Living in Russia as a Brit | Things I'm Still Adapting To...

As an Englishman living in Russia for the past 4-5 months, I'm still adjusting to everyday life here — mostly little "first-world" inconveniences rather than big problems.

In this raw, unfiltered vlog, I share what I'm getting used to:

Endless icy stairs at train stations (babushkas, how do you do it?!)

Relying on public transport outside the city — long journeys, unreliable trains, and multi-hour commutes for simple errands

Expensive imported cars vs. cheaper ones in the UK (my old Vauxhalls cost just £400-£650!)

Tons of paperwork for everything (visa process was all paper, no digital shortcuts)

The strong Orthodox Christian culture — beautiful wooden churches everywhere and people openly practicing faith

Winter beauty despite the cold, -15°C days, black ice, and mud

Plus massive New Year trees in small towns

I also touch on weird products like meat porridge (hard pass) and why I might finally get a car here.

This is my honest perspective as a foreigner — Russians, correct me if I'm wrong! I love discussing these in the comments.

Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro & Endless Train Station Stairs
2:15 - Public Transport Struggles Outside the City
4:36 - Cars: Prices, Insurance & Why I Might Buy One
7:08 - Weird Russian Products
8:09 - New Year Trees & Paperwork Everywhere
9:37 - Orthodox Churches and Christianity in Russia
12:55 - Winter Beauty

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Comment below: What's the biggest adjustment you've made moving abroad? Or Russians — am I right about the stairs hating everyone?

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