COMPANY PROFILE
Kalinka International DMC creates incentive programs that become lifetime experiences.
We are one of the leading DMCs in Russia established in 2000. Since 2020 we have extended our services to Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia and Uzbekistan. We are reference of the market, and we could say much more, but we focus on creating unforgettable experiences, life memories though our incentive programs, meetings and unique travel experiences. Read More
Our work is our passion.
We are striving to deliver excellent experiences to our clients.
Taking our clients beyond their expectations is our most successful achievement.
Our Vision and Mission are
To be the best lifetime partner for our clients
We believe that only highest quality service, unlimited support of Kalinka International DMC professional, experienced and dedicated team makes unmatched value within meetings and events industry. We are passionate about creating experiences beyond our client’s expectations and making them lifetime memories.
Our expertise
- Creative program design for MICE and Leisure clients
- 24/7 professional program management
- All types of services for meetings organizers
- Venue sourcing within client’s budget
- Hotels contracting at competitive rates
- Theme programs and events
Our services
- Destination business solutions and services for conference organizers;
- Venue sourcing
- Hotels contracting and management, competitive rates with hotels
- Incentive programs creation and management from A to Z
- Meet and greet services
- Transportation and logistics services
- Events staffing
- Interpreters and professional guide’s services
- Connections to local businesses
- Visa support
- Branding though out the program and much more
We invite you to create your next unforgettable event in Russia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia and Uzbekistan together!
WHY ARMENIA
Tucked between rugged mountains and fertile valleys, Armenia is a land where history, spirituality, and tradition come together in breathtaking harmony. Often called an open-air museum, it is one of the most ancient countries in the world, where every stone seems to whisper stories of the past.
This is the birthplace of wine, with evidence of the world’s oldest winery found in the caves of Areni, dating back over 6,000 years. Here, winemaking is not merely a craft, but a heritage deeply intertwined with the land and its people. As you wander through vineyards and taste the rich, earthy flavours of Armenian wines, you are not only enjoying a drink but also stepping into a tradition as old as civilisation itself. Read More
Armenia also holds the distinction of being the first country to adopt Christianity as its official religion in 301 AD. Ancient monasteries, carved into cliffs and perched on mountaintops, stand as timeless monuments to this legacy. Always watching over the land is the majestic, snow-capped Mount Ararat, the biblical mountain where Noah’s Ark is said to have come to rest, a sacred symbol etched into the soul of the Armenian people.
Culture and tradition are celebrated here in every detail. Armenian bread, known as lavash, has been inscribed on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list, honoured for its unique preparation and its deep role in community and family life. To break lavash in Armenia is not just to share food, but to share a moment of unity and belonging.
A journey to Armenia is more than a holiday, it is a step back in time, a chance to walk in the cradle of civilisation, to taste the roots of winemaking, to stand beneath sacred mountains, and to be welcomed into a culture that has safeguarded its traditions for millennia.
WHAT TO DO
- Yerevan City Tour: Explore Armenia’s vibrant capital, where modern life blends seamlessly with ancient history, bustling cafés, and pink-stone architecture.
- Geghard Monastery Complex (UNESCO World Heritage Site): Step into a rock-hewn masterpiece, carved into cliffs and echoing with centuries of spiritual devotion.
- Garni – The Only Pagan Temple in Armenia: Discover Armenia’s Hellenistic gem – a temple dedicated to the sun, standing proudly amid breathtaking gorge views.
- Symphony of Stones: Marvel at this natural wonder – towering basalt columns that form a striking “organ pipe” symphony crafted by nature itself.
- Khor Virap Monastery Complex: Visit one of Armenia’s most iconic landmarks, offering unmatched views of Mount Ararat and a deep connection to Armenian faith.
- Etchmiadzin Monastery – The Centre of the Armenian Apostolic Church: Experience the spiritual heart of Armenia, one of the world’s oldest Christian cathedrals.
- Local Wine Factory with Tasting: Savour Armenia’s rich winemaking heritage with a guided tasting of robust reds and delicate whites in a local winery.
CONTACT DETAILS
Alina Kuznetsova – General Manager/Owner
Tel: +7 (812) 973 62 82, +7 (812) 273 96 36
Cell: +TBC
Fax: +7 (812) 719 80 17
Email: kalinka@kalinkainternational.com
Website: www.kalinkainternational.com
Address: Liteiny pr. 61, office 18, Saint-Petersburg, Russia
MEET THE TEAM
“Armenia is a land where stones have stories, and skies echo ancient songs.”
– Anthony Bourdain