Life in Moscow FAQ: An American in Russia in 2023

The U.S. State Department has issued a new warning to Americans to leave Russia immediately-so, naturally, I'm here answering your questions about what it's like to be an American living in Russia right now...
00:00 - Time for Questions
00:17 - State Dept. Warning
01:58 - Travel To/From Russia
03:34 - Can You Survive Without Speaking Russian?
04:48 - How Are You Treated as An American?
06:13 - Renting in Moscow
09:00 - Delivery Options
09:41 - Grocery Shopping
12:33 - Transportation
13:06 - Weather
15:11 - Money, Money, Money
17:29 - What About Crypto?
19:06 - Crime/Safety
20:40 - Cultural Differences
21:34 - What Do Friends/Family Think?
22:09 - The Biggest Challenge?
23:49 - What Do You Wish The World Knew About Russia?
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[@RachelBlevins]

Hey y'all, I'm not in Moscow anymore, but I really appreciate all of your comments and the fact that you still keep up with my videos from my time in Russia! It was an incredible year, and I'm now back to being based in Texas, closer to family. Here's the link to my latest life update: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o37VY56Pn7xpjJY Support my work: www.patreon.com/rachelblevins

[@AmericanBusinessman422]

Who was the realtor company/person you worked with? I'd like to contact them!

[@Wild-Siberia]

Im an America United States Marine Corps Veteran of the Afghanistan War, I have lived in Siberia for the last year. I will not leave Russia. They have made this plea for Americans to leave for over a year already so nothing has happened. 🇺🇸❤🇷🇺 There is plenty of us Americans in Russia! Getting in and out of Russia is not a problem 😅

[@ourcrew7731]

Great, let's build a community American Russians 😅. Similar to what Russians in America have in NYC, Brighton Beach

[@Wild-Siberia]

@@ourcrew7731 I plan on doing something between myself and other Americans here in the Siberian oblast of Irkutsk

[@Anton-777]

🇷🇺🤝🇺🇸 Greetings from Russia, Western Siberia.

[@theredmenace6428]

Trump LOST 🤣 LOSER

[@-Egor-]

@@theredmenace6428 Slava cocainee.

[@Sirindilable]

US dept: All Americans in Russia - return immediately! E.Snowden: Nice try!

[@user-np1wb7mc2k]

Haha lol

[@oniecchi]

🤣🤣🤣

[@PT-rg2vo]

😂😂

[@nansyraccoon7095]

Good one ))

[@serp_molot11]

👏😂

[@cicacka]

I live in Moscow and feel incredibly safe here. One time i got really really drunk and got lost and a lot of people came to help, even thou it was my fault 🙈 they even paid for my taxi home, i wasnt robbed or anything, love people here❤️

[@dmitriy7658]

😂

[@elkau.]

Oh, I did the same for one football fan od Manchester united in 2008. He got lost and was drunk. He hadn't money on his phone, my English was really bad. But I was so worried about him. I helped him to get to train in airport

[@cicacka]

@@elkau. Thats awesome) i hope he will remember that😂

[@user-ey7iq3ou9d]

Back in 2012, in a club in Perm, resting with a company of about 10 people for the new year, we met a young man from Britain. He absolutely did not speak Russian, but we liked him as a person and we invited him to continue celebrating the new year at our apartment. We were surprised when he agreed to go with strangers to continue having fun. On the afternoon of January 1, he told us that it was his best New year.

[@user-bf5rk7ty6q]

Вам сказочно повезло. Один американец (блогер) проводил опыт: нечаянно ронял из кармана деньги и вы не поверите, все , кто видел, что он терял деньги, говорили ему, чтобы он поднял деньги. Такие съемки он проводил и на улице и в кафе. Американец был в шоке от того, насколько порядочны россияне. )

[@vigneshwarvenkatesan4167]

I'm from India. Thanks for the video. I studied medicine in Russia for 6 years. These are the words I would use in my opinion (similar to how you expressed it in the video). I met & interacted with a lot of people in Russia. Grandma's & grandpa's in Russia are very kind hearted and generous people. This is one example I would like to mention. I stayed in the dormitory for the first few years of my undergraduate studies. There is a laundry service where one of the granny's works. She used to bring food for me sometimes because I looked lean. She used to give handwritten postcards during festival days. She gave me chocolate & a written postcard for my birthday. In my senior years, I moved into an apartment. Even though I hadn't seen her for a year, when it was my birthday, she sent me a lovely birthday card with chocolate (she passed it on to the hostel warden to give to me). Russians are hard-working people. Russians love their work & respect it & they do it with perfection. We can learn a lot from Russia (as humans). Sadly politics & the media made Russia look the way it does now. By the way, aside from politics, Russia is great. We should accept it.

[@Andreus9733]

Thank you for your kind words. I really wish more foreign people would visit and see that we are not monsters like media portray us and what polititians try to make us to be

[@jiharus]

Hi! Have you studied medicine in Tver? I'm from Tver, and we have a lot of medicine students here. Thank you for your kind words and greetings from Tver, Russia!

[@johnklassen9844]

You got it right!!!

[@vigneshwarvenkatesan4167]

​@@jiharus I studied in Nizhny Novgorod (2013-2019 batch)

[@ksl3955]

As a Russian, I must say that it was the current policy that made it possible for all your pluses to be present. I'm glad you have such wonderful memories🤍

[@randysiler7458]

I’m American and grew up during the Cold War. There are a few families I follow on YT that live in Russia. Good people. Unfortunately the administration in Washington hates Russia. It’s a shame. God Bless the Russian people!

[@1966Gleb]

👍👍🤝🤝

[@laraparshina9703]

Спасибо, мы рады общаться с добрыми людьми:) Привет из Санкт-Петербурга 🤗😍

[@bobhenry9163]

Bullshit! lol. Nobody hates the Russian people! lol. Anybody, out there, who might claim to, just like anybody who claims to hate the citizenry of any country, is clearly simple-minded. The only thing that anybody, of any sense, has a problem with, regarding Russia, is the twisted policies set, pushed, and enforced by Vladimir Putin's administration.

[@ctdivr9636]

Господи, Благослави все народы земли♥️

[@andresxhs752]

All and each american administration hated and wanted to destroy Russia.

[@jeremy7877]

As a Canadian in today’s world I would still want to still live in Russia, I have always wanted to live there. Long before everything started. Russia’s not what the media tells you. 🇨🇦🇷🇺

[@total8748]

Добро пожаловать Джереми!

[@notfojgb]

As a Canadian Why do you want to live in Russia in today's world?

[@jeremy7877]

@@notfojgb Just following my dreams

[@CricothyroidDonghin]

@@notfojgb which the problem? You doll by BBC? Ye? So, how many west propaganda do u watching?

[@notfojgb]

@@CricothyroidDonghin Man , stop it lol it was just a question . I'm curious to know why some people want to move to Russia from Canada. Unfortunately, you're wrong because I have been living in Russia all my life and I'm supposed to watch a Russian propaganda

[@shvetsov710]

Мне, как орку, живущему в сердце Мордора, приятно было послушать эту девушку 😊

[@northwesternroots2054]

Самокритично

[@CyberDen1981]

Приятно, когда наш мордор посещают такие красивые эльфийки. 😅

[@user-nb2pw5nq7s]

@@CyberDen1981 оригинально😂

[@vov4ik89]

Почему Мордор, а не Оргриммар? 😁

[@user-hc6cw8gh3z]

😂

[@mariadagloriateixeirarodri6444]

I love Russia, and specially Moscow ! If you had lived in Moscow during five years, leaving every day from 9 am to 5 pm, you still wouldn't have had time to get to know all the good things this wonderful city has to offer. Russia is ancient, has a vast culture, history, literature, theater, cinema, dance - all of the highest quality - the cream of the cream (la crème de la crème)... and besides, the city of Moscow has forty percent of green areas. I've been to Russia seven times, I speak some Russian and study Russian regularly (in addition to speaking other languages such as Portuguese, English, French, Spanish, Italian and a little German), I travel a lot around the world, so I can assure you that Russia is really an amazing country, as well as the Russian people - a people who have a welcoming soul...

