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Posted by: waiting123

Welcome to the RMP. The RMP was not only created as a place for people to visit when seeking or giving advice, but also a place for all of us to come together while we wait for our soulmates and share life experiences, make new friendships, and help broaden peoples thoughts on International Relationships with a Russian / FSU soulmate. The forum is here to help you navigate through any process or problem you are embarking on. We try to maintain a professional and informative environment within our forum, if you feel that the Forum Guidelines are not being adhered to please notify one of the RMP Moderators via private message.

Upon joinging the forum, you are required to post initially here in the New Members forum....after 3 posts and 1 hour time, you will be able to post in the general forum. All posts that are related to a posted thread will be moved to the appropriate thread by a moderator. We have implemented this change to help introduce new members to the forum as well as help control Spam.

We apologize if this causes any inconvenience.

We would like to introduce the forum moderators to you; below we have listed the moderators. Please keep in mind that the moderators are in different countries and are on at different times.

Khashyar - Administrator
Searcher - Administrator
Lena - Administrator
waiting123 - Administrator
GoingToRussia
pin boy
inlove
Jill
Jutman
lester
Leprechaun


Posted by: Longfellow

Quote:
Originally Posted by waiting123
Welcome to the RMP. The RMP was not only created as a place for people to visit when seeking or giving advice, but also a place for all of us to come together while we wait for our soulmates and share life experiences, make new friendships, and help broaden peoples thoughts on International Relationships with a Russian / FSU soulmate. The forum is here to help you navigate through any process or problem you are embarking on. We try to maintain a professional and informative environment within our forum, if you feel that the Forum Guidelines are not being adhered to please notify one of the RMP Moderators via private message.

Upon joinging the forum, you are required to post initially here in the New Members forum....after 3 posts and 1 hour time, you will be able to post in the general forum. All posts that are related to a posted thread will be moved to the appropriate thread by a moderator. We have implemented this change to help introduce new members to the forum as well as help control Spam.

We apologize if this causes any inconvenience.

We would like to introduce the forum moderators to you; below we have listed the moderators. Please keep in mind that the moderators are in different countries and are on at different times.

Khashyar - Administrator
Searcher - Administrator
Lena - Administrator
waiting123 - Administrator
GoingToRussia
pin boy
inlove
Jill
lester
Leprechaun
Excellant! Good direction and providence to the fourm!
I think everyone who loves and participates here will consider this a well met policy!
Oy! Oy! Oy!


Posted by: waiting123

Quote:
Originally Posted by Longfellow
Excellant! Good direction and providence to the fourm!
I think everyone who loves and participates here will consider this a well met policy!
Oy! Oy! Oy!


Thanks there Longfellow. We hope that this thread will provide more interaction among the older members and new members. I am in hopes that more travel experiences and life experiences will be shared here.....


Posted by: Balaklava

Hi!
I'm not a new member, but this is my 10th try to post here.
Please check it and post in the right thread.
(Censorship?)

Quote:
Originally Posted by ira156
When you are living there for a while it starts to wear you down....

But then it makes you laugh…
http://www.wrecker.newmail.ru/www/russia.htm
The sign says: Russia as it is.


Posted by: AkMike

There seems to be a time lag with posts showing up. Does each post now get screened by a mod? How long til it appears on screen? It works normal in this section but I posted several times last night and those replies still are MIA.
Thanks


Posted by: French_Misha

To be honest, this will probably be the last nail in the coffin of this forum.

Also, add the behavior of the moderators themselves. This is the reply that I got from a "moderator":

"Frenchy, do you ever have a positive thought? Can you deliver a good thought or provide support?"

Is this appropriate for a moderator? Is this how you encourage discussion by insulting members? I posted two posts that will be "reviewed" by this same moderator. Odds are pretty good that they will be censored and will never appear given his attitude.

If this is the role of the moderators, then I can only say goodbye!


Posted by: Balaklava

Quote:
Originally Posted by French_Misha
If this is the role of the moderators, then I can only say goodbye!

This is the role of censor in its worst form!


Posted by: waiting123

Quote:
Originally Posted by French_Misha
To be honest, this will probably be the last nail in the coffin of this forum.

Also, add the behavior of the moderators themselves. This is the reply that I got from a "moderator":

"Frenchy, do you ever have a positive thought? Can you deliver a good thought or provide support?"

Is this appropriate for a moderator? Is this how you encourage discussion by insulting members? I posted two posts that will be "reviewed" by this same moderator. Odds are pretty good that they will be censored and will never appear given his attitude.

If this is the role of the moderators, then I can only say goodbye!


Your posts will not be opput into a moderation que. This thread is only restricting people with less than 3 posts, after there 3rd post, that member will have the ability to post in the general forum.

This is not an act of censorship, is in an act to try and control spam


Posted by: waiting123

Quote:
Originally Posted by AkMike
There seems to be a time lag with posts showing up. Does each post now get screened by a mod? How long til it appears on screen? It works normal in this section but I posted several times last night and those replies still are MIA.
Thanks


Mike, Yes you posted 2 posts last night in response to some test posts I was doing to make sure the settings were working. I created another user waiting!!!, and posted to make sure it would allow me to access the general forum after the 3rd post. After the test and we saw that the settings were correct, I went back and deleted my posts and garbeled threads that I did, during the testing you responded to 2 of my posts, these threads I created were deleted after we finished the test.

We are all trying to make this a better forum. None of the current members posts are being put into a special que to be moderated, your post will appear as they always have. This new feature is specifically geared towards members with less than 3 posts.

As always we are open to new suggestions and options.


Posted by: waiting123

Quote:
Originally Posted by Balaklava
This is the role of censor in its worst form!


Please explain to me how you feel this is a form of censorship?


Posted by: French_Misha

Quote:
Originally Posted by waiting123
Your posts will not be opput into a moderation que. This thread is only restricting people with less than 3 posts, after there 3rd post, that member will have the ability to post in the general forum.

This is not an act of censorship, is in an act to try and control spam


It does not explain the behavior or your moderator.


Posted by: waiting123

Quote:
Originally Posted by French_Misha
It does not explain the behavior or your moderator.


Pleas pm the message this mod sent you, and tell me in a pm which mod it was.


Posted by: GoingToRussia

Quote:
Originally Posted by French_Misha
To be honest, this will probably be the last nail in the coffin of this forum.

Also, add the behavior of the moderators themselves. This is the reply that I got from a "moderator":

"Frenchy, do you ever have a positive thought? Can you deliver a good thought or provide support?"

Is this appropriate for a moderator? Is this how you encourage discussion by insulting members? I posted two posts that will be "reviewed" by this same moderator. Odds are pretty good that they will be censored and will never appear given his attitude.

If this is the role of the moderators, then I can only say goodbye!

The reason I asked the question was because many times I asked you to be supportive of a member and you continued to only badgered and upset him. You were acting like a certain member that constantly repeats and expresses his opinion. I was merely trying to stop your treatment of upsetting another member and I see I finally got my point across to you ... or maybe I didn't?

Perhaps it would have been better to PM you instead of posting it in a public forum which has upset you.


Posted by: freebird

Quote:
Originally Posted by French_Misha
To be honest, this will probably be the last nail in the coffin of this forum.

Also, add the behavior of the moderators themselves. This is the reply that I got from a "moderator":

"Frenchy, do you ever have a positive thought? Can you deliver a good thought or provide support?"

Is this appropriate for a moderator? Is this how you encourage discussion by insulting members? I posted two posts that will be "reviewed" by this same moderator. Odds are pretty good that they will be censored and will never appear given his attitude.

If this is the role of the moderators, then I can only say goodbye!
Hey I hope you won't take it too personally, I read your posts & there are some interesting thoughts, so I hope you will keep posting on the forum


Posted by: Balaklava

Quote:
Originally Posted by waiting123
Please explain to me how you feel this is a form of censorship?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Internet_censorship




Posted by: GoingToRussia

Balakava, should we let spammers post too?


