What Life Feels Like on EU’s Border with Russia

In this Estonia travel vlog, I visit Narva, Estonia, a Russian-speaking city on Estonia’s eastern border with Russia and one of the most fascinating places to visit in the Baltic countries.

Narva sits on the edge of the European Union, directly across the river from Russia, and is often described through politics, borders, language and identity. But in this first Narva travel video, I wanted to look beyond the headlines and understand what everyday life feels like for the people who live here. My first morning in Narva began during a snowstorm, where I experienced a local Shrove Tuesday / Maslenitsa celebration with music, food, games, families, winter traditions and local people gathering outside as if this was just a normal day.

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ABOUT ME:
I’m a UK-based solo travel vlogger with a background in International Relations. My work explores culture, history, and everyday life in places often misunderstood or oversimplified. I travel slowly and independently, seeking real conversations rather than tourism that only scratches the surface.

My journey began with long-term travel across Asia, followed by living and working in China. Since committing to YouTube full-time, I’ve documented life across Europe, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and beyond, with a focus on context, nuance, and human stories.

Now based in England, I create thoughtful travel videos for viewers interested in geopolitics, culture, and what daily life really looks like around the world.