[@claesanders5184]

I can fully agree with you Rachel! Been to Russia 6 times the last year to different places. People are so friendly, kind an helpful. And compare to other countries in the world Russia is safe. I love it and will move there with a pleasure. 🇷🇺🇸🇪🇷🇺

[@user-vd7bc7jq7j]

You are always welcome

[@user-cx1bj1pu9w]

Хорошим людям всегда рады. ❤️❤️❤️

[@claesanders5184]

@@user-cx1bj1pu9w Спасибо 🙏🏻♥️

[@user-oh7sx8qr4t]

There is a YT channel "EXPAT American" who lives in Moscow, and he showed a video "Look, I'm walking under the bridge. At night! Alone! It's incredible!". Locals in the comments "What do you mean?" 😂

[@MickeyMishra]

Like a lot of places? GOod People. Bad Management. Its been my take for most things. 🙂

[@chadbrewer6701]

I have to say, I was treated better in Russia than back home. I felt homesick for weeks after being back home. I can't wait to go back

[@ifif7280]

Same happened to my American husband he hated the return back to the states, he was shocked with the culture, the way people are dressed, how they behave, how clean cities were...years later now he still always talks about it, especially when he goes to any big cities, subways...the list is long

[@chadbrewer6701]

@@ifif7280 I'd say that describes my experience as well 😅 The US you see on TV is not based on reality. I kind of had fun shocking Russians with American horror stories haha. And I get it. I had certain ideas about what New York City would be like from news and TV shows. When I got there it was smelly, with garbage piled as high as 3 people at night for trucks to pick up just stacked on the streets in no containers. The subways, while the best in the US, are falling apart, neglected and look apocalyptic at some stations. I grew up in the country so I thought I was going to see "civilization" when I went to work there haha. I knew a bit about Russian history and that was my main reason for visiting plus the plane ticket was cheaper than Europe and I could finally afford a vacation. I didn't really know much about modern Russia so I'd assume I'd find the same crap I hated here but was pleasantly surprised.

[@ifif7280]

@@chadbrewer6701 haha so true, funny you said how other can perceive US from the movies and shows....in Russia someone wrote a book called One Story High America, which was a shock from the name because based on movies you would think USA is all skyscrapers

[@STP-bc5cy]

Go back and quit your whining.

[@annershova7766]

Welcome back 😊🙏❤️

[@hanamanova5514]

Enjoyed your video. I am foreigner in Russia and 100% agree with you. Actually, enjoyed Moscow way more than big cities in the US. People are genuinely good, nice and friendly. Wishing you success in Russia and take care.

[@jeremyfoss505]

Thank you Rachel. I'm from Minnesota. We have a similar cold, gray climate as Russia does, in the winter. People from Minnesota are know as "Minnesota nice", and I think I would be welcomed openly in Russia. I have friends I have met through video games online that are from Russia. They were SUPER excited, even back then, when I could only say a few words in Russian. It caught their attention immediately, and they put in great effort to be my friend and they were excited to practice their English and to learn more from me. This gave me more hope to visiting Russia in the future. It has been a dream of mine for a long time. I have been learning Russian as a hobby, that will help me in my future travels. I hope to fit in well there, someday. :)

[@cymbalrush8794]

What are those words? Lemme guess.. Suka blyad? 😂

[@jeremyfoss505]

@@cymbalrush8794 Nahhh. I know a little, to get me by. Pretty basic stuff though.

[@bravstat7542]

Спасибо тебе, Джереми, за то, что вы принимаете мир таким, какой он есть, а не верите навязываемым политиками штампам! Спасибо за веру в то, что настоящие русские не желают никому в мире зла, а стремятся к истинной справедливости, к правде, к взаимности! Welcome to Russia! P.S. And don't pay attention to stupid people like "Cymbal Rush" who think they have a sense of humor.

[@jenyatungus6130]

​​@@cymbalrush8794 Как говорила мне репетитор по испанскому: "Непременно, в первую очередь, надо выучить матерные выражения, чтобы ты не улыбался как дебил, когда тебя посылают нах@й"))))))

[@cymbalrush8794]

@@jenyatungus6130 безусловно, это основа бытовой коммуникации😂

[@paulsidaway4014]

I'm English and my wife is Russian. Homes in England and Krasnagorsk, Moscow. I prefer Russia. People are friendlier . I've a great Russian family . I see myself long term as living in Russia. I'll eventually apply for permanent residency and citizenship

[@user-oj4mv4pq7o]

Hello! Im think i know You))

[@melhiott7977]

wow, i dream about moving to the uk 😅

[@Tan7chan]

We are almost neighbours (in Krasnogorsk 😉). It's nice place to live.

[@paulsidaway4014]

@@Tan7chan Spasskaya Street, Krasnagorsk.

[@Tan7chan]

@@paulsidaway4014 Zavodskaia street)

[@liteupcandle1]

I am Chinese, it is very easy now for us to go traveling in Russia, lots of Russian tiktokers welcoming us to go and speak with perfect chinese, so expect to see lot of Chinese tourists in the near future!

[@-Egor-]

Also you can expect lot of tourists from Russia to China the near future. Greetings from Russia:)

[@stanspb763]

China is another country that the government and media in the US lie about every day. I have been in 92 countries and almost nothing Americans are told about any of them is true. I love China but my heart is in Russia. It is amazing to see the most modern cleanest cities on earth in China it is very good for the peace of the world and quality of life all over the world with the trade and great bond between these countries and BRICS, SCO, and BRI. It is a new multipolar world now. I have been to China every 5-6 years and it is amazing how far it progresses in each of those 5-year spans. The collective east is the future of the world as Europe and US decline. China is bringing the rest of the world with it as it becomes wealthier and more innovative and productive, more than any country in history.

[@vladm5920]

Russians have a lot of respect for Chinese people and culture. I’m glad we share our border with you :)

[@melissalisaandrean6803]

​@@elianamckee Taipei is basicly China before the cultural revolution. You will be shocked at how different Taiwanese are than the mainland Chinese.

[@ii-wv4cs]

China should triple its investments into an army because Japan will be used against China, the militarization of Japan is underway.

[@catzclawmusic3033]

мы, русские, любим хороших людей. Мы добрые люди, нам не важно, откуда ты, кто ты, твоя культура и национальность не важна. если ты хороший человек - ты обретешь счастье здесь. Счастья тебе, милая девушка.

[@nevsky7487]

да, только азиатские мигранты подза е бли

[@1966Gleb]

@@nevsky7487 чтобы не приезжали гастарбайтеры,надо россиянам работать на их местах, а оные не очень рвутся в курьеры, строители, водители, уборщики и тд. Так что Россию поднимают пока вами ненавистные "мигранты".

[@Nicole-cf3kj]

@@1966Gleb курьеров русских стало больше, что не может не радовать

[@NurlanBaitassov]

@@nevsky7487 а нас заебали русские живущие в Казахстане :), так что давай без теории о чистоте нации

[@solodupuno6122]

​@@1966Gleb вы видимо не совсем понимаете, почему русские там не работают. Потому, что работодателю проще заплатить двоим приезжим, чем одному русскому. А для приезжих это большие деньги на родине. Зарплата равноценна.

[@tracytomlinson3409]

A diplomat who spent years in Moscow told me how wonderful the Russian people were. When I was in Europe in the mid 70s he asked me to visit but was unable due to my work. It's refreshing to hear good things from an American living in Russia. I've have considered living abroad, especially in light of America's political and social decline.

[@alexsol3517]

Россия в будущем станет "Ноевым Ковчегом", все здравые люди Мира найдут спасение в России.

[@LyricalSteeler]

I've traveled a lot in Russia and I agree that they are very nice and hospitable. Will go back there one day, i miss it a lot.

[@userq5jslbl72zov]

Спасибо за тёплые слова о русских, Рэйчел! Рады видеть тебя. This is important for us.👏

[@WRXMSK]

Let me clarify. We, Russians, don't require others saying kind words about us. We need only the truth.

[@vitobellini4592]

@@WRXMSK And yet speaking the truth is exactly what this bright and beautiful young lady does, Mr. Whoever - I'd rather be flattered and cajoled if I were you.

[@Zak_McKracken81]

And greetings from Germany. Only our government has gone completely crazy. I like the Russians and I think we are pretty similar to them. And many Germans like the russian people.🇩🇪🇷🇺 You should never listen to the tv propaganda

[@mth4849]

@@WRXMSK You don't have to worry about receiving kind words from most of the world. Nor will you receive the truth from yours.