Posted by: Longfellow

Quote:
Originally Posted by GoingToRussia
Balakava, should we let spammers post too?
Careful, GTR... someone might decide to drop a dime to the ACLU! We're really in it deep if they decide to start posting their rhetoric here! LOL


Posted by: GoingToRussia

Hey LF you're up with chickens this morning. Maybe that isn't a phrase in Sunny California. The only chickens you see out there are in the frozen food section!

How's it goin'? Are you hanging in there? I know missing your girl coming back from the first trip can be tough.


Posted by: Longfellow

Quote:
Originally Posted by GoingToRussia
Hey LF you're up with chickens this morning. Maybe that isn't a phrase in Sunny California. The only chickens you see out there are in the frozen food section!

How's it goin'? Are you hanging in there? I know missing your girl coming back from the first trip can be tough.
I didn't know they get the McNuggets up this early...
I'm an early riser... at sunrise I like to go out on the balcony and crow! Really inspires my neighbors!! LOL

Thanks for asking - I'm doing alright. I'm mostly decompressed and my head is pretty clear now.
We're hammering (read that 'she's the hammer and I'm the nail') out some things regarding the challenge we face. I'm not sure where it's going to end up, but my mind is prepared to face the potential outcomes, good or bad. I don't know of any way to prepare my heart, though.
Time will answer all questions.


Posted by: bingism

Quote:
Originally Posted by Longfellow
I don't know of any way to prepare my heart, though.

If you do find a way, can you let me know??


Posted by: Longfellow

Quote:
Originally Posted by bingism
If you do find a way, can you let me know??
If I do, it'll be announced as Oprah's Book of the Month and available at Borders, Barnes & Noble and Amazon.
Free copies to everyone here who helped 'set me up like pins in a bowling lane'.


Posted by: Felice

Hello!
First introduction.
I am a new member.
My name is Felice that means 'bliss' in italian.
I live in UK.
Hope to visit Australia soon.


Posted by: GoingToRussia

Welcome to the RMP Felice. What brings you here?


Posted by: Felice

Quote:
Originally Posted by GoingToRussia
Welcome to the RMP Felice. What brings you here?



Curiosity... And stong wish to earn big money.
My relatives want to move to your country.


Posted by: AkMike

So, how does a russian-western forum enter into this?


Posted by: Felice

Quote:
Originally Posted by AkMike
So, how does a russian-western forum enter into this?


Straight, as I am both Russian and British lady


Posted by: GoingToRussia

Will you be immigrating from Russia or Britain?


Posted by: Felice

Quote:
Originally Posted by GoingToRussia
Will you be immigrating from Russia or Britain?

I do not consider myself as an emigrant.
I simply have citizenships of both countries.


Posted by: GoingToRussia

Where were you born and where do you live now? Do you plan to arrive to the USA on a work visa or some other way?


Posted by: freebird

Quote:
Originally Posted by Felice
Curiosity... And stong wish to earn big money.
My relatives want to move to your country.

Hi Felice, I see that you have posted a few times a link to a personals website, are you representing them? Not that it's a problem, just in the interest of full disclosure.


Posted by: ragdoll_girl

Hello... I was just reading the posts on this new member forum, and wow, is about all I can say. I came to this site hoping to learn something new perhaps, as I am quite iliterate with Russian anything... but I can say I want to at least read what you all have to say. lol.

So I guess this is my first post

Take care and see you on the boards


Posted by: Longfellow

Quote:
Originally Posted by ragdoll_girl
Hello... I was just reading the posts on this new member forum, and wow, is about all I can say. I came to this site hoping to learn something new perhaps, as I am quite iliterate with Russian anything... but I can say I want to at least read what you all have to say. lol.

So I guess this is my first post

Take care and see you on the boards
Welcome to the RMP Ragdoll!
I know there is a huge amount of information here, overwhelming perhaps.
Take your time, peruse at leisure and ask questions.
You'll find as I did, that by and large these are some of the friendliest and most helpful people on the net... with no hidden agendas.
Tell us more about yourself and what has sparked your interest in FSU? Not just religious symbology and ikons, I trust...
da svidanya!


Posted by: GoingToRussia

Welcome Ragdoll. Are you interested in taveling to the Former Soviet Union (FSU)?

I am also from Michigan, "Kellogg City" to be exact! Yes, there are a lot of "flakes" in my town!


Posted by: azamuner

Welcome to RMP ragdoll!


Posted by: Sunnyc

Hello,
If I was to take language lessons does it make a differance if it is Russian or Ukranian if I was interested in a woman from the Ukrane? Thanks for any help.


Posted by: GoingToRussia

The languages are different but I've been told very similar. If your girl is from Ukraine then I would study Ukraine.


Posted by: Chrismc

Quote:
Originally Posted by Sunnyc
Hello,
If I was to take language lessons does it make a differance if it is Russian or Ukranian if I was interested in a woman from the Ukrane? Thanks for any help.



I learned some Russian because Russia and in Eastern Ukraine they speak mainly Russian, however, for this last trip I had to learn some Ukrainian, although my lady speaks three languages fluently, she and her family prefer to speak Ukrainian at home.

So I started learning Ukrainian a month or so ago and picked up a few phrases which I was able to use this trip.

However, mine and her favourite phrase turned out to be 'Ya lublue tebe' one I started to use quite a lot

.


Posted by: azamuner

In places like Odessa they speak mostly Russian. I am told that the languages are about 50% the same but Ukrainian speakers can often understand the majority of Russian words.

I'd go Russian myself, not to mention it's easier to find books, etc.


Posted by: Sunnyc

Is it easier for a woman from the Ukrain to come america than from Russia?


Posted by: Longfellow

Quote:
Originally Posted by Sunnyc
Is it easier for a woman from the Ukrain to come america than from Russia?
No. Just as difficult as a Russian - maybe more difficult if she has kids.


Posted by: GoingToRussia

Hello SunnyC and welcome to the Russian Meeting Place (RMP).

Any country of the Former Soviet Union (FSU) is the same as far as getting a visa. I am currently etting a fiancee visa for a woman and her son who is from Moldova.


Posted by: Jerico

Quote:
However, mine and her favourite phrase turned out to be 'Ya lublue tebe' one I started to use quite a lot

LOL ya thats a good phrase to remember.

I think i would learn Russian as this is what everybody speaks hear in my wifes " circle".
SOme are from Moldova, some Ukraine, some Russia but all of them know Paruski.


I am taking russian lessons. This is my 3rd quarter and i must say that they have helped tons. I can read Russian now and speak Russian but I am not fluent by any means. If i took these classes beforte i went to Russia , WOW, it would of been so much more helpful there. I highly recommend taking classes if you can. Its also fun to learn another language other than Spanish, lol.
Jerry


Posted by: freebird

Quote:
Originally Posted by Sunnyc
Hello,
If I was to take language lessons does it make a differance if it is Russian or Ukranian if I was interested in a woman from the Ukrane? Thanks for any help.

Welcome RagDoll & SunnyC! In answer to your question sunny, it is important to know WHERE in Ukraine your girl comes from! In Eastern Ukraine, the Crimea & the city of Odessa - Russian is the dominant language, while in western Ukraine & Kiev it will be Ukrainian. I would advise you to try to learn Russian first, because it is like the "common Language" between the former Soviet Union (FSU) and will be understood everywhere, in Ukraine, Belarus, Moldova, Latvia etc. If you learn only Ukrainian you might have trouble being understood by Russian-speakers


Posted by: Big wheel

Quote:
Originally Posted by Sunnyc
Hello,
If I was to take language lessons does it make a differance if it is Russian or Ukranian if I was interested in a woman from the Ukrane? Thanks for any help.


What part of Ukraine? East or West or from Carpathian? East side is mainly Rus. west side Ukr. carpa has there own but Ukr is spoken and don't like rus.
Goodluck.


Posted by: freebird

Quote:
Originally Posted by Sunnyc
Is it easier for a woman from the Ukrain to come america than from Russia?

As earlier post, not much difference for visa's from different countries over there. However, you should know that you MUST go over to meet the girl first, you will not get a visa for her as fiance without a face to face meeting, a visitor's visa will likely be denied as well.

