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They have also upgraded several new programs to offer guests an enhanced cruise and casino experience with value-added benefits, privileges and exclusive events based on level of play:

Getaway :  a great way for players looking for a short vacation, Getaway is available on three- to five-day cruises with extras like in-stateroom gifts, priority check-in and luggage delivery, complimentary in-casino drinks to qualified players, and a chance to win up to $10,000 in free play, cash and prizes.

Ultra :  loyalty matters, and our most loyal players will receive Ultra invites, which include all of the benefits of the Premier program plus a chance at $100,000 in cash and gifts on board.

Elite :   reserved for our very best players, the Elite program provides exclusive experiences and perks like complimentary parking or local airport pick-up and drop-off, early stateroom access, complimentary drinks throughout the cruise, a free shore excursion and Wi-Fi, special Welcome Aboard and sailaway parties, and VIFP Platinum status for the entire voyage.

“Carnival offers the most enjoyable and rewarding casinos aboard our 26 ships and with our enhanced Carnival Players Club program we’re providing our valued guests with a variety of expanded offers and unique experiences simply based on their level of play,” said Marty Goldman, Carnival’s senior vice president of global casino operations.

In addition to a new branding and logo that mirrors the line’s recently launched marketing campaign, a new Carnival Players Club web site,  www.carnivalplayersclub.com , offering a wide range of helpful information.

To learn more about Carnival Cruise Line or to make a reservation, visit  Carnival.com , call 1-800-CARNIVAL, or contact any travel agent.

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Carnival Rolls Out ‘Carnival Players Club’ Casino Program

In a continued effort to provide its passengers with a variety of choices, Carnival Cruise Line is currently refreshing line's Carnival Players Club casino program in order to provide members with more access to unique experiences and offers, both onboard and ashore.

The program features new “Dealer’s Choice” offer with cruise savings opportunities, complimentary drinks for qualified guests in the casino, and Carnival Players Club events (invitation-only).

Via this refresh, Carnival also upgraded a number of new programs to offer passengers an enhanced cruise and casino experience with privileges, exclusive events and value-added benefits based on level of play:

• Getaway: available on 3- to 5-day cruises with extras such as in-stateroom gifts, priority check-in, priority luggage delivery, complimentary drinks to qualified players in the casino, and a chance to win up to US$10,000 in free play, cash and prizes.
• Premier: for the more avid casino players, available on cruises of 6 days or longer, Premier offers all benefits of line's Getaway program as well as priority debarkation, complimentary pre-cruise gift, invitation-only casino tournaments, special Welcome Aboard party, and a chance at US$20,000 in free play, cash and prizes.
• Ultra: loyal players receive Ultra invites that include all benefits of the Premier program as well as a chance at US$100,000 in cash and gifts onboard.
• Elite: reserved for the best players, this program features exclusive experiences as well as perks like complimentary parking, local airport pick-up/drop-off, complimentary drinks during the cruise, early stateroom access, free shore trips and Wi-Fi, Welcome Aboard and sailaway parties, VIFP Platinum status.

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Carnival Cruise Line Details Changes To Players Club Program

Richard Simms

• May 31, 2018

Get ready, gamblers, because Carnival Cruise Line has just announced changes to their Players Club program which are designed to offer more rewards, both while you’re on the ship and when you go ashore. So what does the new program have to offer? Let’s take a closer look.

Let’s Get This Party Started

Among the upgrades to the Players Club program are the special, by-invitation-only cruises which are offered based on a gambler’s level of play. The four types of cruise offered break down as follows:

