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St. Petersburg | Gardens and Flowers in St. Petersburg

chithanh119 — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 10:06:51 GMT

May starts spring in St. Petersburg and through the white nights until September you can find many gardens and parks in bloom.
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Russian People | RE: Russian Children

Daria — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 01:59:37 GMT

romdur wrote:

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What do you mean by "hugging'?

I guess that she meant, putting one's arms around the child and giving a squeeze

I don't know about other countries, but here in the U.S.A., "daycare" is primarily for small children from 1 to 5 years old, and it is a fairly common practice for the workers there to give hugs to the children they care for.

I know what hugging is! You may know that hugging is not "fairly common practice". Hugging is very inappropriate in North America. Teachers are not allowed to touch kids.
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St. Petersburg | Gifts

babie2th — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 16:10:35 GMT

Oh, and you DEFINITELY should pick up a tea set in St. Petersburg - they can be pricey, but my goodness the quality is great and comparatively the sets are incredibly inexpensive. A wonderful souvenir, I just carried my box on the plane instead of packing it.

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St. Petersburg | RE: stupid things i've heard about russia

babie2th — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 16:08:38 GMT

Ok so since your questions have been mostly addressed, I'll post some tips that are good to know before going to Russia.

The cops are getting better, but corruption is still an issue. Don't keep your passport with your money, if you get stopped that way they don't see how much money you have on you.

The buses are a good way to travel, and the trains are awesome to hop from city to city.

Don't buy American clothes in Russia - they will be expensive. On that same note, don't wear American brands either, you're more likely to be mugged - because you look rich, not because you look American.

Don't go shopping for clothes if you are overly curvy or short, most of the clothes are for skinny, tall people (like Russians)

Souvenirs are best on the streets, not in the stores. You'll get a better price, and the vendors all speak English.

EVERYONE speaks some English, even if they say they dont understand you. Use some Russian and you'll gain a lot of respect.

As a side note, I went to Russia in 2005, so things might be a little different now - these are more general tips from my experience.

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Russian People | RE: About Marriage in Russia

YellowMelon — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 11:47:24 GMT

RAAAj, WHAT is your fkn problem? Your previous thread got locked for one reason, bringing it up again will only get you banned eventually.

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You would be better served if you search for a site that specialises in marriage between Russians and foreigners.

We endeavour to specialise in advice on all things related to travel in Russia and stay out of the bride market.

This thread is locked.

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Talk Lounge | RE: Russia: Alternative Oil Strategy

Ender — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 04:37:08 GMT

Anyway. If I were president I would have started building of a new routes for a gas right after first sign of licking the ass of the USA by Ukrainian president Yuschenko.

Unfortunately our rulers are too lazy. They are quick when it comes to blame U.S. (hey, it's a cheap thing to say a few words into a camera) but they are slow and reluctant when it is necessary to do something really useful for the country.

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Moscow | certificate of capacity of marriage legalisation:how much?

gaijin — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:09:42 GMT

Maybe it's not the correct term in English but anyway : In a few days I will get a certificate from my consulate saying that I can get married. Apparently now I need to get it "legalized" in Moscow. The official delay is 5 days, which means I would need to go twice to Moscow. How much would be enough to have this done in a few minutes ? Is it better to pay in rubles, euros or dollars?
Should I put the money in the middle of my passport, before anything, or should I discuss it with the person? I've never done anything like that, so please help.

Thanks in advance!!!

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Transport | RE: Border posts and luggage

DITTRICH — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:10:37 GMT

Kevin,
Don't take it the wrong way!
I was just trying to inject a note of humour into my reply!
I've seen Finns with camper vans going in and out of Russia - no probs.
As long as its all personal stuff and couldn't be regarded as commercial for resale then I doubt the customs would be bothered.
Since I'm guessing you're married to a local girl, let her do the talking if they ask questions. In 2005 I brought in a whole bunch of stuff for the dacha in an estate car.
There is another poster on the forum called LeeLee who is/was living down Rostov-on-Don way. Check out his posts. he always struck me as being a reasonable practical individual full of uselful advice.
Rostov-on-Don by Car+Trailer! I'm jealous! have a good trip.
Les

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Transport | RE: Russia to Alaska through Bering strait: possible?

european — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 03:06:08 GMT

see e.g. http://www.waytorussia.net/TalkLounge/quote-86724.html

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St. Petersburg | Piter Apartment clean-up?

nyc10009 — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 01:26:40 GMT

Privet! My friend owns an apartment in Piter; near Senaya Pl. She rents it; the previous deadbeat tenants just moved out. It's a mess. The apartment needs cleaning & trash removal. But, she lives in CA I live in NY. Can anyone on the list recommend anyone--or perhaps know anyone--who might be reliable and trustworthy to do this? Her friends live out of the central district and are too busy to help. We'll pay a fair price, but finding someone who is honest and will do a good job--that's the challenge.

... btw, onec it's cleaned up, the apartment will be available for rent. It's a very large apartment. Not completely up to Western standards, but very convenient, elegant, safe and comfortable.

