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  About Moscow

Situated on the banks of the sparkling Moskva River, the city of Moscow is the capital of Russia. With a rich history and contribution towards the performing arts industry, the city is a haven for tourists during summers.

Best time to visit Moscow

June to August is practically perfect for a visit to Moscow. However, the finances will take a supreme toll during these months. As a cold country that witnesses a decent summer, the three months automatically become a favourite not just for tourists but also citizens of Russia. Hotel prices and flights are staggering and affording the same is next to impossible. Of course, the city does have some lovely festivals during this time, such as the Moscow International Film Festival and Usadbha Jazz Festival that takes place. Another reason that makes tourists from within Russia head to the capital. Nobody would want to miss the carnivalesque celebrations of Moscow. While June to August might be rough on the pockets, April to May might give you the satisfaction shelling out fewer rubles. The temperatures during this stretch are quite alluring as the sun starts to pop out of the clouds to entertain the city. Not to mention the festivals and events such as Russian Fashion Week, Labour Day/Spring Festival and Victory Day, that take over the city streets. You should know though that the cheap hotel prices in Moscow are only in the initial few days of spring. As the temperatures start to rise, the costs of the room will also see a tremendous growth.

No matter when you plan your trip, do avoid the winters in Moscow. Unless you're willing to risk the possibility of frostbites and low heart rates, the winter is certainly not meant for you. The temperatures drop to negative between November to March. It literally does have freezing cold winters that are not ideal for tourism or travelling.

Places to visit in Moscow

The one thing Moscow does not fall short off is the intriguing slew of museums, art galleries and preservation of monuments. You will notice how these places have been preserved by the government officials as they reflect the historical significance as well as the cultural relevance of Russia. From age-old cathedrals to Russian iconography, the city witnesses some of the finest architecture from the old times that continue to stand firm. As part of your sightseeing expedition in Moscow, you should start with Red Square. It is located at the heart of Moscow and is known to have symbolic significance to also be at the centre of the whole of Russia. Take some good time from your travel duration and spend as much time in Red Square as possible. The views are scintillating and definitely worth being captured. St. Basil's Cathedral is the next important place in the city. Originally called the Cathedral of Intercession of Theotokos on the Moat, the cathedral is located within the red Square. You will be able to recognise this structure for its bonfire-styled architecture.

Further continuing with your pilgrimage, do check out the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, nestled beautifully on the banks of river Moscow. The architecture is as Russian as it can get while the history is rather strange. Close to the cathedral is the Moscow Kremlin, a fortress located in the city centre, a little away from the Red Square. Kremlins are basically Russian citadels that serve as the official abode to the President of Russia. There are four palaces, a few towers and four cathedrals located in the Kremlin. Pushkin Fine Arts Museum is the perfect place to visit if you're invested in the artistic past of the country and its literary contributions. As home to one of the largest collections to be found in European art in Moscow, the museum honours some of the prominent names in the Russian art history. You should also check out Moscow Zoo if you're travelling with family. The zoo houses over 6,000 animals that range from 1,000 diverse species. It is an extremely old zoo and is definitely compelling. You should also check out Lenin's Mausoleum, which is actually quite a strange site. The place attracts tourists majorly because of the fact that it contains the embalmed body of Vladimir Lenin, which is always on display. It is odd and even disturbing, which seems to attract tourists from around the world.

Things to do in Moscow

Moscow caters majorly to the shopaholics in a traveller. They have the humongous department store called GUM, which houses a slew of high-end boutiques and brands. The interiors of the store are exquisite and marvellous. Luxury brands such as Dior to high-street fashion brands like Zara, also have stores in the complex. To give your taste buds a culinary excursion, head to Arbat Street. The place is legendary and is known to attract the highest number of tourists in Moscow. Thanks to the street, which is no short of a puny carnival, there are many restaurants, cafes, performers, live music, caricaturists, etc., who entertain the travellers. If you are tired with all the touristy indulgences and simply want to kick off your shoes and sit back, head to Gorky Park. The city's luscious green space is well-maintained and is perfect for finding tranquillity in the city. You simply cannot miss the Bolshoi Theatre as it is one of the biggest entertainment institutions in the country. The stage hosts a bunch of opera performances as well as beautiful ballet.

Food and Restaurants in Moscow

Russian cuisine is unique as it comprises dishes based on the geographical and environmental factors. From cold soups to excess meat, their meals are one of a kind and definitely worth trying. Using a single base, they make a plethora of dishes. Not only is this impressive, but it also expands their cuisine with variations to dishes. Traditional Russian meals should be something to indulge in when you're visiting Moscow. One of the most basic and common meals found in the city is Kasha, a healthy and unique version of porridge. You will find this everywhere, and its homely flavours will make you feel happy and satiated. Pelmeni is another interesting dish made by the Russians which consists of fish dumplings that are kept frozen, only to be cooked in boiling water for a flavourful explosion. The Russian version of pancakes or crepes, if you will, has meat and is served sour cream. Russians roll blini with cottage cheese, cabbage, mushrooms as fillings and complete the dish with smoked salmon and sour cream. You can change the sides to jam or honey as well. Of course, one of their most famous meals is borscht. It is typically cooked with beetroot and tomatoes, which is why it has the reddish-purple hue. The soup has beef, tossed with other vegetables.