• Getaway:  Designed for players who may not have a week to spend on a ship, these are available on three- to five-day cruises, and come with perks like in-stateroom gifts, priority check-in and luggage delivery, complimentary in-casino drinks for qualifying players and a chance to win up to $10,000 in free play cash and prizes.
• Premier:  These invites are for what Carnival calls “more avid casino players” (read: those who are spending more than those in the Getaway category), and it is available on cruises of six days or longer. Offering all the perks of the Getaway package, this level also gets players priority debarkation, an invite to a special “Welcome Aboard” party, access to invitation-only tournaments and a chance at $20,000 in free play, cash and prizes.
• Ultra:  Designed for Carnival’s “most loyal players,” we’re clearly heading up into what’s known as “whale” (or big spender) territory. These guests receive Ultra invites, which include all of the previously mentioned benefits plus a chance at $100,000 in cash and gifts on board. Plus, three players from every Ultra Cruise will be selected to meet the company’s Chief Fun Officer, Shaquille O’Neal.
• Elite:  Welcome to the big leagues, kids. These invites are for Carnival’s very best players. The Elite program features such exclusive perks as complimentary parking or local airport pick-up and drop-off, early stateroom access, free drinks throughout your cruise, a free shore excursion, waved room service fees and more, including VIFP Platinum status for the length of the trip.

Dealer’s Choice

The program also now features a “Dealer’s Choice” offer which can be used on almost any sailing on nearly any ship. Like with other aspects of the Player’s Club program, what offers are made available to any individual passengers depends on their past cruising and gambling experiences on Carnival ships. “With our enhanced Carnival Players Club program, we’re providing our valued guests with a variety of expanded offers and unique experiences simply based on their level of play,” says the company’s senior vice president of global casino operations, Marty Goldman. For more on the program, including further details on the various events, head to www.carnivalplayersclub.com .

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THE OCEAN PLAYERS CLUB

Playing in any of our casinos mean that you become part of the Ocean Players Club, and we value our guests. From special offers made to our eligible guests, to comps extended by our hosts and staff onboard, we know you will feel appreciated. And with a hundred casinos spread around the world, we are constantly coming up with new ways in which you can have fun while playing at sea. All while taking in breathtaking views and unsurpassed hospitality. So set sail with the Ocean Players Club and enjoy a truly unique gaming experience.

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Carnival players club premier.

Every time you try your luck playing in our onboard Carnival Cruise Line® casinos, you’ll earn points… every hand, every spin. If you hit 7,500 points in one sailing, you’ll qualify for Carnival Players Club Premier cruises. These cruises are by invitation only, and an experience not to be missed.

Princess Players Club Prestige

Enjoy gaming at its very best. Be one of the few to go beyond the VIP Experience and enjoy something truly unique: a Princess Players Club Prestige cruise. A unique offer for only our top casino guests, this invitation only event offers high-end amenities to enhance the experience, including car service, special gifts and Executive Host as concierge for a truly memorable cruise.

Are you our next Texas Hold’Em Champion? Enter in one of our satellite tournaments, available on all North America cruises * aboard Carnival Cruise Line ® and you could win cash and a seat to the Grand Final to play for your share of $175K. *Minimum 5 players required

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Put your skills and a little luck to the test in Carnival's casinos! Guests must be 18 years of age or older to play the tables and the slot machines; guests under 18 years of age are not permitted in the casino at any time.

Tables and Slot Machines Our ships feature a variety of table games and slot machines including your favorite slots such as 'Wheel of Fortune®' and 'Wolf Run™'. . Please note - the number of table games and slot machines varies by ship.

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• Slot Machines in denominations of $0.01 to $10.00, with higher denominations on select cruises.
• Cash is accepted at all tables and slot machines on cruises departing from North America and Europe.  On Australia cruises, all cash transactions are in AUD dollars only. 
• Players will set up a Player Bank account in order to upload and download credits. Winnings must be cashed out from your Player Bank account at the Casino Cashier’s Desk by the last night of your cruise. You may also access these funds for continued gaming action at another slot machine.
• Table players can exchange cash for chips directly at the table or at the Casino Cashier’s Desk.
• There is no charge at the slot machines to access funds, but any transactions done at a table game or the Casino Cashier’s Desk will incur a nominal service fee of 3% each transaction. You can charge up to $5,000 USD per day on your Sail & Sign card to play iin the casino, or $7,500 USD per day for Invite-only cruises (Premier / Ultra / Premier Plus / Getaway / Tournaments) or $10,000 USD per day for Elite cruises. Please consult the casino staff once on board for further details.
• Travelers Checks can be used to purchase chips at the tables and credit for the slot machines.
• Slot Players:  Any guest who earns the required number of points during a single voyage departing from North America and Europe will be eligible to receive the 'Drinks On Us!' card. The standard point level that must be reached to qualify from slot play is 1,000 points on sailings less than 5 days and 1,500 points on sailings 5 days or longer. 
• Table Players: Table players will be awarded a 'Drinks On Us!' card when they reach comparable table play. 

