Sergey Mitrofanov
Professional traveler and travel guide author
In tourism: since 2005 | Specialization: Asia and Southern Russia
About me and the project
Founder and lead author of the "Our 🌍 Planet" travel guide website. My goal is to create truly honest travel guides and practical travel articles that help tourists organize their trips independently and without overspending.
My journey in professional tourism began in 2005. Since then, I've spent most of my time on extended trips. My main specialization is Asian countries and regions of the Russian Federation. Thailand and Vietnam hold a special place in my heart — I've studied hundreds of routes there in detail, but I also explore other countries in this amazing region with undiminished enthusiasm.
The second key focus of my work is Russia. Over many years of travel, I've extensively explored almost all of Southern Russia, studying all the southern regions, resorts, and hundreds of large and small cities. During these expeditions, I've built a unique personal collection — nearly half a million photos of attractions, natural sites, and cities, many of which have become the foundation for the travel guides on this site.
Author profiles and project communities
You can follow my current travels and materials on the official platforms of our project, and also check reviews in my Google traveler profile:
- Expert profile on Google Maps (reviews and verified locations)
- Channel on Dzen
- Community on Telegram
- VK group
- YouTube channel
- VK Video
- Channel on Rutube
- Profile on 360cities
- Yandex Q Profile
Recent photos from my travels
Latest articles by the author
- Is it worth going to Vietnam in November: an honest breakdown by resort
- Is it worth going to Vietnam in October: an honest breakdown by resort
- How to apply for a Thailand visa on your own: full guide
- What Money and Cards to Take Abroad in 2026-2027 So You Don't End Up Broke
- Two Bangkok Observation Decks the Guidebooks Don't Tell You About
- Thailand or Vietnam Winter 2026–2027: Comparison
- Wintering in Thailand 2026–2027: New Entry and Extension Rules
- Digital Entry to Thailand 2026: THIM App, TDAC and What You Really Need to Download Before Your Vacation
- IDP and Driver's Licenses Abroad – Complete Guide for Tourists and Expats
- Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport for Beginners: First-Time Guide
- VPN for tourists in 2026: will you be penalized for using in Russia
- How to prepare tires for a road trip: pressure, mountains, sand, and care after driving near the sea
- Pattaya for dummies: what you need to know before your first trip
- Pattaya for dummies: what to see for the first time
- Where to Go in Vietnam Beyond Nha Trang, Mui Ne, Phu Quoc, and Da Nang: 10 Hidden Gems
- Edible Insects in Asia: A Beginner's Guide – Which to Try, Where to Find, and How Much to Pay
- Khao Kheow Zoo in Pattaya: Complete Guide for Visiting
- The Secret Button on an Airplane: A Comfort Hack Flight Attendants Don't Talk About