If you don't know about this, the # 1 scam is for a beautiful girl to write you, then ask for $1500 or so to pay her "special contact" for a plane ticket & visitor's visa. After you send the money !Surprise! she does not show up. Remember it is YOU that should apply for her visa, the US government wants to know that YOU will be responsible for her tickets, living expenses etc.


Posted by: Sunnyc

This is a great site for info, thanks for all your responses. I haven't started to contact anyone yet, still getting my profile done and an intro letter put together, have been working alot so it is going slow. I really enjoy reading all the posts here and have gathered many helpful tips and info, keep up the good work. Maybe I will have a happy story to add in the future.


Posted by: azamuner

It may be late but welcome to RMP Sunnyc.


Posted by: waiting123

Quote:
Originally Posted by Sunnyc
This is a great site for info, thanks for all your responses. I haven't started to contact anyone yet, still getting my profile done and an intro letter put together, have been working alot so it is going slow. I really enjoy reading all the posts here and have gathered many helpful tips and info, keep up the good work. Maybe I will have a happy story to add in the future.



Welcome to the RMP, I hope you find all the information you are looking for, as well as share your experiences and thoughts.

Welcome


Posted by: Big wheel

Quote:
Originally Posted by Sunnyc
This is a great site for info, thanks for all your responses. I haven't started to contact anyone yet, still getting my profile done and an intro letter put together, have been working alot so it is going slow. I really enjoy reading all the posts here and have gathered many helpful tips and info, keep up the good work. Maybe I will have a happy story to add in the future.


welcome to the forum.


Posted by: GoingToRussia

When I was in Kiev last May, everyone spoke Russian and English.


Posted by: Felice

Quote:
Originally Posted by GoingToRussia
Hello SunnyC and welcome to the Russian Meeting Place (RMP).

Any country of the Former Soviet Union (FSU) is the same as far as getting a visa. I am currently etting a fiancee visa for a woman and her son who is from Moldova.


Just to make it clear about language.
Any countries (former republics) of the former USSR speak Russian.
Though some nationalists pretend they do not understand Russian ....
I spoke to young people from Poland even they remembered some Russian as they had studied it in primary school.
So if that Ukranian girl is older than 15 y.o. she definitely speaks Russian.


Posted by: Felice

Quote:
Originally Posted by Felice
Just to make it clear about language.
Any countries (former republics) of the former USSR speak Russian.
Though some nationalists pretend they do not understand Russian ....
I spoke to young people from Poland even they remembered some Russian words as they had studied it in primary school.
So if that Ukranian girl is older than 10 y.o. she definitely speaks Russian.
...


Posted by: Felice

...


Posted by: AkMike

Is that fun?


Posted by: freebird

Sorry Mike, the joke has been deleted, makes no sense now.


Posted by: GoingToRussia

Quote:
Originally Posted by Felice
Just to make it clear about language.
Any countries (former republics) of the former USSR speak Russian.
Though some nationalists pretend they do not understand Russian ....
I spoke to young people from Poland even they remembered some Russian as they had studied it in primary school.
So if that Ukranian girl is older than 15 y.o. she definitely speaks Russian.

Some people from Moldova do not speak Russian, only Romanian.


Posted by: AkMike

Quote:
Originally Posted by freebird
Sorry Mike, the joke has been deleted, makes no sense now.



No real joke..hehehe She just deleted or posted extra times and filled it in with the "***"
I was teasing her a bit..


Posted by: Felice

Quote:
Originally Posted by freebird
Hi Felice, I see that you have posted a few times a link to a personals website, are you representing them? Not that it's a problem, just in the interest of full disclosure.


It is my site and it is free.
So your people are welcome to visit it!
Any women (including FSU) or men can be placed there free of charge.
Deal? Your opinion?


Posted by: Felice

Quote:
Originally Posted by Chrismc
I learned some Russian because Russia and in Eastern Ukraine they speak mainly Russian, however, for this last trip I had to learn some Ukrainian, although my lady speaks three languages fluently, she and her family prefer to speak Ukrainian at home.

So I started learning Ukrainian a month or so ago and picked up a few phrases which I was able to use this trip.

However, mine and her favourite phrase turned out to be 'Ya lublue tebe' one I started to use quite a lot

.


Thus, your Ukranian girl appeared to speak Russian very well.
Trust me, they all understand Russian in Ukrania.
How do you think,
do Scots understand English?


Posted by: freebird

Quote:
Originally Posted by Felice
Thus, your Ukranian girl appeared to speak Russian very well.
Trust me, they all understand Russian in Ukrania.
How do you think,
do Scots understand English?

Yes, all Scots understand English, but NOT THE OTHER WAY AROUND!


Posted by: stevo

Quote:
Originally Posted by Felice
How do you think,
do Scots understand English?

Well yes we do, because that's what we speak. Why do you ask?


Posted by: freebird

Quote:
Originally Posted by Felice
It is my site and it is free.
So your people are welcome to visit it!
Any women (including FSU) or men can be placed there free of charge.
Deal? Your opinion?

My opinion? Sounds fine. But I am not single anymore!


Posted by: AkMike

Quote:
Originally Posted by freebird
My opinion? Sounds fine. But I am not single anymore!



LMAO ... Braggart!


Posted by: GoingToRussia

Yes Freebird has the confidence of a Ukrainian Woman behind him ... and is feeling on top of the world!!!


Posted by: phs102090@aol.c

Hi Folks, I'm a new member of RMP, though I've been scanning through the posts for a couple of years. Now that I'm planning to move to Sevastopol, Ukraine, next year, I've gotten lots more serious about seeking and sharing information about Russian women, Russian travel, Russian culture, etc.


Posted by: freebird

Hi PHS, & welcome! I hope you find more interesting info. I really liked Sevastopol, in fact all of the southern Crimea is very beautiful. Are you planning to work there?


Posted by: GoingToRussia

Welcome PHS!

Please share any knowledge or ask any questions you might have. There are a lot of people that have been to the Crimeian area. I myself have visited the East (Russia) and West (Bulgaria) coasts of the Black Sea. Both are very nice and it is rather simple for a FSU woman to get a visa to Bulgaria if you want to experience different scenery and culture.

Take care and gook luck with your journey!


Posted by: phs102090@aol.c

Hi Freebird,
I'm real new to this "forum" form of communicating, but I'm kind of impressed so far that I get to touch base with others with similar intrests to my own without having to hunt them down. Thanks for the welcome, and your impression of Sevastopol. Yes, I will be working there. I have a very close connection with a language school there, and will be teaching advanced level English classes. Right now I am in my second month of Russian lessons, and am learning quite a bit. I do have some experience with the Russian Agencies, and will add the following possible post I'd like to send to RMP. It will tell you a bit about my own experience as well as an issue we all face that is dear to my heart.... It's kind of long, but let me know what you think:

BREAK DOWN THE LANGUAGE BARRIER

Having had a variety of experiences in the “Russian Women” dating adventure (One scam that lasted 11 months and cost about $1500 in agency fees, and a wonderful 2 year relationship with a woman in Kazakhstan with whom I visited in Turkey once, and two visits to her home country, but she was not prepared to move to the US), I’m a true believer in this means of possibly meeting your future partner.

The biggest obstacle I’ve seen, however, is the language barrier. Despite what the agencies say, the chance of finding a beautiful Russian Lady who is comfortable and capable at speaking English is very rare.

So, what is the solution? A translator of your emails you must pay and trust with your attempts at written intimacy? A Russian/English translation device that can often garble what you’re trying to say or understand? The old fashioned Russian/English dictionary that can take hours to use to say the simplest things?
Or are you really ready to commit to learning the Russian language and to your lady’s learning English?

IN THE LONG RUN IT COULD BE THE BEST INVESTMENT OF TIME AND MONEY YOU’VE EVER MADE.

