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In August of 2001 I spent a few days in Moscow, the enticing and vivid capital of the Russian Federation.

Sushi appeared to be a novelty in Moscow when I visited and the price reflected that. When in Russia...may as well eat... more travel advice

When you leave Moscow by air you may encounter long, long lines at the passport check point. Do not panic too much! We... more travel advice

Passport police in the city harasses people on a regular basis. I was told they are mostly after Georgian immigrants.... more travel advice

Very nice and elegant atmosphere in turn of the century style. Great service, with very attentive waiters. Voted best... more travel advice

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suvaa003 Aug 21, 2003 at 11:05 AM

great tips, and yes waiting in russia is a form of art!
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Pablos_new Aug 21, 2003 at 1:33 AM

Not too much as well... That is because you use plane but not train to get from Moscow to St.Petersburg ;-))) LOL!
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Lalique Aug 20, 2003 at 11:54 PM

Police and eating were the only Moscow experiences???? Doubt, should be something more - night clubs, girls, booz, drugs....? :))))))
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Redule Nov 21, 2002 at 1:43 AM

ha, their police told me that I should have either passport or photocopy!
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fabrice May 23, 2002 at 10:47 PM

good tips about the passport problems

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