[@pistolwhip.4167]

I am American and love Russia. My government sold me out long time ago I want to come to Russia for better life

[@amanyadav7526]

Greetings from India. We Indians Stand With Russia 🇷🇺 Glory to Motherland Russia 🇷🇺

[@Valentin_I]

We Russians love India very much since Soviet times 🇷🇺 ❤🇮🇳

[@alekschibich9825]

❤️

[@guidomuller5748]

The West stays with Pakistan, good look with RuZZia... 🤣😂🤣

[@naryu4352]

Thank you for your kind words. The older generation grew up on your Indian films. Every second woman over the age of 40 knows Mithun Chakraborty. All the best to India, prosperity and success.

[@Burborted]

Thank you for this words. We, Russians, shouldn't forget we're not alone.

[@tasnorilsk]

It doesn't matter what nationality you are. The main thing is to be and remain The Human. I am from Russia and I am Russian. And it doesn't matter to me if American, Ethiopian, Ukrainian, Canadian, Polish or British. It says absolutely nothing about the person. And even more so, good or bad. Never judge a person by his nationality and even more so by stereotypes.

[@danwalsh6099]

Great information. I have lived in Vladivostok for almost 3 years now and agree 100% with your experiences. I have found that the government agencies I had interaction with were all caring and treated me with respect. It was a happy day for me when I received my permanent residence status. Thanks for your video.

[@1966Gleb]

Поздравляю со статусом постоянного жительства в России)

[@yandex9188]

@@1966Gleb че поздравлять, человек обрек себя не вечные страдания

[@yastyman]

@@yandex9188 в мечтах зал упоголовых ))

[@user-sw2ho6hj9y]

@@yandex9188 не захлебнись в своих слюнях.

[@alekschibich9825]

❤️

[@RU_Aleks]

huge + in Yandex technologies, these are translators that are built into the Yandex browser, that is, I listen to this video completely in Russian. In a very understandable phonetics, 100% preservation of the meaning of the text. There are female and male voices, even some emotional moments are observed. this translator allows you to translate into Russian voice acting from 6 languages, and these languages are replenished. currently English, Italian, Spanish, German, French, and the most recent addition was Chinese. This is an amazing quality. Чуваки из России я думаю вы со мной согласитесь по поводу качества )) ну охеренное же ))

[@arisu_k8132]

Да, активно пользуюсь этой функцией, потому что она ооочень полезна. Доступность контента увеличивается в разы

[@1966Gleb]

да,реально классная опция.Да вощпе у нас Яндекс рулит и не только он)

[@VHSKacceta]

@@1966Gleb Хотя и есть за ним грешки в монопольном плане

[@jeannebagina]

Да, так же смотрю это видео)

[@yastyman]

У них также замечательная карта, поиск по картинкам часто рвёт гугл как Тузик грелку, справочник по любым местам, почта неплохая, такси отличное.

[@torguyvision2853]

I've been to Moscow many times yearly years. Beautiful Russia with beautiful people, also great information video! Thank you so much for this video! Greetings from Canada

[@Gone_Rogue300]

Im an American, and i have nothing but luv for the Russian people. In the end all we all want is peace and unity. All we want to so is enjoy each others countries and live free.

[@justjordiano]

This video made me miss Moscow. It’s nice to hear you’re doing alright over there. I’m a Brit who studied Russian and lived in Moscow until last year, maybe I’ll return someday.

[@user-sw2ho6hj9y]

Очканул? Если жил в РФ, то поймёшь.

[@sergeyshaolin-g9792]

@@user-sw2ho6hj9y может быть просто компания в которой человек работал ушла из России

[@syncacct8576]

I miss Moscow too. I am a Finn and I used to work in Moscow several years ago. Я очень любю Москву, и иногда бывал в Питере, когда работал поезд Аллегро. Сейчас это сложно.

[@margarita_frank]

@@user-sw2ho6hj9y фи, как грубо.

[@FluorescentElf]

@@user-sw2ho6hj9y глубинный русский добрался до ютуба

[@roshanmashoor766]

I’m very fascinated by Russian history and its culture. I’m really planning a family holiday. God Bless Russia 🇷🇺

[@1966Gleb]

Добро пожаловать! Мы любим гостей)

[@pretol1]

You should be fascinated. Most of "ruscist history" is made up, and the rest is stolen from the cultures they've murdered and russified the survivors.

[@yastyman]

I recommend in the second half of spring or summer =)

[@ALEHNO]

Приезжайте в мае-сентябре. Когда тепло))

[@games4us132]

​@@ALEHNO смотря куда, во Владивосток можно до ноября-декабря. В октябре там ещё хорошая погода.👍🏻

[@aectannko]

As a Russian citizen I much appreciated your effort. It’s nice to see that still there’re people from foreign countries who has courage to make their own opinion

[@Wild-Siberia]

🇺🇸❤🇷🇺 My last video talks exactly this point hello from Siberian Russia 🙏🏻

[@chihuahua-nc5kj4rm2j]

Люди должны свободно перемещаться между странами дружить и общаться между собой. Людям всех стран добра,семейного счастья и мирного неба. Спасибо за добрые слова о моей стране.

[@Aleksa_Lomako]

🤬🇷🇺🤬

[@amamam420]

Hey Rachel love the channel I am an Australian in Moscow. My girlfriend is Russian and her family live here and we are visiting them for a month. No issues with flights as we live in Thailand and there are direct flights everyday, no issues at customs, everyone is super nice and I love being here I don’t feel threatened at all this place is awesome.

[@theredmenace6428]

All wumao out of Australia 🇦🇺 NOW

[@SvetlanaVoikova]

a whole family of Australian farmers came and lives here in Siberia, and they are very happy!

[@alanmcmaster7243]

@@SvetlanaVoikova wow seriously?? That is incredible I want to visit them! Why did they move? Do they speak Russian?

[@SvetlanaVoikova]

@@alanmcmaster7243 youtube.com/@RussiaGuy?si=EnSIkaIECMiOmarE here is their KZbin channel, where you will learn everything about this family and maybe contact them.. 🙂they still live in my city of Novosibirsk, but later they want to buy land in Altai, also Siberia, to build their farm.

[@serezhkamorozov1809]

@@alanmcmaster7243 RussianHomesteadGirl chanell in youtube, maybe there is more

[@earlrasmussen4487]

Excellent summary of "An American in Russia"!! Thank you so much! I will admit Moscow is one of my favorite cities and so true about the Russian people, they are just so nice and welcoming! Outstanding Rachel, thank you again for your real life perspective!

[@RachelBlevins]

Thank you very much!! I appreciate the kind words 😊

[@user-zd2ml4hv2y]

Welcome to Russia my friend. ❤

[@dmitryrus4184]

​@@user-zd2ml4hv2y Huyassia, my huyend... Moscow ain't Russia.

[@alya_0808]

@@dmitryrus4184 как некрасиво.. стыдно за таких сограждан

[@LiER911]

А почему у этой милой девочки, говорящей правду, так мало просмотров? А ну-ка, поднять щиты! Прожать лайку!

[@hunk1021]

Поднять щиты, стена лайков. 😊👍

[@NoFL88]

Потому что повест_очка совсем противоположна её словам ) А она молодец, да.

[@AlexanderZinchenko]

"Журналисты" с RT-помойки говорят правду???

[@user-kb1uk4ge9c]

@@AlexanderZinchenko , журнализды с помоечных американских и европских СМИ всегда говорят святую правду. Да-да.

[@AlexanderZinchenko]

@@user-kb1uk4ge9c вам виднее как там в европах, в России экспертиза RT - на уровне Панорамы, только Панорама и не скрывает, что является "юмористическим изданием", а RT из-за всё сил делает вид, что не является юмористическим ;)

[@ddc0d3r]

I've always wanted to visit Russia because of its rich history, culture and food, architecture, things like that. The friendliness and sense of community sounds refreshing compared to the U.S.

[@bravstat7542]

Welcome to Russia! It is a pity that it will not be the USSR - the true Russia! Then you could additionally visit the Baltic States, the Caucasus, and the republics of Central Asia. I can assure you - everywhere you would be met by the most open, friendly people in the world!

[@Veronika_biju]

Добро пожаловать в Россию ❤

[@bunnyluna8968]

Always welcome ❤

[@ddc0d3r]

@@bravstat7542 I would love to experience that, I believe it

[@beatyoutoapulp]

@@bravstat7542 ебало завали, СССР это и было то, что привело к гибели России и довело ее до нынешнего состояния.