Recently, through a close friendship with a couple here in San Diego (he is American… She is Russian, from Ukraine, and in fact is now my own Russian teacher), I have become connected with The Meridian Language Center, a very successful Language School located in Sevastopol, Ukraine. This school has been in business for over 20 years, and has taught thousands of students Russian, English, Italian, Spanish, German, and French. They are highly regarded and have an impeccable relationship. In fact, they have invited me to move to Sevastopol next year to teach their advanced English students, and I am excited to say I have accepted their invitation.

At present, we are in the early stages of developing an ongoing program specifically geared toward men seeking a Russian Bride, and women seeking an English (or Italian, or Spanish, or German, or French) husband. In a matter of one, or two, or three weeks our skilled instructors can prepare you for your first meeting with your Russian Lady by teaching you to speak and understand more Russian than you can imagine. Without a doubt you will impress her far beyond any other man she may have met who just expects her to learn his language, with no effort on his part. In that same time frame, we can prepare your Russian Lady to speak and understand enough English to be comfortable telling you what she wants, how she feels, and what is important to her.

This program can be set up for you as individuals, or it can be incorporated into your visit together. Imagine you and your Lady meeting in the beautiful seaside resort of Sevastopol, Crimea, on the Northern Coast of the Black Sea, where you will attend separate classes every morning, and spend your afternoons and evenings practicing your new language skills together. What a perfect romantic bond you two can form by sharing this experience.

We offer, not only our successful program called “Learning Can Be Fun,” we also offer arrangements for your accommodations, transportation, excursions, and personal attention to your needs.

Freebird, I know that such programs do exist elsewhere, but we already have a beautiful language school, well established, that even has its own small hotel. And, I am unaware of any such program in Sevastopol. Also, I'm not sure if I'm overreaching the guidelines about advertising.

Thanks for your help


Posted by: phs102090@aol.c

Hi Going to Russia,
As you can see from my post to Freebird, I am going to Sevastopol to work at teaching English. Also, as a professional writer, I am already arranging contacts with companies offering services and products to the English speaking world. I have found that many sophisticated companies have difficulty communicating comfortably in English to their prospective clients and customers. While their translations may be accurate (though many are not), they are often awkward and difficult for English speakers (especially Americans) to truly understand. This is especially true on websites that companies simply translate directly from Russian to English. They look good. They've obviously spent big bucks on their sites. But, the message they are trying to impart is lost in the translation. I'm already working with two clients there, and they are quite pleased with the results so far.
Thanks for the welcome, and I imagine we'll be in touch.


Posted by: Jazz

My name is Fred and I just signed up and I'm looking forward to learning allot here on this web site. I have met a wonderful Russian woman who lives in Taganrog and I will be going to Russia in Feb. to meet her in Moscow. I want to learn as much as possible about Russia and it's history and culture so that I don't act like a stupid american. I would like to know if there are any inexpensive hotels in Moscow because I'm in the process of saving up the money for the trip. I already paid for the plane ticket and the visa. Saving for the hotel's in Moscow and in Rostov-on Don and the round trip train ride. Any and all help will be greatfully appreciated. Thanks!


Posted by: JamesB

Hi , and welcome to our forum.Like any city Moscow will have the full range of hotels.
I would just use the net and click on Cheap moscow hotels, its sure to bring up something.
Good luck with your search.


Posted by: AkMike

Welcome to the forum Jazz!
I think you'll find that Moscow is THE most expensive city in the world.
Look at this link for the classified. http://www.russianmeetingplace.com/...splay.php?f=251
You'll find something by 'moscow guide'. That might help.
Guys,,, Wasn't "Uncle Pasha" from Moscow? He runs a boarding house. Look in the search for the places to see and go to.


Posted by: Jazz

Thanks for the info, but I have been online looking for hotels and there must be over a hunderd hotels to choose from. If possible, myself and Elena would like to try and find a hotel somewhat close to the city center, within walking distance to the kremlin and red square that doesn't cost a arm and a leg. Elena is not from Moscow so it would be nice to walk to everything.


Posted by: Chrismc

Quote:
Originally Posted by Jazz
Thanks for the info, but I have been online looking for hotels and there must be over a hunderd hotels to choose from. If possible, myself and Elena would like to try and find a hotel somewhat close to the city center, within walking distance to the kremlin and red square that doesn't cost a arm and a leg. Elena is not from Moscow so it would be nice to walk to everything.


Try this one Jazz

Chris


Posted by: Jazz

Thanks Chrismc for the link. I will see what they can offer.


Posted by: solstice

I spent a couple nights at the Maxima Irbis Hotel. It's not exactly close to Red Square but the metro is close by, the front desk people speak English and you can get a taxi anytime. It's a nice place and they offered a free breakfast buffet. I booked a reservation through Hotels.com


Posted by: EasyTarget

Jazz:

I would recommend renting an apartment in Russia.
Uncle Pasha -- http://www.unclepasha.com/
and Olyesa -- http://www.russiangirlfriday.com/

Can help you find one. They are both very trustworthy, let them know you heard about them from this website and they will take care of you.
But if you insist on a hotel
http://www.1bigeurope.com/ is a good site for finding hotels in Russia.

Best of luck on your trip.


Posted by: sidney

We stayed at the rossia but last I heard it was to be torn down. Loved the view of red square from our window. Just choose the side of the hotel toward what you want to see.
Sid


Posted by: Jazz

Thanks EasyTarget for the info about the apartments. I think that it will be better and cheaper to stay in an apartment instead of a hotel. That way we could get a feeling on how it would be like to live together as a married couple.


Posted by: Bee_Bdgy

Hi! Ïðèâåò!
I'm from Russia! My native language is Russian.
I have a smattering of English and want to learn it better.
In my turn, I can teach you Russian.


Posted by: GoingToRussia

Hello Bee_Bdgy!

Welcome to the Russian Meeting Place (RMP). What brings you to the forum ... to learn English and teach Russian only?


Posted by: trecho

Hey Bee Bdgy, i know english, and want to learn russian.


Posted by: trecho

if i posted on another thread, will this make it the third or fourth?


Posted by: GoingToRussia

You should be ready to post in any thread now trecho. You have 3 posts.


Posted by: bergy10

Hi everyone, I'm new to RMP. Well sort of anyway.
I have been browsing RMP quite a lot, and the info I have read so far is nothing short of incredible. Massive kudos to you guys!!

Anyway, I'm here to learn as much as I can, as I like to prepare myself of what will probably be a rollercoaster ride in the next few years (or the rest of my life!).
I've heard so many sad stories, but the rewards for a succesful pairing seem to be worth having a crack at least?

I have so many questions to ask you guys, but feel it is a bit inappropriate to post on this topic, so I will have to get my 3 posts in first!

I must admit, I already started using 'Aweb', but so far I haven't lost a penny (something to do with not spending any in the first place!). I have now removed the offending website on your recommendation from my bookmarks, and have now started to take a look at Elena's and Freepersonals.ru

I've also made enquiries to learn the russian language, and will try to get private tuition - I feel it's important that any partnerships works both ways. Besides, there is no harm in learning another language.

Any more suggestions what I should do? (apart from making another 2 posts!)


Posted by: Raspberry

As they say in D-land, "Wilkommen"!


Posted by: GoingToRussia

Hi Bergy10 and welcome to the RMP.

Yes many things to say but I'm sure they will come up during your adventure so don't hesitate to ask questions.


Posted by: waiting123

Welcome!!! to the RMP!!! Bergy10


Posted by: ap101

I am 35 years old, my family has owned a small business, in the U.S. for over 85 years, which , unfortunately, doesn't mean mean much to my wallet. I do however, have many other qualities about me, that far outweigh my financial status. Which, by the way, isn't as bad as I make it out to be, but, it could be more..... I would like to know if these beautiful, very intelligent, well-educated, obviously, very strong minded women, to undertake such a thing, as moving to another country half-way around the world, to live with a man they've only met in person a few times, if even that. Are they for real? or is, the one site in particular, Dream Marriage, is it a scam. What do you guys know about this agency? and Cherry Blossoms. I am an athletic, very good looking man, I get hammered with emails from dream marriage, that is why I told you what I look like. I am also well-spoken, well-mannered, and well-brought up, but they can't possibly know that yet. So what's up fella's, these gals, too hot, young, and smart, and family oriented, to be true. It seems to be the case in the U.S., I can still date the young, beautiful, intelligent girls, but their values towards family have changed, or if they are super hot, they end up going to the rich guys, or they just aren't ready for a family and I am, they want to wait. I lost a girl to a professional athlete once, no big deal, there are plenty of fish in the sea, and especially across the Pond, it seems....better girls??? I am actually, very respectful towards women. So what do you know about dream marriage, and cherry blossoms, and are these smoking hot babes on dream marriage and cherry blossoms a scam.