Please see the Casino Host on board for further details about our 'Drinks On Us!' program. I have received an offer in the mail/e-mail; can I use it on my cruise? To confirm eligibility of your offer visit carnival.com/offers , contact your travel agent or call 1-866-299-5859. Do you accept cash in the casino? Yes, we do. However, while you can insert cash into our machines, we run on a coin-less system. Therefore, your winnings and outstanding balances must be cashed out from your Player Bank at the Casino Cashier’s Desk. You may also access those funds for continued gaming action at another slot machine in the casino. Just don’t forget to cash out by the last night of the cruise, as the casino will not be open on debarkation day. Table players can exchange cash for chips directly at the table or at the Casino Cashier’s Desk.

Do you offer any tournaments on board? Yes we do. We offer Slot, Blackjack and Poker tournaments on nearly all itineraries. Tournament schedules vary from ship to ship. To play in or learn more about any of our tournaments, just stop by the casino and ask for one of our friendly Casino Hosts. They will be happy to help make the most of your casino experience during your cruise.

What types of games do you have on board? It varies by ship, but we offer a variety of slots and table games on board in each casino. On most ships, you’ll find your favorite slots such as 'Wheel of Fortune®' and 'Wolf Run™'. You will also find Blackjack, Roulette, Let It Ride, Caribbean Stud, Three Card Poker and Craps on most ships. What are your table limits? It varies by table; please see a Casino Host once on board for details. What are your minimum bets on the tables? It varies by table; please see your Casino Host for details. How old do you have to be to gamble on board? 18 years of age. Do you have live poker on board? On select ships, we offer live poker played on the automated PokerPro tables. In a PokerPro game, up to 10 players can compete against each other and enjoy the speed and accuracy of an automated dealer. To learn more about PokerPro, see the Casino Host.

What happens to my credits/points, FunPlay and Players Bank when sailing on a back-to back cruise?  The perks (FunPlay, Drinks On Us), credits/points and players bank do NOT roll over to the second cruise; the guest must cash out the last night prior to debarkation of the first cruise. Once the new voyage begins, the guest starts with a new bank and new set of perks (if applicable) and must cash out the last night prior to debarkation.  Can I use my onboard account (Sail & Sign card) to get funds in the casino? Yes, there is no charge at the slot machines for using your onboard account card to access funds. For any transactions done at a table game or the Casino Cashier’s Desk, there is a small service fee of 3% each transaction. You can charge on your Sail & Sign card to play in the casino as follows: 

• Non-event cruises: $5,000 USD per day 
• Invite-only cruises (Premier / Ultra / Premier Plus / Getaway / Tournaments):  $7,500 USD per day
• Elite cruises:  $10,000 USD per day

I left a balance in my Player Bank - how do I get it back? Funds in excess of $25 USD will automatically be mailed to guests. The outstanding balance check takes anywhere from 8-10 weeks after the day of debarkation to arrive at your mailing address on file.  If the check is not received after the 10 weeks, please submit a new request to oceanplayersclub.com/contact/balance-request/ .  Ocean Players Club will review your case regarding the check. 

What happens if I take my casino chips home with me? Casino chips and tokens are only valid on board. Please ensure that these are cashed out prior to vessel debarkation. Any chips or tokens taken ashore are to be considered souvenirs and may not be valid on a subsequent cruise. If I win, do I have to pay taxes? We are required to file an IRS form W-2G for all slot jackpots of $1,200 USD or more and for all table game jackpots and payouts where the odds paid are 300 to1 or higher (e.g. some poker progressives and royal/straight flushes). There is normally no tax withheld on slot jackpots if the winner can provide a valid Social Security Number. If you are unable to provide a valid Social Security Number, however, we are required to withhold taxes at a rate of 29%. All table game payouts subject to tax reporting are also subject to withholding at a rate of 26% (29% if a valid Social Security Number cannot be provided). These tax guidelines are for citizens and permanent residents of the United States only. Do you provide Win/Loss Statements? Yes we do. To obtain a Win/Loss Statement, visit oceanplayersclub.com/contact/win-loss-report/  and choose ‘Request a Win/Loss Report’. This will be the only way to request this information – telephone requests will not be accepted. 

