Customer Reviews

Lonely Planet Russia, Ukraine and Belarus (Lonely Planet Travel Survival Kit)

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I'm an American living in Russia and travel extensively here because of my job. Despite wild currency changes and other idiosyncracies of this country, this book is amazingly accurate almost all of the time. Although it is short on photos, it is long history and practical advice. Don't come here without it -- especially if you're an independent traveller.

I live in Moscow. Not long ago I wanted to drive to Suzdal to see the churches and monasteries there. I borrowed this book from a friend and found it so helpful (open on the front seat of the car the whole trip) that I decided to buy it myself! It tells you where to go and how to get there. Provides addresses and phone numbers as well as operating hours where available. Bottom line is it's info you can actually use. This one is a must, whether you live here or are just visiting.

I'm glad this book is not sold anymore! When my mother-in-law (a NZer) read it and then came with us to visit Kiev, Lviv, Moscow and some small and mid-sized cities and towns, she said she read your book, but LUCKILY didn't find it to be true!!!

I think the author of the book needs to visit Ukraine and Russia soonish and re-write the book, or get some treatment for..., racism, cold war and a shield from what the media brings to your TV screens (everyone knows that only bad news and breakthroughs make news), so please use your brains!

I read the book after my mother-in-law's remarks and was sick in my stomach, for quite a while.

First of all I have not travelled to Russia yet, however Ihave read the book and I have found that provides a comprehensive and very helpful guide for independent travellers.

step-by-step instructrions and helpful tips are included. Its also interesting to be read just to know Russian History.

Raul Rodriguez

I lived in Russia for a year and traveled extensively in European Russia and Siberia and this book never failed me. Although prices fluctuated, everything else was absolutely accurate and very thoroughly researched. The writers went to enormous lengths to write what is hands-down the best travel guide to Russia. The new edition is due out this April. Mine is already on order.

I found this book fascinating. It was great the way the writer bought into consideration the fact that no-one wants to travel to the places in question. When reading this book be sure to enquire at your local travel agent for any misconseptions. great book. 5 star

This book offers an interesting range of facts from russia, ukrane and belarus. The only problem is nobody in the Western World wants to go to any of these places as a result of the cold war. So that is why I give this book 1 star.