www.infoservices.com - has Moscow and St Petersburg sections offering advice to travellers and lists of restaurants, cafes, hotels, etc.

www.themoscowtimes.com and www.sptimesrussia.com - the sites of Russia's two English-language newspapers, with all the latest news, ads and cultural events, as well as advice for travellers.

www.museum.ru - rarely updated, but good for general information on museums throughout Russia.

www.geographia.com/russia - original official site of the Russian National Tourist Office; a bit out of date but good on history and travel outside cities.

www.trans-siberian.co.uk - offers a range of adventure holidays in Russia, including trips on the world-famous railway.