Budget Travel in Russia 

This is a great guide for the first time traveler to Russia.

Overview

The first thing to understand about budget travel in Russia is that it is a relative concept. Many factors combine to make travel in Russia somewhat expensive. Not least is the bureaucracy of visas and registration required of most visitors. Citizens of most foreign countries need visas, and have to register with the police in Moscow, St. Petersburg and some other cities. (Hotels or other lodging establishments usually handle registration for foreign travellers.)

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