Posted by: AkMike

Welcome to the forum.
Take some time to read up on the agencys and the scams down in the relationship area. Take your time to learn.
Yes the women are real and you can find them but take your time and do it right.


Posted by: Big wheel

Welcome to all the new members lately. I hope you all will find this sit very useful and helpful.


Posted by: Big wheel

ap101
Look around in the agency's and the scams, this should help you.


Posted by: GoingToRussia

Quote:
Originally Posted by ap101
I am 35 years old, my family has owned a small business, in the U.S. for over 85 years, which , unfortunately, doesn't mean mean much to my wallet. I do however, have many other qualities about me, that far outweigh my financial status. Which, by the way, isn't as bad as I make it out to be, but, it could be more..... I would like to know if these beautiful, very intelligent, well-educated, obviously, very strong minded women, to undertake such a thing, as moving to another country half-way around the world, to live with a man they've only met in person a few times, if even that. Are they for real? or is, the one site in particular, Dream Marriage, is it a scam. What do you guys know about this agency? and Cherry Blossoms. I am an athletic, very good looking man, I get hammered with emails from dream marriage, that is why I told you what I look like. I am also well-spoken, well-mannered, and well-brought up, but they can't possibly know that yet. So what's up fella's, these gals, too hot, young, and smart, and family oriented, to be true. It seems to be the case in the U.S., I can still date the young, beautiful, intelligent girls, but their values towards family have changed, or if they are super hot, they end up going to the rich guys, or they just aren't ready for a family and I am, they want to wait. I lost a girl to a professional athlete once, no big deal, there are plenty of fish in the sea, and especially across the Pond, it seems....better girls??? I am actually, very respectful towards women. So what do you know about dream marriage, and cherry blossoms, and are these smoking hot babes on dream marriage and cherry blossoms a scam.

I never heard of either one but I took a quick look. Blossums I definetly don't like, you can't search for a girl until you become a member. Dream Marrriage reminds me so much of AnastasiaWeb.com that I wouldn't trust this site either. Ths site also has things you can buy for girls, organize tours, and uses webcams. The pictures are also studio types with only good looking girls. Both sites don't look kosher. Of course all sites have their good and bad girls so I'm sure some of these women are the real deal.

To answer your questions ... yes these beautiful, well educated, family oriented women do exist. They are looking for a man that is family oriented, has a stable lifestyle and job, will not cheat on her, and respects her as a partner and woman.

I can only say that is has been my experience that these women from the Former Soviet Union (FSU) are better for me then women in my country. Mainly because I am more compatible with them, we have the same goals, we think alike, and they make you feel like a king with all their love and support. When a woman from the FSU likes you ... you will know it!!!

FSU women aren't as hung up on looks as most women from the USA. Of course they want an attractive man but it is not the 1st quality they look for.

Try these sites. I have used all 3 in the past and found them very good with very few scammers.

www.freepersonals.ru
www.allsinglerussiangirls.com
www.elenasmodels.com

It was mentioned to read the "scammers" section on this forum and it's a good idea. Here is the link, http://www.russianmeetingplace.com/...isplay.php?f=86. There are scammers, Good Time Girls (GTG), and Green Card Grabbers (GCG). The scammers are easy to spot, the GTGs aren't discovered until you meet them because all the what you to do is to buy them something or take them to a different city, and the GCGs aren't discovered until after you marry them, they just want a free ride to your country where they can live off of you.

With that said, these "bad" girls are few when compared to all the great women actually looking for a foreign man. I can only say, I will never date a woman from the USA again.

Don't hesitate to ask more questions, good luck, and welcome to the forum.


Posted by: ap101

Thanks for the advice mike. I have already done a lot of reading on it. I first got interested in Russian women because of a scammer. I had suspicions after the very first letter she sent to me. After letters 2 and 3, I was positive. I am a pretty smart guy, and HE couldn't pull the wool over my eyes. I asked HER to send me a picture of her holding a picture of me or HER holding a newspaper, so that I could see the Headline and name of newspaper, then I could look it up on the Internet. It worked, her camera was broke, but she would send me one when it was fixed. She never asked me for money though, I busted HIM too soon. One of her letters exactly matched one I found on a scamming forum somewhere.

On a personal note Mike, Alakska is very high on my list of places to visit, are there any great rivers to whitewater raft there, of course, I would fish an awful lot too.


Posted by: AkMike

Theres some rafting here. I don't know the classes of scoring but I wouldn't do it.
Take a look at my pics or my wife, 'Tatysik' for some fish pics. at the top of the page in the photo gallerys.
Her first fishing trip after getting here in the US she got a 50# halibut.


Posted by: Autumn

At first I thought it was strange when I came in and saw you have to post 3 times in the new member forum first. I thought usually I register, introduce myself and then start posting. What in the world will I say in three posts in the new member forums. But, this little post here helped me with post number #2, so thank you! And I found it helpful that you introduced all the admin and mods in this section plus noted their difference in time frames.


Posted by: GoingToRussia

Hello Autumn and welcome to the Russian Meeting Place (RMP). What brings you to this forum?


Posted by: Autumn

Quote:
Originally Posted by EasyTarget
Jazz:

I would recommend renting an apartment in Russia.
Uncle Pasha -- http://www.unclepasha.com/
and Olyesa -- http://www.russiangirlfriday.com/

Can help you find one. They are both very trustworthy, let them know you heard about them from this website and they will take care of you.
But if you insist on a hotel
http://www.1bigeurope.com/ is a good site for finding hotels in Russia.

Best of luck on your trip.


I found this information interesting. It's cheaper to rent an apartment then to stay at a hotel. Are these like American boarding houses where you rent a room or is it a full apartment with kitchen, livingroom, bedroom?


Posted by: GoingToRussia

In most cases yes ... but they aren't quite that "fansy". For example, some of them have one faucet in the bathroom ... it swivels back and forth to the sink and to the tub!


Posted by: Autumn

Now that sounds interesting.




Posted by: GoingToRussia

HE HE HE, not as interesting as when the power or water goes out. If your apartment has pails or buckets in the room, fill them up quick! You can use the water to flush the toilet if the water or electricity goes out!


Posted by: Autumn

We run into problems like that we you live in town in the States.


Posted by: Autumn

I'm running into a problem with posting to other areas on the site.
I registered 9:50 posted my first of 3 posts required 10:27 and my hour is passed and this should be post six.

There's nothing more I can do here but wait folks.


Posted by: GoingToRussia

I'll get an administartor to see if they can fix the problem.


Posted by: waiting123

Problem should be solved. There is a brief period of time that has to pass before the posts are updated on the server. Please let me know if you are still having issues.


Posted by: alla.ru

Hi everyone,Im new member who is looking for the interesting people.
what is the popular post here


Posted by: GoingToRussia

Hello Alla and welcome to the forum!

I'm not sure what you mean by popular post. You need to have 3 posts before you can post in the general forum so for now this is the only place you can post.


Posted by: Alisa_L

Hello to everyone!


Posted by: azamuner

I just want to say welcome to the new members. Plenty of information on this site and lots of good people. Enjoy!


Posted by: Moe123

Thanks for giving me the chance to sort out my messy life.


Posted by: BanditBundy

Hello outthere in cyberspace


Posted by: GoingToRussia

Another Dane! There is quite a lively Danish board on this forum.

Welcome to the RMP, what brings you here?


Posted by: VFRSteveD

Just posting a reply here to fulfill the new member requirements...even though i posted in another form previously...but then again I did only post once or twice so maybe a new regulation came down between then and now...

