What to pack when you’re packing for a river cruise in Russia

Author: Farell Williams

Planning ahead your vacation is one of the best plans you can make throughout the year. Besides the calming effects when dealing with a stressful day at work, planning ahead your vacation will also save you from a lot of trouble days before the actual trip, because, by thinking in advance, you will avoid last-minute decisions and forgotten things.

If you decided for luxurious and opulent Russia this year, before actually booking and enjoying your vacation, there are some things you need to know. For example, Russia requires visa from almost all countries, including America, Canada, European countries or other Western countries and the average price for covering the visa is around 200 USD, while it will take around one month for the process of visa to be completed. Also, planning the perfect season for visiting Russia is a must, because there is no colder country on earth than Russia. Thus, winters should be preferably avoided, while summers and springs are the best available choices.

Another thing to bear in mind while packing for Russia is the type of trip you want. If you enjoy independence and sight-seeing more, land tour it is preferable. However, if you are looking to meet new people, enjoy a bit from everything Russia has to offer, including its agitated night life and opulence, river cruises on one of the most beautiful rivers in the world, Volga, is the preferred solution. Plus, you get to only unpack once.

In order to make the best out of your river cruise in Russia, especially if you are from outside Europe, you might want to take into consideration the following tips: for instance, because Russian voltage measurements are identical with the ones used in the rest of Europe, adapters and power converters for electric machines will not be required. However, if you are from America or any other Western country, buying an adaptor to fit local voltage and power will be the best. Tip: if you want to enjoy a wonderful time, try and forget about most of “electronic distractions” and use only the ones completely necessary: trim and beauty machines, cell phones, music players and cameras. Also, most cruise ships offer gratuity of their wireless, Wi-Fi Internet connections, but for exact details you should contact the cruise members.

Russian cruises sail from May to September, the most pleasant period in Russia. However, May and September weather can be chilly, so packing a light jacket is for the best. Even if you are travelling during the “official summer” June to August, packing for a sweater or a warmer jacket might come in hand. Also, if you are planning to attend an opera or a ballet show, men and women are expect to wear similar clothes to those worn at public events, without the need to overdress with gowns or tuxedos. Dark shoes and jacket should be enough for gentlemen, while adequate dresses and heels are desirable for women.

Last, but not least, in order to enjoy the most of your vacation, do not forget to bring your own cosmetics, shampoos and other personal hygiene products, in order to feel more comfortable and more “like home”.

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