To find some of the best Russian meals, you should head to Boemi, Megobari, LavkaLavka Farm Restaurant, Russian Pub and Paktika By Darvin. Of course, the city doesn't rid you of any other international cuisine. In fact, they do have some upscale dining experiences which can be found at places such as Italoniya, Tkemali, Beer Harbor, Lure Oyster Bar, Dzhumbus, Sabor de la Vida and 5+2, to name a few. Moscow has many cheap restaurants and pubs where you can chill to enjoy the city's vibe and interact with the locals. Shopping centres in the city have many food joints that would give you company, in case you were bored and hungry.

How to reach Moscow (Transportation)

Flight connectivity to Moscow from India is actually much better than you would assume. The city of Mumbai has dedicated direct flights to Moscow, making travel duration considerably less. There are nearly 280 flights that operate from India to Russia thanks to the demand it has. This provision of several flights is on a daily basis. Hence, in terms of getting flights to Moscow from India, you don't have to worry. Even the flight tickets to Moscow are inexpensive from India. Various international routes to Moscow are from the Middle East and European belt. Delhi also has the provision to charter direct flights to Moscow. The capital has two airlines that provide direct flights to Moscow. Travelling duration from Delhi to Moscow is close to seven hours while flights from Mumbai to Delhi have eleven hours travel duration. Airlines such as Air India, Air Arabia, Etihad, Emirates and Aeroflot are some of the primary ones to source flights to Moscow from India. The travelling is actually quite convenient with Middle being the popular route to reach Moscow from India.

As the flight tickets to Moscow from India aren't very exorbitant, you will be able to avail some travel discounts. In fact, there might be cheap flight tickets to Moscow available online. The more you peruse through the internet, the more you will find flight deals to Moscow. Accommodation options are also available, and some are even located close to the airport. Depending on the kind of trip, you can accordingly make your hotel reservations in Moscow.

  About Oman Air

Oman Air is the national flag carrier of the Sultanate of Oman. The enterprise came into existence in 1993 and has since been providing services to Oman. The airlines commenced as a regional carrier but soon rose to become the national carrier of Oman. Over the years, the airline has witnessed tremendous growth with respect to its services and flight connectivity. Oman Air's hub is at Muscat International Airport in Muscat, the country's capital. The head office is also located in the city. Oman Air has had quite an eventful history with some of the events not being as smooth as one would expect. With its genesis, the airline first leased a Boeing 737-300 that chartered from Muscat and travelled to Salalah. Later in the year, Oman Air flew its first international route with a flight to Dubai, also a Boeing 737-300. Soon, the operations to reach further away from Middle Eastern countries and cities expanded for Oman Air. The airline started operating flights to Thiruvananthapuram, Kuwait, Karachi, Colombo and more. In 1995, the airlines leased two Airbus A320s to fly to Singapore.

The Omani government re-evaluated the strategies to function Oman Air in 2007. As they introduced new plans to expand their reach, they expressed their desire to enter the long-haul carrier market. Following the same, they launched their long-haul flight services to Bangkok and London, later the same year. Oman Air also ordered about five Airbus A330 aircraft to be delivered in 2009 and eventually locked the deal with three A330-300s and two A330-200s. In 2010, Oman Air also introduced a revolutionary idea of providing telecom and WiFI services on-air on select routes. Oman Air also became the first airline in the world to offer both the connectivity services on air. The following year, Oman Air took home the coveted Gold award for "Airline of the Year" at France's Laurier d'Or du Voyage d'Affaires. The airline has since won several such awards for its exquisite aircraft services and luxe lounge facilities. Some of them include, "Best Airline Staff Service in the Middle East" by Skytrax and "Best Airline in Europe, Middle East and Africa" at the Seven Stars Luxury Lifestyle and Hospitality Awards

The airline has partnered with quite a few carriers in the world. With a view to extending its reach worldwide and receiving recognition globally. Further to help the loyal customers of Oman Air to reach various parts of the world with their exquisite services, they have facilitated partnerships with some airlines. These include their codeshare agreements with Bangkok Airways, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, Ethiopian Airlines, Kuwait Airways, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian, Saudi Arabian Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Sri Lankan Airlines, Thai Airways and Turkish Airlines. In fact, if you wish to book an Oman Air flight online, you can find their flights on several of their airline partners' web portals. These include Air Canada, Air Europa, Air France, Asiana Airlines, Bangkok Airways, British Airways, Cathay Pacific Airways, China Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Delta Air Lines, EgyptAir, Etihad Airways, Finnair, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, Gulf Air, Kenya Airways, Kuwait Airways, Malindo Air, LOT Polish Airlines, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, United Airlines and Vietnam Airlines, to name a few.