[@realDahenzi]

Welcome to Russia, Rachel 🌺 Thank you for spreading the word. Anyone who comes here with peace and good intentions will be treated like family. 💖

[@RachelBlevins]

Thank you! I can attest to that!

[@thomasmcqueeney6877]

That's what I figured! Peace

[@SvetlanaVoikova]

I confirm! From Siberia 👋

[@theymaycry9725]

@@RachelBlevinsso basically if something were to happen to you in Russia ,the US should pretend you never exist got it

[@kpopstan7286]

@@theymaycry9725 America might mediate if something were to happen to a well known celebrity or figure of some sort...But i wish common Americans do stay safe at their own😅.But even Russians visit America freely and have no problem living there...How can anyone have a problem becoz them visiting a rival nation as a common person shows that they unconditionally start loving that nation lol...But i do think that nothing can compete with America...Becoz America is made out of many free voices and free people from all around the world without closing its nation to a select few visitors. I really wished that Russia and China were more open and democratic just like the US.This world would be such a good place if that was the case. Coz then there would be no need for any Alliance vs Alliance thing and everyone would coexist happily.But i guess both sides dont want rest as they feel the need to face hard challenges which would keep them satisfied.In the end,Common people are commoners and they end up suffering too even if it was only a little suffering for them without taking much efforts.

[@hotrodjones74]

I've been here as a US citizen since 2014. None of the listed reasons for US citizens to leave really affect me. Moving money to and from and traveling are a pain in the behind, but everything else is no problem.

[@masha1414k]

Oh it's such a pain! Can I ask how you are doing it these days? Using banks that are not under sanctions?

[@ryanmilton2643]

Why did you move? Curious. I have many friends all over Russia

[@Catcatcat237]

How did you end up figuring it out? I’ve heard that you get a Kazakhstan Visa card and then another from the same bank that would work in Russia. Transfer $ to visa and then internally within the bank to the one that works in RF.

[@ii-wv4cs]

@@Catcatcat237 i wouldn't trust all those goonie turkish, kazakhstan etc banks, they can change their mind any second and then you're stock without money.

[@bitlek]

Какие красивые американки едут к нам работать! 🤩 Это так приятно слышать столько хорошего о нашей стране. ☺ Оставайтесь с нами! ❤ Привозите семью сюда 😄

[@pretol1]

боже упаси... Че вам Стивена Сигала мало и других дибилоидов?...

[@user-rh1eg3vh4k]

К сожалению болше русских уезжает на запад чем с запада приезжают в России.

[@pretol1]

​@@user-rh1eg3vh4k Даже в намного более благоустроенной Аляске они не особо хотят жить, а вы думаете что "к сожалению" Американцы должны в рашисткие ебеня ехать? "К сожалению" россияне хотят жить в своих нищих и обворованных ебенях и ничего не хотят менять, и хотят что бы к ним кто то ехал, в то время как они рассказывают байки про свое "величие"... вот это по настоящему "к сожалению".

[@TKUA11]

It’s just one person. Not many Americans who want to live in Russia after finding out about Russian war crimes and mobilization of hundreds of thousands

[@abbeystump]

Always nice to hear positive views of Russians.Coming from Australia and traveling from Murmansk to Vladivostok I felt the people were the same as me except they spoke Russia. I enjoyed the food the people and culture. Like to visit again soon and go Far East to experience Winter and ethnic people of Russia.

[@RTYoda1979]

Молодец девушка! Умная и красивая. Удачи!

[@RachelBlevins]

Спасибо))

[@user-bm8cp7wp5p]

@@RachelBlevins сделайте совмесное видео с каналом "СФилином". У вас получится отличная интеграция

[@drpedsen]

Thanks for this video. It’s gratifying to see another American comfortably living in Russia!

[@RachelBlevins]

Thank you very much! I appreciate the tip!! 😊

[@skcyclist]

Excellent presentation. I wasn't particularly surprised at how well you are treated because I've been watching similar videos and have a sense of affection for Russia and Russians. As you said, people are pretty much the same around the world in terms of being human and generally wanting to get along. Entering the world of politics or government anywhere in the world things often go sideways and there are criminal elements in many places of the world that should be avoided. I have become disappointed with the US government and propaganda we are being fed by our media and politicians who seem mainly interested in u.s. hegemony and domination as far as it can reach. I am well aware rush I didn't invade Ukraine out of blue. Us NATO provocation and the move Westward after the breakup of Germany and expansion eastwards after 1991.

[@user-de5he8dz1f]

A big minus is that you have criminal elements in your government , the whole world sees it, but the Americans themselves do not🤨

[@x25team]

Я скажу только свое мнение. Мы были вынуждены войти в Украину, и в этом виновата политика запада. Это братский словянский народ. Эта война разделила многие семьи. Мы не можем на Украине действовать "как слон в посудной лавке". Мы пинцетом и скальпелем (Кинжал) вырубаем там фашистов.

[@guliyafayzullina3366]

My Russian friend who lives in Atlanta went to Russia with her American husband for holidays in December 2022 and they came back in January 2023. Her husband got visa with no problem and he loved his visit and his experience

[@blukas76]

Finding out that you're a Texan just made me like this channel even more. Thanks for keeping us informed on life in Russia.

[@RachelBlevins]

Always proud to be a Texan, so thank you!

[@fundIstoki]

Long live the Great State of Texas! Greetings from russian people)

[@ii-wv4cs]

I wish her make some money and open up a side business in Moscow - Texan moonshine and texan chilly and bbq grill. Success guaranteed.

[@Slovakman23]

@@ii-wv4cs 😏💡🍽💯% DA, DA, DA. .... TEXAS NEWS WITH BBQ 😉

[@StretchMedia]

Damn, your a Texan? I take it back. As a Texan myself, you don't deserve the Great Lone Star State! You deserve Russia. Stay there.

[@Anton-777]

Friendly greetings to all from Russia. Peace.

[@walterdemo2895]

Friendly greetings from Canada to all of Russia

[@user-tt1dy1ud7h]

Пиису- Пис! :))

[@Anton-777]

@@walterdemo2895 🤝😎

[@scottmac-cheeserae4531]

Peace and Russia are antonyms.

[@-Egor-]

@@scottmac-cheeserae4531 Shoo! 🤡

[@alisazarubina9417]

As a Russian living in America, I really appreciate your video, your point of view, your ability to think out of the box. Russia has been getting a really bad rep in the world lately, and I'm happy to see people like you who are able to see a little past whatever the mainstream media is selling us

[@andresxhs752]

Russia is not getting bad reputation but it's being dehumanised by the West, which is completely different.

[@Ulvetann]

Yeah, I wonder why Russia is getting a bad rep in the world lately. Sheesh. Ever heard about the atrocities going on in Ukraine?

[@alisazarubina9417]

@@Ulvetann ever heard about atrocities in Korea, Vietnam, Afghanistan, Syria, Palestine?

[@andresxhs752]

@@Ulvetann I'm from Ukraine. Please enlighten me please. Come on, tell me about Bucha, and raped babies.

[@AlexBlak3]

The USA, Canada and eu colonies are not the whole world

[@alinagavrilyuk6190]

I grew up in Rissia, got my bachelor in Asia, and moved to Canada 🇨🇦 One of my biggest reasons to live in Canada was the low crime rates. I grew up during the 90s, and it was a really difficult time. Watching how much Russia improved through the years makes me very proud. It has been devastating to watch how Canada deteriorated through the past 10-15 years. Toronto from one of the safest cities turned into a place where i don't want to turn on the news because there is yet another random TTC stabbing. The sadest part is to talk to canadians who have never traveled abroad. They have been brainwashed to think that Canada is a first world country and everywhere else is a shit hole. They don't see how other nations pull themself out of nothing in a span of 30 years (Russia, China), and everything around canadians are degenerating. They don't hold their politicians accountable and really trust the government. I don't even want to start on what they think about the Russia Ukraine conflict. Thank you for posting this video. Regular people never want any conflicts between regions/contries, but corporations driven economies always need to bring more revenue for a new quarter.

[@xAnAngelOfDeathx]

"They have been brainwashed to think that Canada is a first world country and everywhere else is a shit hole. " Utter bullshit.

