Russia travel tips will help you make your trip to Russia a trouble-free one. With these following tips you get to know the dos and don’ts of the country and follow them accordingly.
Taxis
In Russia you should settle over the charge with the cab driver before you hire one. It is better advised that you hire only licensed cab and beware of the unlicensed ones. You may also apply for airport transfers with local travel agent.
Excursions
You may arrange for your excursions, theater, event tickets and guided tours with your travel company before you arrive in Russia.
Tipping
At restaurants and hotels tipping is very much expected. Tip around 10-15% depending on service.
Currency
All rates are generally quoted in rubles the official fiat money of Russia. Currency can be easily converted at banks, hotels or kiosks purposely made in the interest of the tourists.
Social Conventions
When greeting someone hand shake s is wonted. Wear conservative clothes to most places and also keep seasonal weather clothes handy. Smoking is tolerable if not stated otherwise.
Photography
Photography of military sites and sites of strategic importance is strictly forbidden. If do fail to comply, it could also result in police arrest.
Telephones
In spite of the recent development of the telecommunications sector, calling up in Russia can be complicated and costly. The best way to making calling is to use the telephone at your hotel or use AT&T, Sprint or MCI's USA direct services. Tokens are necessary for street side pay phones.
Time
Time zone is GMT +3 for both Moscow & St. Petersburg.
Specifically, Moscow and St. Petersburg are:
+9 hours Central Standard Time (Chicago, St. Louis, Dallas)
+11 hours Pacific Standard Time (Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle)
+8 hours Eastern Standard Time (New York, D.C., Washington, Miami, Boston)
+10 hours Mountain Standard Time (Denver)
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