign affairs, Wilmeth believes he learned much on the trip that, as an elected official, he can better relate the Israeli mindset to others.

“They have to live in a world where their coffee shop might have a bomb in it one day,” he said.

Reach the reporter at   [email protected]  or 480-276-3237. Follow him on X @raystern .

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