Ann Simon Articles

Moscow’s Traffic – Russia, Europe

In Moscow, you need a whole new set of skills to cross a street. Get tips from Ann Simon on how to accomplish this and live to tell the tale – and write the story.

Russians and Their Holidays – Moscow, Russia, Europe

For Ann Simon one of the best parts of living in Moscow is being surprised by holidays scattered around the calendar. The Russians are ready to celebrate at the drop of one of their really cool hat

Moscow’s Kiosk Economy – Russia, Europe

Ann Simon grew fascinated with Moscow's numerous kiosks that sell everything from shoelaces to shashlik. Whatever you need is right there on the street corner.

Izmailova: World Class Craft Fair – Moscow, Russia, Europe

Ann Simon is dazzled by what she sees at the shoppers' jackpot of Izmailova in Moscow, Russia.