American Journey to Sochi, Part 1: Sapsan Train from St. Petersburg

[peacetraveler22]

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[notabler]

Much better than any UK trains and much, much cheaper. Here all the trains are a disaster. And the dearest in Europe. Eg train ticket from London to Edinburgh is £270 and by plane £15. So Russia has something to be proud of.

[peacetraveler22]

So expensive!! Even the standard train in Russia wasn't so bad. People told me horror stories, but I liked it a lot. Not a bad way to travel.

[notabler]

The best part of train travelling is the conversations with fellow passengers. I used to travel this way a lot. I have a material for several books from those conversation :))). People are very open because they think you have no opportunity to betray their trust.

[peacetraveler22]

I can imagine it! Awaiting publication of your novel. :))

[dubai100]

Yes I have ridden the Sapsan and I like it. But the high-speed train nation nr.1 is Japan. I have tested their high-speed train Shinkansen last December.

[peacetraveler22]

Japan I've only seen in transit (Tokyo), but its trains are legendary. I see you're in Sochi now. Is it empty now that the Games are over?

[dubai100]

Well, less when during the Games but many foreigners still here.

[peacetraveler22]

Too hot for the Winter Games! Enjoy the rest of your stay.

[fesma94]

How about you? Have you ridden the Sapsan train between Russia's two major cities, or do you prefer air travel? Impressions? (c)
I've ridden train like Sapsan in Germany, it was better than air travel. You have wifi, train station at center of city ( both Berlin and Leipzig). In Germany you don't need to pass security check.

[peacetraveler22]

And what about trains in Israel? I'll be there in April for one week. :)

[fesma94]

wellcome ))) hope
to meet you )

[sharper_]

Это что за ахуй в русской зоне?

[peacetraveler22]

Many Russians on LJ speak and read English, and frequently comment on my posts. Look at my blog. You'll see. :)

[tabarhsak]

Давай приезжай ко мне я тебя замуж возьму,))

[peacetraveler22]

Haha! :)) Russian men can't handle an American woman. :)

[norrheim]

Especially with such an asshole face.

[peacetraveler22]

So classy! Do not be rude here please.