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In the USA, call us toll free at
1-800-553-9034 In the USA call in New York +1-718-619-8141 In the USA call in LA +1-213-784-1023 In Australia call in Sydney +61-02-8011-3021 In Russia call us at +7-812-570-6342 In the UK call in London +44 020 8816 7270  In the UK: +44 020 7871 5038  In Finland:+358 9 231 64634  In Sweden: +46 8 559 21 089  In Denmark: +45 36 95 37 78
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I just wanted to say thank you so very much for helping plan our trip to Russia. Everyone at your office and the mini-van drivers (Alexander and Victor) more ...
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St. Petersburg hotels can accommodate groups of tourists or business delegations coming to St. Petersburg.Whether staying at a vacation apartment in St. Petersburg or at a St. Petersburg hotel, we will do our best to make your time as memorable as possible.MoneyRussians use roubles, a currency that is virtually unconvertible outside of Russia. Currently, the rouble dollar exchange rate is approximately 26 roubles to the USD and 33 roubles to the EURO. In most Russian cities, it is quite easy to exchange hard currency for roubles. Visitors can use practically all banks or exchange posts. Be aware that rates can differ substantially - this is especially important if you plan to exchange large sums of money. You wouldn't want to lose $3 for every $100 exchanged due to a poor rate would you? So, check around. Usually exchange points in airports, train stations and hotels will give visitors the worst rates. If you desperately need roubles on arrival, just change enough to pay for the transportation to your hotel or use an ATM machine. The best exchange places are the ones most heavily used. Also, be aware that some exchange rates may charge up to a 25 rouble transaction fee for every exchange. Ask the advice of your tour guide or hotel concierge about where they think you can get the best rate. ►Black MarketThere is absolutely no reason to exchange money with black marketers. While in Soviet times, the young guys that hung around the exchange booths could give you an excellent, black market rate - much higher than the official rate, today, there is NO black market and it is always much better and safer to exchange at an official exchange shop or bank. Also, dealing with blackmarketeers can be dangerous - you can easily end up losing your money. So, our persistent advice is not to deal with the strangers, and go directly to the exchange office and be careful. ►ATM MachinesATMS, called bankomats in Russia, are becoming more and more popular here as more Russians receive debit and credit cards. As anywhere in the world, the ATM owner will take a commission, usually equal to $3 for each transaction, therefore, it is best to take out larger amounts all at one time rather than always pay the $3. The exchange rates at ATMs are usually quite good - it is the commissions that you have to worry about. It is best to use ATM machines inside of banks or hotels vs. ones that are just on the street. This is because there have been a number of scams involving PIN number theft from street ATMs. ►Traveler's ChecksBanks in major hotels in St. Petersburg and St. Petersburg and the main branches of the largest Russian banks will accept traveler's checks - however only the most popular brands (American Express, Cook, etc.). Traveler's checks are ok, but it is best to bring some cash, and for additional funds use a bank card to get money from an ATM machine. Communication Booking a discount St. Petersburg hotel is easy. Just browse our listings of three, four and five star hotels in St. Petersburg, click and choose. Luxury hotels in St. Petersburg are also available from our site. St. Petersburg Hotels has negotiated rates at most St. Petersburg luxury hotels. | ||||||||