[@user-xg4lw1zo6y]

В Канаде очень много украинцев(бандеровцев,преспешников нацистов которые бежали в советское время в Канаду из СССР )так вот,у вас даже один из главных политиков, это потомок этих преспешников нацистов,вот как раз с ними и их идиологие и борется Россия на украине, и мы победим !!!! Даже не сомневайтесь, никакие санкции нас не остановят

[@user-oe5pm8vi8d]

приезжай обратно к нам )

[@marigalante8922]

@@user-oe5pm8vi8d сейчас многие из Канады едут в Россию, часто это даже внуки тех кто переехали в другие республики СССР, потом эмигрировавшие в Канаду, в России разве что бывали, но не жили. А сейчас через программу возвращения соотечественников едут в Россию, пишут оттуда что очень рады.

[@user-oe5pm8vi8d]

@@marigalante8922 да и правильно) пусть к нам нормальные люди едут, а запад самоуничтожается через педерастию, лгбт, и прочие прелести )

[@DaRush-The_Soviet_Gamer]

I am a Welshman living in Lipetsk. I thank all the lucky stars that I found a partner who speaks English fluently so I feel right at home even in the province. By the way have you been to St Petersburg? That place also is super friendly to tourists. Even the bus announcements are bilingual last time I visited in 2019. Their subways are stunning palaces comparing to London underground.

[@1966Gleb]

👍👍💯💯

[@user-ne9rx8xi9y]

Check out: "American living in Russia", an American dude living in Lipetsk

[@alekschibich9825]

❤️

[@VladislavTarbeev]

You are absolutely right, St. Petersburg is a great place to visit, and for life too. You are welcome!

[@Kill-o-Matic]

Automatic LIKE for a Cymraeg post!

[@ryanmilton2643]

Actually I was in Russia when I was a teenager (end of CCCP). But this stupid US government statement makes me want to go NOW. Also, I’m from Austin, Texas. A Russian friend sent me this video. You now have given me ideas

[@sergueimikhail9654]

You are always welcomed, mate.😊

[@1966Gleb]

Добро пожаловать в Матушку Россию)

[@7vvee]

Welcome bro)

[@ryanmilton2643]

@@1966Gleb Спасибо!

[@user-qg9yw3pe7q]

Переезжай! 👍🏻👏🏻💪🏻Страна у нас большая. Места всем хватит! Как минимум, ничто не мешает тебе приехать сначала просто, как турист и поизучать российскую действительность!

[@lilburnkel]

Rachel, Thank you for your even treatment of Russia and Russians. I too am a native of Texasand I am envious (a bit) of you being there. For all the haters out there I would like to remind them of a "few facts" When we were fighting the "Red Coats" i.e. Englnd for our freedom...Russia was on our side and supported us....then in the "War of 1812" again fighting the British...AGAIN Russia assisted US...in the Civil War (you know the one where both Englan and France were hoping the US would fail and they could grab some land) Russia supported the North resulting in WE the US surviving...Oh and in WWI Russia was on OUR side. towards the end of WWI the Russian's had go home to fight the BLOODY BOLSHEVIK'S who were intent on gaingi control of Russia. BTW: Lenin and Trotskyhad both been outside of Russia WhereYou Ask!! one was in New York the other in England and this merry band went across WWI w/ a bunch of Gold to fund their revolution....then WWII NOW this was the Soviet's on our side against the AXIS Powers....Russia lost OVER 20 MILLION Soldiers and Civilians in that conflict....kinda makes the 6million (we are constantly beat up with) pale in comparison. yes yes yes that too is bad lets just apply our emotions fairly. THANK GOD Russia threw off the Commie B******RDS and they are free of that EVIL Scourge. BTW we Americans lost ~450,00 in WWII vs.20 MILLION+ hmmm!!! Russia and Russians ARE NOT our Enemies Rachel, Thank You Again!!

[@spencerwilson8446]

There are so many museums I want to visit in Russia but didn’t think I would be able to because of everything going on, after watching your video though my mindset has completely changed!

[@thomasmcqueeney6877]

I've been to Moscow before! Wonderful city! Lovely people ❤️ 💕 💖

[@dropthumb2]

Thank you, Rachel, for providing your personal story and window into the lives and lifestyle of every day people in Russia and what it's like to interact with and being amongst them. People in the US really need to hear and see what you are opening up to them.

[@RachelBlevins]

Thank you!

[@sergeyshaolin-g9792]

I'm from Russia. It is very nice to hear good things about my country. We always welcome kind and honest people, regardless of where they come from. And by the way, about the climate in Moscow, Russia is a huge country and we have sunnier and warmer cities. For example, I live in the city of Sochi, it is the winter Olympic capital of 2014, a seaside and ski resort at the same time, the most popular resort in Russia, palm trees grow in the city itself and it is subtropical, +10-15 ° C in winter and quite a lot of sun. Be sure to visit whenever possible. There is also, of course, Crimea and some other cities on the Black Sea coast. There is sunny Krasnodar. If you are not tied to a specific place of work and can work remotely, then here are your options. Well, again, I just want to destroy the stereotype of an eternally cold Russia, yes, this is largely true, but not everything is so unambiguous!

[@deathbymona]

Nice, I so want to move there.

[@14Le]

I'm from Russia but I've been living in Spain for a few years now, in February I visited my family and friends in Moscow. I was very surprised by the fact that at the disco in the center of Moscow we met two Foreigners and one of them was from the USA from Los Angeles and the other was from the UK from London. The first my question was what are you doing here why are you here I honestly could not understand and they answered me that they have been living here for 05 and 10 years respectively and they really like it in Russia! They're not going anywhere and all our conversation was about how it was so, that is, I honestly could not understand why they, even in this situation, are still in Russia, I was very surprised and I realized that many foreigners in Russia are still a lot and many like it, many already have families, friends, work and they are not going anywhere to return, at least until they all like it. I was pleasantly surprised. Then that night we met a Mexican guy and he also repeated many times "amo Moscú" 😂 nice experience. The place was “Pfrofsoyuz”, metro Novoslobodskaya, 10/10!

[@BalkanUltras48]

Greetings from Bulgaria.🙂 Glad to see Western folks showing appreciation to Russian/Eastern culture.

[@guidomuller5748]

Please leave EU and visit RuZZia, good luck with repeating history...

[@naryu4352]

I would like to appeal to the Bulgarians. Did you know that your ancestors were the common ancestor of the second largest people in Russia? So the children of one great Khan Kubrat split up, some went to the west and founded Bulgaria, while others stayed in the Volga region and founded Volga Bulgaria. They went on different paths, some have Christianity, others have Islam. So, the current ancestors of the Volga Bulgars are Kazan Tatars. Just for the record)

[@sokolnikovandrew9327]

Hi from a fellow Russian ! I live in Yakutia soo i'd say that winters in Moscow are always mild hehe. It was like -50 here in January !)😆

[@user-on5jn9tn5n]

пригласи девушку на оймякон

[@Bosby7]

Пиздец -50

[@sokolnikovandrew9327]

@@user-on5jn9tn5n было бы время ) а то работа дом, работа дом.

[@sokolnikovandrew9327]

@@Bosby7 Дааа. Такое себе XD. Хотя бы сейчас уже февраль. Тумана нет, солнце наконец то светит. Намного теплее

[@user-ue7pk5ct1i]

@@user-on5jn9tn5n -76 рекорд, если не ошибаюсь и самый холодный населенный пункт в Мире с самым большим перепадом температур

[@JenniferBenge]

In 2021 I found out through Ancestry DNA that I am 30% Russian and I really wanted to visit and experience life there. I was super bummed when everything went down and things got so political. I hope that at some point visiting will be much easier fingers crossed

[@1966Gleb]

You are our sister by blood and you must definitely visit the homeland of your ancestors-Russia. And it's better to stay and live in a great, multinational Russia)

[@JenniferBenge]

@@1966Gleb I'm working on learning the language before my visit. Re-locating at some point In my life could be in the cards, but getting citizenship is very difficult. Спасибо за добрые слова

[@RHC2024]

Funny you mention on the familiar spices.....I live in Moscow as an Irishman and frankly, I like nothing more than heading to the local globus supermarket and trying out the myriad of spices and seasonings available on the shelves. OK, granted, my Russian reading skills are still that of a 10 year old, but as you said, translator apps can be very handy. I have conjured many an interesting dish already..........One of my recent favorite discoveries was in the dried fruit section. Russians have amazing cold drinks such as Kvors,(made from bread), Mors (from Berries) and my fav, Compote, which is basically from a random selection of dried fruits. They sell a large package of these dried fruits that you buy and boil the hell out of, add sugar and let cool and hey presto, you have this amazing fruity heaven that permanently occupies my fridge. You can make about 4/5 litres from a 500g pack, so its cost effective too. Anyway, thats my spice and fruit story for today. PS. It's melting day today and very slushy.