I have further questions about the casino, who can I contact? For further inquiries please visit carnivalplayersclub.com .

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Free Carnival Cruise After Casino Loyalty Program Status Match

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Who wouldn’t love a free cruise? Thanks to a status match offer from Carnival Cruise Line, you could receive a free cruise once you do some very simple legwork upfront.

If you upload proof of your casino loyalty program status to Carnival’s website, you may receive an offer for a free cruise in return.

The key is to match to as many casino programs as possible, showing Carnival that you’re a loyal customer and have the potential to gamble, even if you’ve never really gambled before or have no interest in it.

Examples of casino loyalty programs include:

• B Connected
• Caesars Rewards
• Grazie Rewards
• MGM Rewards
• myRewards Boarding Pass
• True Rewards
• Wynn Rewards

Hot Tip: Learn more about Carnival Cruise Line in our detailed review of its ships, destinations, dining, its VIPF Club, and more!

If you have a particular hotel elite status — whether you stay in hotels often or earn status based upon a credit card — you can “match” that hotel status to another program’s elite tier (see our ultimate guide to hotel loyalty program status matches and challenges for full details).

For example, if you’re a World of Hyatt Globalist , you may be able to match to Ceasars Rewards Diamond status , the highest tier in that program. Then, you may be able to take your newly earned Ceasars Rewards Diamond status and match it to another casino loyalty program. Matching to more than 1 program may get you more than 1 status, and you’re then able to leverage those new status levels by uploading to the Carnival website.

After uploading your proof of status to Carnival’s website, you’ll likely be offered a discount on a future cruise, ranging from $50 to $500 , but reports indicate that after a few days you may be sent an offer for a free cruise .

You’ll likely be able to take your free cruise anywhere — from Hawaii to Europe — though you’ll be responsible for unavoidable taxes and fees, which may add up (depending on the cities you visit).

Proceed with caution, however, as you’re not necessarily guaranteed a free cruise. Even after uploading proof of your status levels, it’s possible for Carnival to not match your status.

This is certainly a generous offer, and it doesn’t require a lot of upfront work. Since a free cruise is on the line, and there are few limits as to where that cruise can be, you’ll want to consider earning or matching into a casino loyalty status and then providing that proof to Carnival so that the company can invite you onboard one of its ships for free.

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Carnival Cruise Line’s VIFP Club loyalty program: Everything you need to know

Carnival Cruise Line fans are a loyal bunch. So loyal, perhaps, that the line hasn't felt the need to offer up crazy-lucrative loyalty program perks to keep them coming back.

Unlike rival Royal Caribbean , Carnival's VIFP Club loyalty program doesn't offer its members a free cruise after reaching the top tier. There are no 20% discounts on some sailings , as Windstar Cruises offers to its loyalty program members.

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But Carnival's VIFP Club, as the line calls its loyalty program, does bring some valuable perks at its higher-level tiers, including priority access to many onboard venues and services.

The Carnival VIFP Club loyalty program also is one where it is relatively easy to reach a high-level tier.

In case you're wondering, VIFP stands for "very important fun person" — a playful nod to Carnival's nickname as the "fun ship" line.

Ways to earn points

The Carnival VIFP Club point-earning system is simple. You earn one point for every day you cruise on a Carnival ship.

If you take a three-night cruise, you'll get three points. If you take a seven-night cruise, you'll get seven points. You don't have to worry about different earning levels for different cabin categories or different types of bookings, as is the case with some lines.

Note that certain charter sailings and nonrevenue fares do not get you any points.

Insider tip: After sailing on one of Carnival's ships in Australia, you won't automatically get points for the trip deposited in your account. You'll need to log into your account online, click on "Missing a Cruise?" and request the VIFP points be awarded for the days you earned on that voyage.