Fleet size of Oman Air

As of 2020, Oman Air has a fleet size of 54 aircraft. They are predominantly Airbus and Boeing aircraft along with Embraer 175. Currently, Oman Air has about six new Airbus A330-300s that are powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 700 engines. Further, as part of their Airbus fleet collection, the airline also has accommodated four new Airbus A330-200s with the layout having two cabins, business class and economy class. Apart from these, the airline majorly caters to accommodating Boeing aircraft in its fleet. These include the Dreamliner 787, which is a commercial aircraft. The plane is lighter and only utilizes 20 per cent less fuel compared to its contemporaries. Oman Air is also touted to be the first airline in the Gulf region to introduce and accommodate the new Boeing 737-900 aircraft series. The aircraft is known to have the best layout with a two-class cabin. Currently, Oman Air has two of the said aircraft in its fleet. Along with the 737-900, the airline also has introduced Boeing 737-800 with 18 aircraft being part of the airline's fleet. The airline has reserved a spot for Embraer 175 too. It has four brand new Embraer E-175 aircraft as part of its fleet. The aircraft accommodates about 11 business class and 60 economy class seats. The design and layout of the cabins are quite exquisite and elegant.

Oman Air Baggage Allowance

Oman Air has a standard baggage allowance policy that ensures that the traveller doesn't carry excess weight. Depending on the cabin class or the ticket type that the traveller chooses, the baggage clauses change accordingly. For first-class travellers, the maximum weight that can be carried in the baggage is about 50 kg. They are also allowed to carry about two pieces of baggage along with them for checking. The business class cabin has the same weight allowance as that of the first class. The weight cannot exceed 50 kg and can allow two pieces of baggage. As for the economy class, the airline has allowed up to 30 kg of weight and allows two pieces of baggage. These are checked baggage and the combined weight of the two bags need to sum up to 50 kg and 30 kg. The dimension of the bags needs to be within 158 cm, which includes the width, height and length. The dimension is standard and cannot be altered because the airline's cargo needs to accommodate the same. Also, if there is any excess baggage space that needs to be purchased, you can do the same at the airport. It will mean you will have to pay an extra fee to accommodate new baggage.

Oman Air will accept the baggage and ensure to deliver it to the destination airport without mishandling the baggage. It is recommended that the luggage be packed properly to avoid any complication or damage to the contents of the checked baggage. It is recommended that you carry valuable items such as important travel documents, medication, tickets, jewellery and other items in the hand baggage. There are also some exceptions for certain kind of fragile equipment that you cannot leave in the cargo. Items such as medical equipment, musical instrument, sports equipment and more, can be carried onboard. It will require to go through a security check before it can be carried as part of the hand luggage. If you need to carry extra baggage, it is essential for you to put details of your ticket along with the extra baggage that you need to carry along with you. In case you are travelling with pets, you might not be able to take them with you in the cabin but definitely can be taken as check-in baggage. There are provisions in the cargo where the pets will be kept safely.

Oman AirIn-flight services

Oman Air's in-flight services go in the lines of Islamic dietary laws and restrictions. The airline ensures to cater to the needs of its frequent flyers but at the same time, make sure that the culture and religious beliefs are not hurt. Much of the food and in-flight meals prepared by the airlines is according to Halal guidelines. Special meals on request are also available on the aircraft. Alcohol is also prohibited in Islam culture. Hence, the domestic route flights do not have alcohols served in-flight. However, provisions for alcohol have been made on international route flights, again, with exceptions to Saudi Arabia and Iran. Since Saudi Arabia is a holy country and houses Mecca, Jeddah and Medina, the airline doesn't offer alcohol beverages to these routes. Not to mention how the two countries have also prohibited alcohol and strictly adhere to Islamic law. Oman Air mostly caters to two class cabins, namely, business class and economy class. Much of the in-flight services are equipped with WiFi services and mobile network portability. The airline also has a magazine called Wings of Oman that can be availed at in all classes. They are available in English and Arabic.

Popular routes and top cities for Oman Air

Currently, Oman Air connects to about 50 destinations and operates domestic routes and international routes. The primary hub of the airline is at Muscat. The top cities for Oman Air include Dhaka, Cairo, Munich, Frankfurt, Bangalore, Goa, Kochi, Mumbai, Delhi, Nairobi, Kuwait City, Muscat, Lahore, Moscow, Doha, Jeddah, Medina, Colombo, Zurich, Bangkok, Abu Dhabi, London and Manchester. The airline specifically services the maximum number of aircraft to India by covering 11 destinations.

Why travel by Oman Air?

Oman Air has the best connection with Indian cities and networks to about 11 destinations, including Lucknow, Delhi, Trivandrum, Chennai, Mumbai and more. The airline offers a slew of facilities including web check-in, flight status and Oman Air's flight schedules on their official website. It is easy to book Oman Air flights as the airline is quite popular.