[@aurora-cj6ui]

Kvas, not kvors. Kvors is more to the Mors side.))

[@irafd]

you should try to add some smoked pear to your compote. l'm sure you won't be disappointed. 🤗 it's "копченая груша" in Russian.

[@user-qg9yw3pe7q]

Любая русская бабушка высоко оценит твои навыки! 😄👍🏻👏🏻

[@RHC2024]

@@aurora-cj6ui Ahh sorry always make that mistake!

[@RHC2024]

@@irafd I shall add that to my basket on the next run thank you.....I am just finding the delights of 'Sala' at the moment too.....

[@vaska1999]

Winter greyness sounds a lot like Scandinavia. Btw, Moscow was voted the safest large city in the world just some 2-3 years ago.

[@anna_m59]

Reykjavik, Iceland

[@CyarleyBlack]

@@anna_m59 They said the large city, safest large city. Reykjavik population is 135 688.

[@anna_m59]

@@CyarleyBlack yeah there is no such a data the safe test large city. But even if we look like largest safest city it will be Copenhagen. Moscow is nowhere listed as a safe city. That’s my google research..

[@freedomm]

@@anna_m59 Reykjavik is a town, not a city. Almost a village.

[@anna_m59]

@@freedomm like I sad there is zero data anywhere about Moscow being the safest city in the word. I am working in public health and that includes data collecting and analysis. Nowhere shows any Russians city being on list. Now, what I can think of is that within Russia is Moscow the safest city. But that is a different story.

[@Mountain_view_]

Так приятно было посмотреть это видео😊☺️ спасибо за то, что сказали много хороших слов о России❤ У нас правда отличная страна с богатой культурой и традициями. Мы открытые, щедрые, честные и искренние. И да, подтверждаю, у нас безопасно и чисто😁 Вспоминаю с теплом чемпионат по футболу в 2018 году, когда к нам приехало очень много иностранцев, была очень классная атмосфера, все как-будто были одним целым. Всех, кто хочет приехать к нам с благими намерениями ждем с радостью, приезжайте🇷🇺😊

[@MrZyman]

А еще мы мочим укроп.

[@SuccessfulForex]

Не говоря уже о женщинах, которые являются самыми красивыми женщинами во всем мире. Может быть, однажды я смогу жениться на русской женщине моей мечты!!!!!!!!

[@vitos143]

I am Russian living in USA. I am visiting Russia every year though. I can say that I never heard of gluten allergy or issues with gluten when I was living in Russia. I think the demand for gluten free products is extremely low. That’s why it can be difficult to find.

[@VasiliyTolstoy]

Same about lactose intolerance. IMHO it is something about genetics -- 1 of 5 adult Japanese cannot digest raw milk, all Russians I have ever seen can.

[@jana6184]

As someone who is nether American or Russian I have to say it's really difficult for me to get an honest opinion regardless of a propaganda especially right now. So thank you for your honest opinion, wish you a good luck and I'll definitely subscribe for more.😉

[@JaneJannie]

It was very interesting to hear your opinion about Russia and about your experience of living in Moscow! Hope you've been having a wonderful time in Moscow!

[@RachelBlevins]

Thank you!

[@tonylong525]

I grew up in America on the far left politically, but one of the things that draws me to Russia (aside from its beautiful culture) is its conservatism. Also, its collective mentality, one of the positive legacies of the Soviet Union. I'm gettin' old but I'm not dead yet, so I'd like to experience Russia first hand, and for a while. You're a lucky lady.

[@sweJEverywhere]

Russia has one of the highest rates of abortion world wide, no such thing as conservatism.

[@tonylong525]

@@sweJEverywhere Russian conservatism is quite different from the American variant. I still have no use for that particular flavor.

[@aphilippinesadventure9184]

​@@tonylong525 social conservatism to the background of Orthodox influenced culture is a completely different deal.....

[@-Egor-]

We are glad to welcome good friends of Russia. Best regards from Russia.

[@Hella333]

the collective mentality is not a Soviet legacy -Russians are collectivists by nature. For example in Czarist Russia when land was gifted to peasants, they instead of developing individual farms organized into communities and collectively worked the land.

[@MariKintaph]

The last question made me tear up.. thank you for your kind words. I’m really glad you’re having a (mostly) good time here! And be strong :) spring is coming! Hope your stay in Moscow will only get better and better:) stay healthy and happy!

[@fe_ya]

Speaking of delivery, it is worth mentioning Lamoda. Having ordered clothes and shoes, you can try them on before buying, it is not necessary to redeem all or even part of the order. You can also buy cosmetics and household goods there. Also in Gold Apple there is a large selection of cosmetics, and if you live in Moscow and Moscow Region, they can deliver it the next day. I apologize for the mistakes cause I use google translator.

[@77esto]

I been to Russia from St:petersburg, Moscow, Ural, Kaliningrad and Siberia. Never feelt unsafe. Russian are kind, helpful.

[@user-zh4sg1fy1j]

Так чувствовал или не чувствовал?)) Безопасность

[@user-dd6kf5vi2p]

Ты прав, у нас везде опасно от Калининграда и до Камчатки 😅😅😅😅😅

[@BaikalSilverWind]

@@user-zh4sg1fy1j это косяк перевода. Дословно "Никогда не чувствовал, что я не в безопасности", или по русски, в "России безопасно".

[@user-sw7ov6ne1f]

@@user-zh4sg1fy1j ютуб криво перевел

[@Aexxon]

Thank you for the good video and positive experience. By the way, gluten-free products can be bought, for example, in Vkusville stores or ordered with home delivery. In their mobile application there are collections of products "Diabetes nutrition" and "Lactose and gluten-free". My wife is gluten sensitive and mostly buys groceries there. There you can also refund money for groceries if they seemed tasteless to you. The Moscow winter milky sky has one big plus: almost zero UV index during the day. Many Russians plan vacations in warm countries for this period or work there remotely. But then, when you return to Moscow, the skin literally rests from the scorching sun and ultraviolet.

[@RachelBlevins]

That’s good to know! Thank you so much for the advice 😊

[@stefdem1533]

@@RachelBlevins I'd suggest a winter break holiday about now mid-March, either Dubai or Thailand to get some sun for 10 days. Used to do it as my daughter had severe Vitamin D issues(BTW, get a test to check levels or take vitamin D). In UAE/Dubai we used to go to Fujairah area on Indian Ocean with clean wonderful beaches, the place we picked was Meridien Al Aqah which has excellent watersports center including barracuda fishing. In Thailand Phuket is the place to go go.

[@Valdlex]

Столько информации за 25 мин. это профессионализм.

[@TCGOMNI]

Thanks for your heartfelt share, Rachel. I'm an expat formerly from the US, S.F Bay Area living in Eastern Europe. I too, love my country - it's the politics and cultural destruction underway that I loathe that has effected the minds and free thinking of so many people. I'm planning to visit Moscow at some point soon. Keep up the great reporting! Nasdrave!

[@user-qg9yw3pe7q]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@Cnupoc]

June, July and August were the months my father would take me to Russia back to our grandparents in the North-West for at least 10 years in a row. I miss those years... even though it was the dark 90s, I can never forget the nature in Russia in the summer. Especially the lake fishing!

[@aleksandarzigic547]

Greetings from Serbia. I am glad that you like our mother Russia 😊. Serbia is the only country in Europe that is on Russia's side, and didn't imposed sanctions on Russia (although the EU threatens us with sanctions and isolation). You said that you could only travel to Russia via Turkey and Dubai. There is another way (I would say cheaper). To travel directly with Air Serbia. You can travel from New York to Belgrade and from Belgrade to Moscow, and vice versa 😉

[@RachelBlevins]

Ohh that’s good to know! I will definitely check out that route. Thank you!