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Program tiers and benefits

There are five tiers to the VIFP Club program:

• Blue (your first sailing).
• Red (second sailing to 24 points).
• Gold (25 to 74 points).
• Platinum (75 to 199 points).
• Diamond (200 or more points).

One of the nice little surprises of Carnival's loyalty program is that you hit the first tier level, Blue, the moment you walk on board your first cruise with the brand. Unlike many lines, you don't have to complete a cruise to get to the first level. In fact, you can get to the Blue tier even before taking a cruise. All you have to do is sign up in advance.

That said, the Blue tier of the program brings almost no perks. There are only two: You are eligible for members-only cruise offers and you'll receive a members-only electronic newsletter.

Related: A beginner's guide to cruise line loyalty programs

The next two tiers in the program are almost as stingy when it comes to perks. The second tier, Red, offers the same two perks as the Blue tier with just one additional one: a complimentary, 1.5-liter bottle of water redeemable at any bar, restaurant or in your cabin. (Don't go drinking it all at once.)

The Gold tier adds a single free drink that only can be ordered on the last night of a cruise (and only on cruises of five nights or longer). To restrict the free drink to the last night of a cruise, in our eyes, seems like an inordinate effort on the part of Carnival to discourage customers from using what already is a pretty paltry perk. Gold level members also get a Gold VIFP pin on every sailing.

It isn't until the fourth tier of the program, Platinum, that things start to get interesting (more on that in a moment).

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It'll take you just one cruise to reach the Red tier. If you always book seven-night sailings, you'll reach the Gold tier after three cruises. That's right, while the Gold tier requires 25 points, you can reach it after sailing three seven-night cruises.

This is due to one of the quirks of the VIFP Club program that we really like: If you're going to hit a tier cut-off during a voyage, you will receive the benefits of that tier from the beginning of that cruise. So you would be Gold from the start of your fourth seven-night sailing, even though you only had 21 points.

The elite level that makes a difference

The Platinum level of the VIFP Club is where your loyalty to Carnival finally starts paying off.

Many of the perks that kick in at this level include priority access of some kind, including:

• Priority check-in and boarding.
• Priority spa reservations.
• Priority water shuttle boarding (ship-to-shore only).
• Priority line at onboard Guest Services desk and priority assistance by phone.
• Priority debarkation.
• Priority reservations at the Main Dining Room and specialty restaurants.

In short, once you're at the Platinum level, you'll suddenly find yourself bumped to the front of the line from the moment you arrive at a ship until the moment you leave. This is no small thing. Priority boarding means that you'll get on board the ship more quickly than other passengers, giving you more time on your first day to enjoy its offerings. Priority access to restaurant reservations means you'll get the best table times.

Related: The ultimate guide to Carnival ships and itineraries

Other perks that come with Platinum level include:

• An invitation to an exclusive Platinum and Diamond VIFP Party with free drinks and appetizers on sailings of five days or longer.
• A free drink at the Seaday Brunch.
• A "Chocolate Delight" strawberry plate delivered to your cabin on a five-day or longer cruise.
• A buy-one, get-one-free tournament entry in the casino (blackjack or slot only).
• $5 worth of complimentary arcade credits (this one is only for passengers under 18).
• A Carnival logo gift on every sailing.
• Complimentary wash-and-fold laundry service (two bags on three- to six-day cruises; three bags on seven- to 13-day cruises; five bags on a cruise 14 days or longer).

Getting to the Platinum tier takes 10 cruises, assuming you always sail seven-night voyages. If you do shorter trips, it'll take longer.

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Best elite perk

Even at the highest Diamond level of its VIFP Club program, Carnival still is a little stingy with the perks. Unlike Royal Caribbean and some other lines, for instance, it doesn't give members a free cruise upon reaching this pinnacle of loyalty status. That said, Diamond status does bring a few nice privileges.

We definitely appreciate the free cabin upgrade (or third-and-fourth passengers sail free offer) that comes with first reaching Diamond status, although we're disappointed this is a one-time-only benefit. Another good, but one-time-only perk of Diamond status is a complimentary meal for two at a specialty restaurant of your choice.

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But the best elite perk of the VIFP Club program in our eyes is the unlimited wash-and-fold laundry service that comes with Diamond status. Unlike the above two perks, you'll get this every time you sail once you reach Diamond level.