In any case, I'm from canada, Currently living on Vancouver Island in beautiful but somewhat rainy British Columbia.

Looking forward to other people on the boards and learning more about Russian and its culture.

I am currently dating/engaged to a beautiful russian woman and I couldn't be happier.

if everything goes well, we will be amrried this june, and after that???Well i can only hope that I we will be celebrating next Christmas together.

and just in case this isn't the post that puts me over the top...

1


Posted by: VFRSteveD

2...


Posted by: VFRSteveD

3...and btw my name is Steve...


catch you on the flip side


Posted by: GoingToRussia

Welcome again Steve. It's a while between posts. Maybe you can fill us in or write a trip report somewhere.

Glad to hear you are engaged and found a RW to spend the rest of your life with. I wish you much happiness and a lifetime of bliss.


Posted by: Yeldarb

3 for me too!!!!


Posted by: jessicazigzag

hia, I too have placed a post here once before but thought I might see if I can jog anyone's minds here too...

Im working on a documentary for a major UK broadcaster which looks at western women actively seeking foreign men for marriage. I am looking to speak to any existing couples as well as British women or men from Russia/Ukraine/other CIS countries who are seeking the other... any advice would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks, jess x


Posted by: homerbutbright

Hi. I'm hoping to teach English in Irkutsk from September. Does anybody know what is a reasonable wage there? or how much people have to pay to rent an apartment? If I know the latter, then I'll have some idea of how good a salary offer is.


Posted by: GoingToRussia

Hello and wecome homerbutbright.

Send a private message to mistermopar or Pin Boy. They have recently taught and lived in Russia/Ukraine.


Posted by: Sparky114

Hi All
Been reading the forum posts for a while, so thought I would join you all!!!!!

My name is Mark and I am dating a wonderfull lady from Rostov Region South Russia, it is now just over 6 months and I have been there 3 times, E is due to arrive here in the UK to stay with me on the 5th April can not wait, quite a thing now to get a visa for the UK what with all the Biometrics to do now. not an easy process but still achievable

For me travelling to Russia is not a new thing (total of 14 times now) so have a some experience in things Russian, and like many got burnt a little along the way.

I am a member on a couple of other sites so I do recognise some of the nicks!

Kind Regards

Mark


Posted by: azamuner

Welcome to RMP Mark.

Sounds like your experiences can be of value to lots of people here. If you are willing, I'm sure we'd love to hear a few stories.


Posted by: AkMike

Cool! Glad to have you around Mark! Pull up a chair and join in!


Posted by: Raspberry

Mark, I'm sure you have some interesting stories to tell.....and may certainly give us a better insight than most...


Posted by: Sparky114

Hi,

My thanks to Azamuner ,AK Mike, Raspberry for your warm welcome to me.

Yes I will tell some of my stories in time, but need to prepare for my E who arrives at Heathrow tommorow night , just finished renovating my property in time but now have so much work in 48 hours to prepare for the arrival of my RW

E will be here for 2 weeks and then we will fly back together to Rostov and then spend some time together there again!!! this is her first visit to me in my country although she has been to the uk twice before but not to meet UKM, she is a language teacher and translator and travelled here with work.

Ok must go now good luck with your pursuits

Mark


Posted by: azamuner

Looking forward to your stories. Grats Mark!


Posted by: Murilom

Hello! I am joining the forum in Turkey


Posted by: azamuner

Welcome to RMP Murilom.


Posted by: Murilom

Thanks azamuner


Posted by: eddie465

Hello all,

I've been lurking on your sight for about a month now and thought I would join, say "Hi" and maybe pick a few of your brains .


Posted by: GoingToRussia

Welcome aboard eddie465! Are you interested in a foreign bride, russia, or something else?

Read, ask, and start picking!


Posted by: azamuner

Welcome to RMP eddie465.

If you have been reading posts here, then you already know this place has a wealth of information.


Posted by: eddie465

Quote:
Originally Posted by GoingToRussia
Are you interested in a foreign bride, russia, or something else?
Actually I met a Ukrainian woman online, she lives in Russia, and I wanted to try to learn a bit about the culture (differences and similarities to western). So I might pop in randomly to ask new questions .

Quote:
Originally Posted by azamuner
If you have been reading posts here, then you already know this place has a wealth of information.
Yes, I have noticed, and some of the questions I had when I first wandered onto this site have been answered.


Posted by: Chrismc

Welcome Eddie

Please feel free to ask questions, that is how most of us started.

Chris


Posted by: Rick1234

Hi every body!
I live in Montreal, Canada but I came here from Romania about 6 years ago. I am quite an international person as my father is German descendant and my mother is Vietnamese (she was student in Romania long time ago). I speak currently 4 languages quite different ( English, French, Romanian, Vietnamese and a little bit German).
I am very new in RW dating thing, actually I was hit by some scammers when I put my profile on a Canadian dating site, thus I became interested in RW. Now it looks like some drug and I think I will not get out from this without a RW by my side
I have been reading that amazing love story and the wonderful wedding of Chrismc but I couldn't see the pictures posted, very frustrating. What should I do?

Rick


Posted by: Chrismc

Quote:
Originally Posted by Rick1234
Hi every body!
I live in Montreal, Canada but I came here from Romania about 6 years ago. I am quite an international person as my father is German descendant and my mother is Vietnamese (she was student in Romania long time ago). I speak currently 4 languages quite different ( English, French, Romanian, Vietnamese and a little bit German).
I am very new in RW dating thing, actually I was hit by some scammers when I put my profile on a Canadian dating site, thus I became interested in RW. Now it looks like some drug and I think I will not get out from this without a RW by my side
I have been reading that amazing love story and the wonderful wedding of Chrismc but I couldn't see the pictures posted, very frustrating. What should I do?

Rick

Welcome Rick and thanks for the kind comments, I think you have to make 3 posts before you get access to most of the features, it is to help prevent spamming.

Reply to this post and you will probably be OK.

Chris


Posted by: Rick1234

Thank you Chrismc, congratulation for your wedding, I know you are a special person.


Posted by: Brian2

Hello, Folk

Brian, Aussie, engaged to a Russian woman I met online. Done our application, currently waiting on her fiancee visa.

Been to Russia twice now.

SPb is great. Moscow is overpriced.

:-)

Regards

Brian


Posted by: stevenjames

Hello all,

I guess we all have to start some place! I accidentally stumbled across this site, and read a few posts! Most helpful already! I have tired many different sites looking for my "Russian Bride", and have fallen prey to just about everything - lol But fortunately, I picked up on a few flags and just stopped. I am serious in what I what, but no luck. My mother comes from Germany, and My father was from the former Yugoslavia. Just tired of the American Ladies and their attitudes :-)


Posted by: Chillidog

Quote:
Originally Posted by stevenjames
Hello all,

I guess we all have to start some place! I accidentally stumbled across this site, and read a few posts! Most helpful already! I have tired many different sites looking for my "Russian Bride", and have fallen prey to just about everything - lol But fortunately, I picked up on a few flags and just stopped. I am serious in what I what, but no luck. My mother comes from Germany, and My father was from the former Yugoslavia. Just tired of the American Ladies and their attitudes :-)

Welcome, and good luck in your search.
keeping reading and looking around the forum, and always feel free to ask any questions.
Have you traveled yet to any of the FSU countries? What sites are you currently using in your search?


Posted by: stevenjames

Quote:
Originally Posted by Chillidog
Welcome, and good luck in your search.
keeping reading and looking around the forum, and always feel free to ask any questions.
Have you traveled yet to any of the FSU countries? What sites are you currently using in your search?

I have tried a few of the sites like GLobal Ladies, R Brides, Anastasia, a few that have been talked about here, I always thought that there has to be an easier way to meet on-line beore I go to one of the FSU countries. I really want to go for New Years, but it all depends if one of my houses sells! The way the economy has been going lately - lol But that is another issue... I am an avid history buff, and that was my minor at college, with a major in English Lit, so I want to travel to my mother nad father's Birth Places as well...


