On my last overseas assignment, I was posted in Tatarstan, and also spent a few weeks in Moscow. Prior to leaving Russia, Carmel joined me for a few days in Moscow. We then took the night train to St. Petersburg where we had the services of a local tour guide for a few days. We enjoyed Russia very much. The people are warm and friendly and want to share their great country with Americans. I encourage everyone who can to visit those two cities in Russia. It's expensive, but well worth it. You'll never be sorry.