Other Diamond level benefits include:

• Guaranteed seating time requested in Main Dining Room, for dinner only.
• Priority reservations at specialty restaurants.
• Special event invitation from the captain on each sailing.
• One-time donation to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
• VIFP Club luggage tag set.
• Dedicated toll-free number for sales and service.

Note that, as is usually the case with cruise line loyalty programs, Carnival customers do not have to requalify for status each year. VIFP Club members keep their points at the end of each year and continue to accrue points indefinitely. That means that someone who hits Diamond status will remain at that top tier level forever (or until Carnival makes a change to the program).

Such "forever status" is one of the great allures of cruise line frequent cruiser programs. Most airline frequent flyer programs, by contrast, require loyalty members to requalify for status each year.

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Bottom line

When it comes to perks, Carnival's loyalty program isn't as robust as the programs at some rival lines. At its highest tier, it doesn't bring anything close to the free cruise that some other lines offer to top-tier customers, or onboard perks like free drinks daily in a private lounge. It won't get you across-the-board discounts on cruises, shore excursions and beverage packages, as some lines offer higher-tier members . But it does bring some worthwhile perks at higher levels, and it's relatively easy to rise through the tiers of the program.

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Nightlife City Guide

Moscow: nightlife and clubs

Moscow nightlife: despite the freezing weather, the Russian capital gets hot as the sun goes down. Between discos, luxury, exaggerated parties and beautiful Russian girls, the Moscow nightlife offers everything you need for memorable nights.

Moscow nightlife

The city of Moscow is definitely one of the most interesting European cities: the stories about underground lines and secret bunkers, the architecture of its buildings, from the Kremlin to St. Basil's Cathedral, up to the Soviet style of the Seven Sisters and modern skyscrapers, make the Russian capital is a unique and fascinating city.

One of the many things that Moscow is famous for is its wild nightlife . Moscow never sleeps. If there is anything true about Russians, it is that they love to party! Despite its freezing weather, Moscow turns out to be a hot city with endless fun, hip nightclubs, extreme luxury, beautiful Russian girls and lots of booze when night falls!

In fact, in recent years, the Russian capital has definitively abandoned the gray period of communism and its inhabitants have given vent to their desire for fun. As you might expect in a city of over 12 million people, Moscow has an amazing array of nightlife options and a huge choice for all tastes, whether you are a jazz fan, hardcore clubbers or just plain old alcoholics. The nightlife in Moscow winds through a multitude of alternative and transgressive nightclubs where the watchword is to meet new people and spend a night of unbridled and uninhibited fun . In addition to the numerous discos, in the Russian capital there are also 20 casinos open until dawn. For those who want a break of intriguing relaxation, in the city of Moscow there are also numerous massage salons .

Most of Moscow's nightclubs contain a restaurant, a bar area and a nightclub (the larger ones also have bowling alleys, billiards and a casino!). Perhaps because Moscow is such a large metropolis with very cold temperatures and taxis are so expensive that the owners of the bars and clubs want to offer their customers an all in one place for night entertainment.

So, in other words, Moscow is not the best city in the world for bar-crawling, especially bearing in mind that these multipurpose venues often charge entrance, but rather it is better to carefully choose the club where to spend the night.

For a quieter and more sober evening, head for an evening stroll along the Via Arbat or the Red Square to be fascinated by the lights of the city and the grandeur of the buildings, and admire the shops and street artists. An alternative to experience Moscow's nightlife is to spend an evening of lyric, ballet or opera. The Russian capital is home to around sixty theaters, the most famous of which is the world-renowned Bolshoi Theater (Theater Square, 1, Moscow).

Moscow nightlife districts

Moscow's nightlife is not concentrated in a single district but is scattered throughout the city. However, there are areas with a greater concentration of bars and nightclubs .

The Krasnij Oktjabr (Russian for "Red October") complex, a red brick building located on the island in the center of the Moscow River that once housed a chocolate factory, is dotted with numerous trendy nightclubs and offers spectacular views of the river and the symbolic places of the Russian capital. This is where the most glamorous parties in Moscow take place, there are numerous bars, restaurants and art galleries.