Thanks in advance,

Will
nyc10009@gmail.com

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Moscow | Day trips from Moscow

Ulfen — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:49:35 GMT

Hi

Any local companies in Moscow that organize day trips out of Moscow? For instance Vladimir, Suzdal or similar.

Ulf

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Russian Visa Forum | RE: Visa Registration on the Trans-Siberian

romdur — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 19:28:24 GMT

If you won't stay in any one town for more than 3 days, than you simply don't need to register.

In case you are challenged by any official, keep enough evidence (ticket stubs, receipts, etc.) of your itinerary, to show that you didn't stay 3 days in one spot.

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Jobs & Lessons | English editor intern (Moscow based) is needed for 2 months

Irina Zhinzhikova — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:20:47 GMT

We have a spot for an English Editor intern in our UBS Moscow office to work in our production team in Research. All backgrounds will be considered. We desire candidates having the right attitude, who are detail oriented, hard working, interested in financial markets, and have strong computer skills (Excel). Only native English speakers will be considered for the position. University students are welcome to apply. This position will greatly enhance one�s knowledge of the Russian equity market and its drivers.

Pls send your application to Careers.Russia@ubs.com with the note "English editor intern"

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Moscow | 4th of July Events?

mutatedjellyfish — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 08:37:11 GMT

Hey!

I read somewhere that there's usually a 4th of July something or other in some park somewhere. Maybe the embassy was putting it on? Anyone know what I'm talking about?

Just wondering if I'm remembering correctly.

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Way to Russia Feedback | RE: Spam?

UsualSuspect — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:29:18 GMT

Hi Dima,
I'll get on it, give me a few days or so as I wouldn't want to cut the innocent off at the knees.

You may also want to consider the use of generating an on-screen password (that cannot be scraped) for future potential members who join or maybe generating a "response required" email, to protect us from these spam generator bots.

Thanks
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Russian Visa Forum | RE: Update on San Francisco Consulate

romdur — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 06:22:12 GMT

slud,

Thanks for the follow-up posting. These are exactly the kinds of details that are so important to know, and can be so hard to find out!

I'm especially impressed by the fee business: I have read $131 in numerous places ever since April, out of the blue a different number!

If Russian travel has taught me anything, it is that nothing will go they way I expect.

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Russian Visa Forum | RE: Help With Private Stay Visa

european — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 02:19:49 GMT

I guess that form is made especially for US citizens because the US asks a similar form from people to fill out when visiting (or applying for a visa to) the US (DS157). Countries are like children. If one teases the other one, they do do the same back.

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Russian Visa Forum | RE: Invitation number on visa?

camarks — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 13:57:28 GMT

None of my 8 visas has an invitation number on it, so it does not appear to be a problem. However, I just got back from a trip that included a short stay in the formerly closed town of Polyarnye Zori. The hotel staff there did not like my visa, but the reason was never made entirely clear. Once I was able to produce a copy of my invitation, the hotel staff was happy. Take along a copy of your invitation just in case you need this number.
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Jobs & Lessons | Web site promotion

englishrussian — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:07:24 GMT

Im looking to find some freelance website promotion work in St Petersburg, link building , traffic building,ect reasonable rates.
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Talk Lounge | RE: HELP ME TO STUDY AT RUSSIA

IREN — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:33:39 GMT

What do you mean?
3000-4000 rubles / month:
Just stay?
Or- the cost of education and stay?
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Moscow | RE: HELP ME TO STUDY AT MOSCOW

IREN — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 08:31:12 GMT

Shantalya Hi!

You are right!

Auchan of course, but at Metro Cash and Carry serves not all. Legal entities and individual entrepreneurs. If you have friends who have a map METRO Cash and Carry. We recently got this card, bought a couple of times. The prices, I'll tell you, in Auchan much cheaper if you do not have huge packages.
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Trans-Siberian | RE: driving Warsaw to Vladivostock

dwebster — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 19:16:54 GMT

I have no answer to your question, however you should read "The Linger Longer" by Chris Raven & Simon Raven, two guys who drove from the UK to Vladivostock

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Trans-Siberian | Irkutsk - olkhon island - ulan ude

shucks11 — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:19:46 GMT

Can anybody tell me if it is possible (or relatively easy!) to get off the train at Irkutsk, travel to Olkhon Island for a few days and get from there to Ulan Ude to meet up with the Trans-Siberian again?

Just thought it would be nice to see a different area instead of doubling back to Irkutsk again to get the train.

Thanks!

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St. Petersburg | Appartment St.-Petersburg

almika66 — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:09:26 GMT

Are you looking for a appartment for rent in Petersburg? A have one for only 35-48 euro per night

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Travel Advice (Practicalities) | RE: Airport/DME - US Passport Question

camarks — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:55:29 GMT

They probably won't ask you any questions on the way in, but if they do just make sure your answers are consistent with your invitation and visa. The same pretty much applies on the way out. Make your answers consistent with your registration, and by all means make sure you properly register your visa.
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