Russia in June is a delight. For those who want metropolitan amenities, St. Petersburg is your destination. With the world class art collection of the Hermitage (once the winter palace of Russia's last royal family the Romanovs) and a night life of clubs and bars for every taste imaginable, St. Petersburg has everything for the city seeker. In June, you can capture the magic of the White Nights. As the sun never really sets during the White Nights, it looks like twilight when in fact it is 2 or 3 a.m. Many bridges remain open to allow the boats to pass through, and it is something truly special to walk along the Neva river to witness this sight.
If you are more of a nature lover, Lake Baikal promises to astound you. The deepest fresh water lake in the world, Lake Baikal, is where you should visit in the summer in Siberia. The lake is stunning, and a number of fishing villages give the lake even more charm.
Westward from Russia, Estonia is another beautiful country best visited in June. For the party lover, Tallinn never sleeps, just as the sun never sets. For those who want a more romantic or cultural excursion, however, the city does not disappoint. Museums with world class art and an old town square transport you to a fairy tale version of the middle ages; these sights give you plenty to do during the daylight hours and the evening as well. Top romantic destinations include a stroll through St. Catherine's Passage; at Kadriorg Palace you will find the Art Museum of Estonia. The long June hours allow for all the time you need to explore the city to its fullest, and find tucked away treasures in the old city, as it is easily explored on foot.
Norway is not one of the cheaper countries to visit, but it certainly is one of the most stunning. A boat tour, with towering fjords on either side of you, is breathtaking for even the most hardened city dweller. If you prefer the city, Oslo beckons. A metropolitan center with shopping and night life, it also has a number of cultural attractions to keep every visitor busy. In Oslo, the Viking Ship museum and the amazing (if also a little disturbing sometimes) sculptures at Vigeland Sculpture Park await. The park features statues by Gustav Vigeland; it alone makes a visit to Oslo unforgettable.
Visit the delights of The Golden Circle, including Geysir, after which all other geysers are named, and Thingvellir, where the Atlantic and European plates meet. Listen to the thunderous roar of the waterfall, Gullfoss, Although they are among the island's most famous attractions, many argue they are not among the best, but the easiest to access. Glaciers cover over 11 percent of the island and tour guides take you hiking or even on a guided truck tour over some of them. The Blue Lagoon and Myvatn Nature baths allow you to soak in blue steamy thermal water, and Puffins are in full force this time of year.
