Road To Russia

Earlier this year, I had the amazing opportunity to visit Russia for the 2014 Winter Olympics. Before heading to Sochi, I explored Moscow and St. Petersburg. Moscow was a bustling hub of activity and St. Petersburg was a magical winter wonderland. Closing my journey in Sochi at the Olympics was a dream come true. However, the welcoming, kind Russian citizens were the highlight of my trip—helping to make every moment memorable and carefree.   

Kazan Cathedral

St. Basil’s Cathedral

The Neva River, St. Petersburg

Matryoshka Dolls

Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg

The Iceberg Skating Palace, Sochi

Olympic Legends

Childhood Idol

Olympic Rings

Bolshoy Ice Dome

The State Russian Museum

Olympic Flame

Ice Cube Dome: Interior

St. Basil’s Cathedral, Moscow

Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood

Team USA

Palace Square, St. Petersburg

All photographs were taken by Kathleen Horgan unless otherwise stated.