[@aleksandarzigic547]

@@RachelBlevins I'm glad I could help. I would recommend, if you come to Serbia, visit the largest Orthodox church in the Balkans and Europe, the Church of Saint Sava. I would say one of the most beautiful tourist attractions, definitely will stay in your memory 😊

[@user-vd7bc7jq7j]

It’s all because Serbia is smart and looks forward.. Russia and Russians won’t forget that 😉

[@aleksandarzigic547]

@@user-vd7bc7jq7j Срби и Руси браћа заувек 😉💪🇷🇸🇷🇺

[@jzm7543]

@@user-vd7bc7jq7j As a Serb I do not agree. Reasons for our position are in the past. We usually don't expect too much from the future. But Russia must win so it could be better.

[@marmitenot.]

If the State Dept says Americans should stay away from Russia, it means we should all flock there for a visit. The real reason they don't want us there is because we'll put money into their economy.

[@lindaharford4721]

Very nice to hear truth about Russia

[@icxc6523]

I am really interested in getting to Russia for multiple reasons, but the main reason is that I do NOT feel safe in the USA any more, and my biggest fear is my own government!!

[@hotrodjones74]

I totally understand. For the same reason I'm glad to have come here.

[@sangjeongkimcho293]

33%+ OF new york, USA residents HAVE genital herpes hsv-2 😱

[@icxc6523]

@@sangjeongkimcho293 Bro! Rachel is a Texan and Texans are as far from New Yorkers as Biden is from God! We Americans are NOT all the same, trust me!

[@icxc6523]

@@hotrodjones74 Congratulations brother! I hope to join you one day.

[@user-vd7bc7jq7j]

Welcome to Russia 🤠

[@user-qx5sj7ef6e]

Dear Rachel, thank you for your video. I have a part of my family in the US and it is so very heartbreaking for me that our governments are no longer friendly to each other, good news are Russians and Americans still do get along very well and i hope no propaganda is able to change that. You are welcome here!

[@rossleone9140]

I’ve been in russia since November of 2022 and haven’t had any problems yet.

[@Inferlogist]

It is so nice to hear a person who has not blocked the mind, who has the ability to infer his own conclusions without adjustments for political correctness.

[@Brock1925]

Freedom of speech? Perhaps misinterpreted. Wondering about Russia as a whole. Not what you said. Sorry!

[@Inferlogist]

I didn 't notice that Rachel at least somehow limited herself in her speech .

[@Brock1925]

@@Inferlogist Agree with u. I just have an argument with a friend about ‘freedom of speech’ in Russia. I actually have a report that suggests Russia may have more freedom then the US.

[@Inferlogist]

@ brock 1925. As far as I understand , by a polite form you can say even what the government does not like , there will be no consequences for you

[@nicolarobinson3140]

@@Brock1925I’ve seen reports from other Americans in Russia concerning such things!! Firstly that they have 3/4 main tv channels and only one that is government ran…the others can be quite critical of the state and Putin himself!! They have live weekly political debate shows that Putin has appeared on several times and taken many critical questions from the audience…that’s virtually unheard of in the West when it comes to a President or Prime Minister!! I do believe their resistance to public protest is that they have been infiltrated by pro Western (and Western financed) fifth columnists whose objective is to cause tension and undermine the government and country itself!! Mass protests are then perceived as anti social and divisive!! One person protests are though still allowed!! Citizens also have a lot more access to local government and there are a lot less controls over social media!! Basically quite the opposite of what we are being told….🤷🏻‍♀️

[@yolkap6085]

Rachel, you are amazing! This video came up in my KZbin feed and I thought I would just listen while getting some chores done, but you totally captivated me, so that I watched it to the last second! I subscribed and am looking forward to new videos. I miss Moscow so much ((

[@RachelBlevins]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate it 😊

[@Nikkie42block]

Good Americans, welcome to Russia! Rachel, thank you for your objective opinion!

[@paulthacker767]

Well done to you, stay strong, be truthful and stay happy in Russia ! SLAVA RUSSIA from UK

[@karregor]

There is also Air Serbia flying to Moscow from Belgrad. As I know they have flights to New York several times a week. Probably they also have other destinations in USA.

[@RachelBlevins]

That’s good to know! Thank you!

[@EnochTheFirstProphet]

Almost all the food in Russia would be considered organic since Russia banned GMO's

[@oldbagira2192]

Not banned in Russia. But there are bans on the use of GMOs in many crops, products, livestock feeds. The manufacturer is obliged to indicate on the packaging the presence of GMOs or its absence.

[@elenagamora448]

Really? What about palm oil in dairy products?

[@JayaMadhavadas]

YES,,NO GMO VEGETABES OR FRUITS HERE

[@annasolovyeva1013]

@@elenagamora448 and it has to be marked СЗМЖ.

[@kristinak137]

Thank you so much ! We are really happy that you like being with us!!! Welcome - from Russia with love 🤍💙❤️

[@AzureSky6612]

Thanks for sharing and for the information, Rachel

[@RachelBlevins]

Thanks for watching!

[@DarioZ1884]

Thank you so much for this amazing video, Rachel! So necessary and informative in correcting ludicrous disinformation and misguided propaganda. I went through a very similar pattern, D.o.S. nonsense included, in travelling to Cuba. One more landmark in your independent and brave reporting!

[@Andrey_Bodrey75]

Great job, Rachel! Thank you, a surprisingly balanced review of life in Russia and at the same time very respectful! In our country, people really speak English poorly, but this is compensated by modern technologies. In Russia, there is cheap Internet and mobile communication, which is available in almost any small village, so foreigners will have no problems with online translators. And also, what exactly a foreigner needs to know, be ready for this and not perceive it as something bad or disrespectful. Rachel, out of politeness, probably kept silent about the fact that we Russians do not automatically turn on the "friendly smile in all situations and when contacting any person" mode!In our culture, it is customary to first communicate with a person for a while, and depending on what kind of energy you radiate, you will get a response, but it will definitely be sincere, and not a template, like a seller who wants to sell you something unnecessary. 😀 So, friends, welcome, you will definitely not be bored in Russia!😀✌️

[@constantinradu6354]

I-am thinking to move to Russia and this is good to hear from you, but you should check the local markets, where the food comes from the country villagers and traditions, and much much cheaper and healthier.

[@user-vp1gw2zh7f]

It's very cool! Can you tell me where are you from? I'm just curious.

[@an0nycat]

@@user-vp1gw2zh7f Radu - sounds like a Romanian surname.)

[@an0nycat]

@@user-vp1gw2zh7f By the way, Radu Negru is the legendary founder of the Wallachian principality.)

[@SvetlanaVoikova]

No, products from the village are more expensive than in the store. But what is more useful, that's for sure.

[@lNe11yl]

"There people here just like them who would be so much more kind and accepting of the them than a lot of Americans would be of Russians who go there" Thank you for that words!

[@user-jf5nu3wv8s]

Всем привет ! только что посметрел это видео на KZbin в переводе у " Пятый Угол" ! Уже давно не для кого не секрет , что мы относимся ко всем хорошо, кто хорошо относится к нам. Мы прекрасно понимаем фразу " Человек человеку брат" , а человек звучит гордо .

[@Hella333]

I miss you so much! I loved your personal political/economic reports and RT America talk show. Thanks for making this video though - I was wondering how was your life in Moscow and I was happy to learn that it’s pretty much coincided with my opinion. I’m sorry to hear that you’re home seek - no doubt it’s difficult. It will get much easier in a year or so - Moscow’s magic tends to “muscovite” people for life. You have to get Russian friends though, they’ll change your world perspectives by redefining your understanding of friendship entirely - it’s so deep and so profound, that everything else, apart from a family of course- would seem shallow; you’ll never feel lonely again, especially when you’re down and out. I’d love if you can cover Moscow’s re-creational activities. I’ve heard that there was always something happening and something to do and that it’s rather affordable.

[@vulgarisopinio]

Moscow is one of the greatest cultural capitals - the number and variety of museums is just out of this world.

[@RachelBlevins]

Thank you very much! I appreciate the kind words. I will definitely keep that in mind for topics to cover 😊

[@denisbond7517]

вы очень хорошо коснулись понятия дружбы, это действительно сила, способная разрушить камень

[@masha1414k]

Thank you for speaking the truth, you have no idea how much you are appreciated ❤️

[@scottmac-cheeserae4531]

I guess you haven't seen the destroyed Ukrainians cities after the Russians got there. There's a program on TV called "the news". Watch it.

