Guides
Read them in this order if you are planning a first trip, or jump to the one you need.
Travel advisories before you goHow to read official advisories and what the UK and Canada say about Russia, Ukraine and common meeting countries.
Visas for visitingEntry rules, passport validity and a method to check both passports for a short visit.
Choosing a safe meeting cityA step-by-step method with six practical tests and a comparison table.
Trip budget plannerThe cost lines for both travellers, a worksheet, a reserve rule and payment safety.
First meeting and safety checklistVerification before you fly, the day itself, red flags and what to do if something goes wrong.
Dating Russian Women: Customs, Courtesy and Culture GapsFrom the archive (2010, edited): courtesy, family meetings and language gaps.