Posted by: Chillidog

Quote:
Originally Posted by stevenjames
I have tried a few of the sites like GLobal Ladies, R Brides, Anastasia, a few that have been talked about here, I always thought that there has to be an easier way to meet on-line beore I go to one of the FSU countries. I really want to go for New Years, but it all depends if one of my houses sells! The way the economy has been going lately - lol But that is another issue... I am an avid history buff, and that was my minor at college, with a major in English Lit, so I want to travel to my mother nad father's Birth Places as well...

Where were your parents born, what country/ies? 1/2 of my ancestory comes from Poland, not exactly a CIS country but with close ties.

the consensus on web sites is:
A) find and use websites that you can exchange personal information freely (phone numbers, personal email address, postal address) this way you can determine the woman is real, but with this approach you have to always be on guard for scammers--basicly do not send any money (there are of course exceptions to any rule)
B) use free sites (reason no cost-to you to communicate)
C) if using a pay site, use those that allow you to send unlimited letters per month and allow you to contact unlimited woman, these usualy have a monthly fee.
D) if you communicate with a woman thru a website's letter forwarding system, make sure they again allow to freely exchange personal contact info, that letters/personal info is not censored

E) avoid Anastasia Web (I would also use caution with Global ladies, their practices are similar to Aweb), usually the woman on here can be found on other sites that are not "pay per letter" sites allow exchange of personal info and if you really find a woman on there that you MUST write, use their 3-way calling feature and get the woman's home phone number in this call and communicate with her outside of Aweb, their are too many "Hairy Boris's writing the letters on Aweb and the woman are not even aware of these letters.


Posted by: Raspberry

Quote:
Originally Posted by Brian2
SPb is great. Moscow is overpriced. :-)
Brian


Kiev is a bit overpriced, too. Not so much for the food and the shopping, but the places to stay.


Posted by: BO_4u2

Hi everyone!

My name is Bo I am from FL, I have been checking the forums, very good information, for the new and veterans. I flew last year to the Ukraine and meet the love of my dreams. If everything goes to plan, I am expecting her and her daughter, by the end of July. I hope I can help in the Forum, and learn from it.


Posted by: AkMike

Maybe a silly question but why are you flying the Panama flag when you are from Fla.?


Anyway welcome!


Posted by: BO_4u2

AkMike....Thank you. I was born in Panama, I live now in Fl. When I register in the in the RMP, one of the questions is what is your country automatically I responded Panama, good observation i will changed it around.


Posted by: AkMike

Quote:
Originally Posted by BO_4u2
AkMike....Thank you. I was born in Panama, I live now in Fl. When I register in the in the RMP, one of the questions is what is your country automatically I responded Panama, good observation i will changed it around.

I visited Panama back in the early 80's and I haven't seen that flag since then. I was curious..
Since I was mugged and stabbed in Colon I am not in a hurry to return either!
But I have heard that it's better now.
Good work on finding your lady! Where in Ukraine is she from/at?


Posted by: BO_4u2

Quote:
Originally Posted by AkMike
I visited Panama back in the early 80's and I haven't seen that flag since then. I was curious..
Since I was mugged and stabbed in Colon I am not in a hurry to return either!
But I have heard that it's better now.
Good work on finding your lady! Where in Ukraine is she from/at?


I am sorry to hear of your bad experience back in Panama, I hope you weren't hurt bad. My dad live back home, he tells me the crime is still the same, you pretty much have to know your way around, an keep away from the bad areas. As far as downtown Panama, it looks like Miami. Personally I have not been back in almost 20 years, but I plan to make a trip soon.
Did you were in the military, or was just visiting?
My Fiance is from Nikolaev, she is awaiting for her interview in the US embassy in Kiev in July the 2nd.


Posted by: sidney

My wife is from Nikolaev also.
Sid


Posted by: BO_4u2

Quote:
Originally Posted by sidney
My wife is from Nikolaev also.
Sid


That is great Sid, I love Nikolaev, nice town a lot of beautiful women


Posted by: AkMike

This spring we took some of my family from Fla. to Ukraine for 2 weeks.. Not too bad except for 1 cousin from Homestead. He'd never traveled abroad before so he wasn't acting very good some of the time.. (manners) He thought if he spoke louder they'd understand him.. LOL

My brother was in the Army in Pamama. My sis in law and I took the train across to Colon to watch the ships enter the canal. Nice park on the water, Sunday morning, bad luck. Luckily I wasn't hurt badly and sis wasn't hurt any.


Posted by: sidney

Nikolaev manufactures some sizeable ships. The local college has many courses catering to this industry. Unfortunately my wife's degree in shipbuilding doesn't have much demand in central PA.
Nikolaev does have it's charm. I agree that the women are great but then again I'm a little biased. It doesn't have as much to see or do like Kiev or even Odessa but still plenty to keep you busy. Some of my favorite places were the bowling alley, theatre and a few restaurants as well as the farmer market. For the small size of this city I'm a little surprised at how many individuals on this forum have been there.
Sid


Posted by: Raspberry

The ship "Nikolaev" oftens comes to the Greek port of Navplion, on the Peleponnese. Somewhere in the archives I have a picture of it docked in Navplion. In fact, I helped with some sailors find their way around. Needless to say, my cousin was a bit astounded that I knew some Russian and talking to these sailors.


Posted by: sidney

Small world isn't it.
We had some visitors from ukraine at the co I'm where I'm working. The funny thing was I knew more russian then they knew english.
Sid


Posted by: BO_4u2

My brother was in the Army in Pamama. My sis in law and I took the train across to Colon to watch the ships enter the canal. Nice park on the water, Sunday morning, bad luck. Luckily I wasn't hurt badly and sis wasn't hurt any.[/QUOTE]

That park sounds like is located by Gatun locks, I believe is the last point in the Atlantic side where you actually cross the locks by car except when they open the locks. Colon is kind of rough, but the duty free in colon you can find good deals in electronics, jewelry and name brands fashion,and there is always more security. I am glad, you made it okay, and your sister.


Posted by: AkMike

LOL, it was a long time ago and I learned a lesson.. Keep your eyes peeled always!
Other than that instance it was an interesting trip. I decided that the tropics aren't for me.. Too hot and sticky.. Give me snow and cold anytime! You can dress for cold but you can only strip down so far for the heat!


Posted by: BO_4u2

I was in Odessa for a few days, and yes is a much larger city and more things to do, I consider Nikolaev more like small town, country style, but charming, I did enjoy it very much.


Posted by: AkMike

Quote:
Originally Posted by BO_4u2
but charming, I did enjoy it very much.


I'll bet that had alot to do with the company you had more than anything!


Posted by: nocomfortzone

Quote:
Originally Posted by BO_4u2
I was in Odessa for a few days, and yes is a much larger city and more things to do, I consider Nikolaev more like small town, country style, but charming, I did enjoy it very much.


I spent time in both these cities. Nikolaev I was meeting girl there that I knew. She did actually call it a "town" in first few times I talked with her but also said it was population of 500,000 so that is a bit bigger than a town...lol

but having been there now it did seem more like a rural city of maybe 40 to 50,000 than a proper city centre so to speak. I think the "region" or "oblast" maybe was the 500,000 she was reffering to.

Odessa itself is a reasonable size port city though. I think it has over a million people


Posted by: Chrismc

Quote:
Originally Posted by BO_4u2
I was in Odessa for a few days, and yes is a much larger city and more things to do, I consider Nikolaev more like small town, country style, but charming, I did enjoy it very much.


IF IT HELPS:-

Nikolaev Oblast population 1,250,000
Nikolaev the City population 550,000

Odessa City population 1,027,000


Posted by: BO_4u2

Quote:
Originally Posted by AkMike
I'll bet that had alot to do with the company you had more than anything!


AkMike you most have some psychic powers.


Posted by: AkMike

Quote:
Originally Posted by BO_4u2
AkMike you most have some psychic powers.



LMAO, Alot of us have "been there done that" with different cities and ladies!
You're not the first to travel this path!


Posted by: mistermopar

Wow,I not on for a few days and we have a lot of new faces here.

Welcome to the RMP!