[@lvt2050]

You forgot to mention Serbia/Belgrade as a flight connection to Russia. The weather is the same as here in Sweden :D. I hope to visit Russia soon!

[@lordzsh]

Rachel, the information and way of presenting is truthful and accurate (as a local I agreed =)! Hope it helps anybody who wants to come to us, to Moscow in this complicated period! Please continue doing your wonderful job and release such valuable materials!

[@adriansherman3290]

Wow, what an amazingly informative video. An insight into your life in Moscow and very useful for those thinking of moving to Moscow. I think, on balance, the quality of life looks good.

[@alexx2781]

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[@RachelBlevins]

Thank you!

[@stanspb763]

In all the ways I can think of Moscow or any regional capital city of Russia has a better true quality of life than in the US. Every time I return for a visit to the US I want to leave before my return flight date. The US becomes more angry, divided, dirty, broken and crime-filled every year. People living continuously do not seem to notice but going every 4-5 years the decline is dramatic. Even the previously immune suburbs are filling up with homeless all over in my native California. Health care is the least affordable in the world with only moderate quality, education costs are bankrupting whole generations, and crime is exploding.. Here in Russia, quality of life improves every year and that included the lowest income as well. Cities look better every year, services improve every year, quality and variety of food items is clearly better and cheaper. The health and physical shape of Russians is much better, 80% of American females are overweight now, here it is rare except for older retired women. Access to education and culture is far better. Leisure time, vacation, and cultural activities are available to all here and only for the wealthy in a few cities in the US. How many Americans can afford the $800 ticket to a mid-level opera at the MET? Here every school kid has free access and superior performance, venues, sets and theaters would be around $25-35. How many safe well maintained parks are in your US city? Probably none but in my adopted Russian city all 600 well-maintained parks are safe to stroll in by a woman alone 24/7. The police departments have been completely reformed here and corruption and police violence is not a problem, in fact, the last time police anywhere in Russia killed a citizen was 4 years ago while it happens often in US cities, thousands are killed by police every year. The services for young families are really impressive and a reason the first rate is going up. The anger, division, woke-ism, and cancel culture that ruins life in the US do not exist here. People do not get angry if you believe something different. The 182 cultures which make up Russia get along, There are no No-Go zones in cities here, you can walk through any neighborhood 24/7 and be safe. It really is a very low-stress environment. After being used to it for so long, on my infrequent return visits to my native California, it is shocking to see how stressed out everyone is, and how crushing debt is. The sexes, all 67 of them hate each other in the US but here they get along great and actually like each other, both of them. I have been in 92 countries and enjoy all of them but Russia is the least difficult to live a decent life in. It is easy and cheap to start a business, raising a family is low cost and low stress, with so many services for young families. If a family wanted to build a home or create a ranch they can get free land. People are not in debt. One simple example of the cost of living. My sister lives in California and to have internet she has to use Comcast, $240 a month. They throttle back speed if large files are sent. I pay $6 a month for unmetered fiber optic cable directly to my router at 330mb/sec and if I wanted 880mb/sec, it would be $3 more. My 6 gb phone data is $5/month, not on a contract. I just keep a balance so that when I leave the country for 2-3 months, I return and it is off but I own nothing and putting $5 on my account it turns back on in 30 seconds.. I have no need of a car so overall one would be hard-pressed to duplicate my social and cultural life in the US for any amount of money, that costs me $1200 a month that includes world-class cultural performances, dining out, clubbing, world-class museums, 300 of them, a few dozen jazz clubs within walking distance, gym membership, all modes of transportation are cheap, the 600 parks in this one city are all beautiful, open 24/7 and safe. Zero stress, severe debt, maximum fun an GREAT relations with some of the most talented and beautiful women in the world ....why on earth would anyone want to go back to the crumbling infrastructure, dirt, corruption, crime, stress and debt people live under in the US. Just college debt causes suicide every year. No medical debt here. No college debt plus a far higher percentage of the population are college grads. I do not even know anyone over 20 who does not have a degree or is in debt. Another low-stress element, the government does not lie to us.

[@1966Gleb]

@@stanspb763 Прекрасный, честный пост.Спасибо, братишка)

[@bubblefroggy1]

Thank you so much for telling us about your experience of Russia. Voices like yours, speaking 'from the inside', from Moscow, are indeed so important when people in all the Western countries are now submerged under layers and layers of the most idiotic and horrendous propaganda about Russia, and the people who live there. I'm personally grateful to women like Eva Bartlett (who btw also lives in Russia now, I think) or Vanessa Beeley, who were reporting from Syria at the time of the horrors of the attempted US/NATO regime change there. They were about the only ones to post images of real life in Syria, of the real Syrians, and most of their reports and interviews showed a very touching reality that was of course totally absent from the Western MSM where everyting concerning Syria was demonized. I consider them simply all part of a crime against journalism and against humanity. Thank you for keeping us posted with real news of real people living in Russia! It is so important, so much more human that the propaganda we get from those media who toe the line. I appreciated your work on RT (and RT's voice among the Western media) for many years before all this craziness happened to us. Let's hope for some change for the better.

[@RachelBlevins]

Thank you so much! I appreciate the kind words 😊

[@Kriscmon]

This sounds pretty politicized…. are we sure this channel & related comments are legit?

[@Kriscmon]

Oooooh, she reported for RT 😂😂😂

[@Kriscmon]

Rachel, I would love to get your opinion on what it was like working for RT. How you felt about working for a Russian state funded channel. How were you seen by your colleagues in MSM? How did you manage to maintain your integrity while several anchors very publically quit (on air- great videos) stating their reasons.

[@Rich-on6fe]

@@Kriscmon This channel is clearly BS.

[@Lenik-hg3vw]

Спасибо большое! Приятно такое слышать от вас, тем более, что это правда. Мы не страшные и жизнь у нас не страшная, и милиция у нас милая и дороги у нас есть;))))))))))

[@vyacheslav6286]

Спасибо, ты глубокий и душевный человек, особенно мне понравилась твоя философия в последнем вопросе. Это действительно так, и если мы всегда держали бы это в голове и сердце - мы были более добры и понимающие друг к другу. Большое спасибо, что поделилась своими чувствами, это очень ценно, для того, чтобы ещё раз вспомнить, что мы люди все одинаковые - с глубоким внутренним миром, нам нужна любовь и теплота, быть самими и окруженными счастливыми людьми!

[@GamefanTeam]

Rachel is reminding me of myself. I live in Moscow alone for 5 years already and my parents and big bro are 9 000 km away from me in Russian Far East (8-9 hours flight by plane). I visit them once in a year for a week. So yeah, sometimes it's not easy to live in that way. Also it's a huge responsobility, because you're alone in almost 13 million city. No friends, no family and in my case no working colleagues. Just you, your job and a huge city. Good thing is with modern technologies we still have a connection with everyone. So it's not that bad how it looks. But I found myself in here. So, I wish you good luck Rachel with everything! You're not alone. You have many supporters worldwide. Take care!

[@rivaldealer1826]

Yeah, all people feel themselves like this in foreign countries. She should find other English-speaking people here and everything will be fine)

[@bubeni_]

@@rivaldealer1826 no, she should find Russian-speaking people, otherwise she will feel alone all the time, because of the separation from the society in which she lives. If she finds English speakers, then she will only communicate with them and remain an "outcast" of society, this is a big mistake for everyone who moves to another country. I've seen this several times, and as a result, these people went home because they couldnt integrate into society.

[@rivaldealer1826]

@@bubeni_ yeah of course she will speak with Russians more. But sometimes people get depressed because they don't have the opportunity to talk to somebody who speaks your native language.

[@user-sq9qf7vi2v]

Почему бы не подружиться с местными? Приезжайте во Владимир, в гости, покажу вам город.

[@miroslavka_r]

Whether you feel lonely, it's a worth thing to make friends with local Russians, especially if you live in Moscow. Even if you don't speak Russian, a lot of us speak English, so it's not such a problem.

[@alexandrekibale5489]

You are an amazing person. People like you build bridges between peoples.

[@RachelBlevins]

Thank you very much 😊

[@SwapBlogRU]

Taxi can be quick depending on where you're going, since they can drive on the bus lanes. And the days in Moscow are indeed long. That's one of the first things I noticed when I moved here from New York back in 1999 - you'll have daylight outside until eleven in the evening during the peak summer months, when in NY it'll start getting dark at around maybe 9 PM.