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Russia – day 3 – St Petersburg – 1st September 2008

Today sunshine!  But windy and the temperature is still cool to chilly. Went on a very good 3-and-half-hour guided walk with three Swiss and two Canadians plus a Russian guide who spoke perfect English.  The walk took us away from … Continue reading

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Russia day 1 – St Petersburg – 30th August 2008

After a very early start at 4.15 am we had a completely trouble-free journey to St Petersburg, via Stockholm.  No delayed flights, no hanging around for luggage, straight through passport control.  Probably the best ever flying experience! Took a rather … Continue reading

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