mmmmmmDon't want to sound like a sissy, but I am a little nervous about where to stay.
2007-10-16 15:04:36 · 9 answers · asked by One Wing Eagle Woman 6 in Travel ➔ Europe (Continental) ➔ Russia
Russians are friendly, seriously
you can stay in a hotel, the prices I think are quite reasonable (just do not stay in the hotels in the center)
if you're going to be careful and not going around dark and people-less places - you'll be fine, Russia is not a dangerous place to go
2007-10-17 02:06:49 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, just always pay attention to your surroundings. Most people are friendly and genuinely will help tourists out, but some may want to take advantage of you -- this is true for any country though. Ask the people at the front desk of whatever hotel you'll be staying for advice and where to go and how to get there and such.
2007-10-16 21:59:07 · answer #2 · answered by MK 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Oh wow--you're going to Russia? I'd be a little nervous too, but I'm sure you'll be fine. Where at in Russia? We'll miss you! Take lots of pics!
2007-10-16 15:13:21 · answer #3 · answered by beano™ 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My co-worker went to Russia this Summer, (albeit with a group), but they loved it, and never said anything about not feeling safe at any time during the trip. You'll be ok.
2007-10-16 15:13:42 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just stay out of Chechnya, it is ranked the 5th most dangerous place in the world. Use your common sense, be aware. I think it is always wise NOT to carry your very much money or your passport in your purse. Keep it next to your body, and not all together. Keep copies of I.D. in other places. Try not to go places alone. Hope you have a great trip.
2007-10-16 16:59:48 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Use common sense and some extra alertness compared to the U.S. or U.K. and you should be fine.
There's a great book by Gavin De Becker about how to stay safe and what to watch out for that is highly recommended.
2007-10-16 15:13:53 · answer #6 · answered by LucaPacioli1492 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I heard they aren't too friendly to tourist, but my cousin visited Perm, Russia for a while, and she didn't say anything bad about it, but she was staying with a Russian friend.
2007-10-16 15:08:27 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
With a name like Eagle Woman, I'm betting you'll be fine. As far as safe goes, you're probably not as safe as you think here. I want to go there too, but my wife is a bit uneasy about it.
2007-10-16 15:15:40 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
So..if you go as tourist and have your guid,so its safe,if you dont know language and go with out any friends in Great Russian Empire,so it can be trouble.
2007-10-16 22:11:55 · answer #9 · answered by Cossak 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