The first day has been a long and strenuous one, with long waits at the airport and a longer flight, but our patience was rewarded with our first views of Russia - and the promised snow.
After a quick intro to our guide-to-be, Natalia, we wisked off to the Hotel Cosmos. I can only discribe it as massive and full of Russian stereotypes!
Oh - and it has a great view:
So after a rest and some dinner (which was mostly composed of chips for many of us), we went to explore the first few tidbits of history in the trip. In the Red Square, the focus was predominantly shared between St Basil's Cathederal, 
and the imposing wall of the Kremlin.
However, as we walked up, down, around and slightly outside the square we briefly visited many places of interest - Mr Dickens revealing the significance and stories behind each.
Finally, after a little free time and a trip for bottled water, we got back to the hotel, and our day ended. Despite its slow start it's been a great first day, and we're all really excited for tomorrow!
Shem Jacobs
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