Other neighborhoods with good nightlife are the old manufactory area near the Russian government building which houses some bars, the area around the Trubnaya metro and around Kuznetsky Most , while the Kurskaya groups the clubs with electronic music. We can also mention the area of ​​the Patriarch's ponds, an area that is teeming with quiet bars.

Clubs and discos in Moscow

The crowd is very mixed. Students, young professionals, techno lovers, tourists all gather at Propaganda. Everyone comes to enjoy the music and have fun. It is one of the few clubs where the dancefloor dominates and there are hardly any tables, apart from a few that overlook the entire space. Propaganda is a restaurant until midnight. You can come earlier for dinner and stay for dancing. After midnight, the staff clears the tables from the dance floor and the whole place turns into a club. The place is different from the usual Moscow restaurant / club hybrids, however, because the atmosphere changes completely from "relaxed restaurant" to "underground electro club". Not to be missed.

There are more areas with different music. In the first area, expect a mix of traditional music and Russian pop songs. In the second, slightly larger area, there is live Russian pop music until 2am. After that it is mostly some kind of electronic music. The club is frequented by beautiful Russian girls around 18-25 years old, stunning students or models, and of course there is a good deal of young Russians, middle-aged men and foreign tourists trying their luck! Unlike many other nightclubs, the Icon is a pure nightclub and not a club turned into a restaurant. In any case, if you like to party in a big club and want to savor the typical Moscow nightlife , this is the perfect solution.

The crowd is the same as in other high-end Moscow clubs. Men are rarely under the age of 35 and are committed to giving the impression that money is not an issue. The women are amazing even by Moscow nightlife - if you want to meet Moscow's super models, this is the place! Ideal if you want to toast with the Moscow elite.

The club is located on two floors. The lower floor is mainly frequented by people hanging out at the bar and is good for conversation. The narrow stairs that perfectly fit the student atmosphere of the club take you to the main floor where the real party takes place, complete with a bedlam and girls dancing on the bar counter. In the summer months there is also an outdoor terrace. The place is always crowded and bouncers unnecessarily queue people - having a table or someone inside can be the key to skipping the queue. Otherwise, you might end up waiting half an hour or more. Come early or come back late if you want to avoid the crowds.

The crowd that frequents this club is quite mixed. People are less trendy and more underground. The place is suitable for afterhours, so most people arrive from 3am onwards.

Immediately upon entering, you will have the feeling that you have come to the local high school graduation prom instead of a real Moscow nightclub. There is no real interior design, but basically just a large hall with a stage and a bar. The crowd is almost entirely made up of teenagers and young people. Not many of the teens speak English, but it probably doesn't matter after all the alcohol. The music ranges from Russian pop and hip-hop to the most famous international hits. Perfect if you want to party and drink alcohol in one of the cheapest clubs in Moscow .

Here too, it's full of beautiful girls and it's also a great place to hit them off, as those who come here are notoriously more approachable. The advice is to be very firm with the girls who approach and to make your intentions clear. If you want to be 100% sure to get in, come at 2am when the club is still uncrowded.

Oblaka plays a mix of Russian and international pop music. Occasionally, as in many other clubs, there are performances by Russian pop singers. As is often the case in these types of clubs, the music and DJ are not the best but the guests don't seem to care.

Moscow's bars and pubs

The bar looks similar but still distinctly different than regular Moscow posh clubs. Most of the people who frequent this place are over 25, and you can find everything from young professionals to creative types to self-proclaimed models. Great if you want to see the "real Muscovites" celebrate without the overblown flashes of wealth. The proposed music is a strange mix of old and new commercial songs and Russian pop.

Downstairs is a large open space that opens its doors wide in the summer. The interior is rustic, yet elegant, with wooden furnishings and plenty of seating. The interior combined with Ugolek's popularity creates a crowded yet intimate atmosphere, especially on weekends. People come to chat, drink and eat. The upstairs bar has a more welcoming atmosphere. It is smaller, with soft lighting and armchairs to be able to relax. On weekends there is a DJ who mixes electronic music and transforms the bar into a relaxed place, ideal for the pre-party.

Map of clubs, pubs and bars in Moscow

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