Randy


Posted by: BO_4u2

Thank you Randy.

BO


Posted by: Justjohn

Quote:
Originally Posted by AkMike
LMAO, Alot of us have "been there done that" with different cities and ladies!
You're not the first to travel this path!



and i am sure he won't be the last
welcome to RMP
John


Posted by: BO_4u2

Thanks John.

Bo.


Posted by: wellRead

Not clear if i should post here or start a new thread?


Posted by: GoingToRussia

Welcome WellRead!

You have to make 3 posts in the new member thread before you can start a thread or post elsewhere. Tell us a little about yourself and why you joined the Russina Meeting Place (RMP).


Posted by: wellRead

Not clear if i should post here or start a new thread?


Posted by: GoingToRussia

Quote:
Originally Posted by wellRead
Not clear if i should post here or start a new thread?

You have 4 posts now so you can start a new thread, which is what I would recommend.


Posted by: voevoda

I think I got 4 posts now too, but unable to create new threads


Posted by: TKT

Like Raptor9 I would like to say that Aweb has its justification. I used other sites for two years with some success, but then turned to Aweb three years ago.
With Aweb you can get into contact with women who has limited English and/or Internet skills. Sure, the main office as well as the local agencies use dubious methods in order to increase profit. But you just have to be selective in the letters you chose to read and respond to.
April this year I met a wonderful non English speaking girl from a smal town in Ukraine. We still correspond using Aweb although we have spoken on the phone (using an interpreter provided by Aweb), exchanged addresses AND met in person. It's simply easier and faster that way because we have very good translation services in the local agency.
Whenever we want to exchange documents (she is applying for VISA as she is going to visit me in August) we exchange e-mails using the e-mail box of a friend of hers.

So don't walk away from Aweb - you will be leaving out a lot of wonderful women, who use Aweb as their sole internet dating source - simply because their local marriage agency accidently chose to hook up with Aweb.


Posted by: TKT

For some reason new members can only post in this thread of the new members forum - hence the strange placement of my defence for the Anastasia web dating site. Perhaps the moderator can move my reply to the correct location?


Posted by: TKT

All I really wanted was to participate in the discussion in the Danish section of this site. I hope I am free to do so now.


Posted by: max_1

Hi TKT

Of coz you can post on Danish part They will be glad to help you.

Looking forward to help you


Posted by: Jack09

Regarding the post TKT has made about Anastasia.

Good women DO sign-up on bad agencies. The trick here is getting direct contact information to be able to correspond with these good women.


Posted by: GoingToRussia

Quote:
Originally Posted by Jack09
Regarding the post TKT has made about Anastasia.

Good women DO sign-up on bad agencies. The trick here is getting direct contact information to be able to correspond with these good women.

Welcome to the forum jack.

You are correct, all dating sites have their good and bad girls. It seems that Anastasia has more bad then good and the price is on the high side. Yes it is best to get contact information as soon as possible.


Posted by: darrenis

hi,

i'm a Singaporean, visiting russia in august, i would like to post a new thread but i am unable to do so in many different pages as its says that i do not have enough rights to do so,

could you kindy advise?

thanks

darren


Posted by: darrenis

Hi,

My name is Darren and i'm a Singaporean,

i'm a used car dealer in singapore, i'm visiting Russia to do some business.
the cities i'm visiting is Moscow, Krasnodar, Novorossisk, Novsibirsk, and finally vladivostok,

the purpose why i wish to join this community is to get to know more russians and also to find out more abt the cities that i'll be visiting, there's going to be a communication gap between me and them, so i hope to find out some information about translators.

i have 3 posts now, i wonder how many more must i have before i can post in specific topics. please advise.
thank you very much

best regards,
Darren


Posted by: Moonangel

Welcome daren...

Hý Russia

Im from Turkey..


Nice to meet all


Posted by: GoingToRussia

Darrenis you need 3 posts to start your own thread.

Hello MoonAngel!

Welcome to the forum guys!


Posted by: Moonangel

Thanks mister


Posted by: Augustus

Hello everyone - sorry for the duplication as I have posted this in another new members thread, but am keen to get in contact with as many people on the forum as possible.

I have just joined this website and am looking forward to sharing thoughts, commentary, questions and ideas with all of you.

My name is Augustus, I am 32 years old and divide my time between London and the Kent/Sussex border where I have just moved house.

My connection to this website is that my wife of three years, Marisa, is originally from Moscow.

My story so far...

I met Marisa four years ago in the Seychelles. I was working out there and she visited the islands on holiday.

We first saw each other on a white sand beach outside a hotel on a blisteringly hot Sunday afternoon. I wasn't even supposed to be there, I was supposed to be on a different island on a surfing trip with friends but cancelled in the last minute.

I still get the same butterflies in my stomach when I remember the first time I saw her, she was a vision in a bikini. Probably the most beautiful girl I had ever seen.

I couldn't keep my eyes off her and we kept catching each other looking over, which became almost comical.

However, I never plucked up the courage to speak to her and eventually had to leave to pick up my friends from the boat terminal.

But for the next two days I could not stop thinking about the girl at the beach.

Then, as fate would have it, I returned to the hotel two nights later to do some photography for a conference that my company was holding.

It was on a huge open air terrace. Half way through, I heard behind me the distinct clacking of high heels. I turned to see the girl on the beach. We clocked each other and then she calmly sat down and began to read her book.

It felt like a steam train had entered my chest, my heart was pounding that hard. I knew I had to do something.

I approached her and simply said "Is it a good book?"
She politely replied that she spoke very little English to which I replied:
"That's OK - I'll teach you!"

We met for drinks the following night and it was love from that moment on. Normally it took me months to fall for someone and here it took a matter of minutes. And we didn't even speak the same language!

We then spent 10 fabulous days together. Two weeks later I visited her in Moscow where our infatuation and love for each other doubled each day.

A month later I went back to see her in Moscow and then we planned to spend Christmas and New Year in Sweden, where she could meet my mother.

Disaster then struck. After planning the whole 10 day trip, with hotels and itineraries, Marisa's travel agent made grave errors on her visa application and she was refused a visa to Sweden.
I had already landed there, having made a two day trip from the Seychelles and the day I was waiting at an airport hotel for her to arrive, she was telling me that the visa had been denied and she was unable to travel.
I called the Swedish consulate in Moscow but nobody was there as everyone had left for the Christmas holidays. I tried one last time and managed to get hold of the consulate herself, who had only returned to the office for ten minutes to pick up something as she had missed her flight back to Sweden that day. I explained our predicament and she asked Marisa to return to the consulate immediately. She then personally gave Marisa her visa. It was serendipity!

A few days later I proposed and the following month Marisa joined me in the Seychelles. We married later that year on the most beautiful beach in the world.

We were happy in the Seychelles, but when Marisa became pregnant we decided to head back to England to build our family's future.

Our daughter, Tanya, was born in Oxford. She is now two years old and the most beautiful Runglish girl in the world.

Life in the UK hasn't been easy, especially on one income as Marisa has been adament about enjoying being a full time mother (otherwise what's the point of having children?) but Tanya has really benefited. She is so developed and clever. She starts nursery in September and then Marisa will start work.

We'd love to hear from any other Runglish couples, all my friends are still single lads playing the field and Marisa has not met anyone she has gelled with. Apparently English girls are very wary of Russian girls.

As I mentioned I'm 32, Marisa is 27 and Tanya is 2. I work in London and commute every week day, we just moved out from London to the gorgeous countryside in Kent.

All the best
Augustus


Posted by: sidney

Thanks for sharing. You never know where or when you'll meet your other half.
Sid


Posted by: Augustus

fortune favours the brave!


Posted by: freebird

Quote:
Originally Posted by Augustus

We'd love to hear from any other Runglish couples, all my friends are still single lads playing the field and Marisa has not met anyone she has gelled with. Apparently English girls are very wary of Russian girls.


All the best
Augustus


Very interesting story! Welcome!


Posted by: msmoby_ru

Quote:
Originally Posted by Augustus
fortune favours the brave!


Hi Augustus,

just noticed your pos