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PLANNING You navigate a complex world. Below is a list of important operational considerations sm Air Culinaire Worldwide is redefi ning business aviation when planning a trip into, within or out of Russia. catering globally. Our commitment is to make your total RUSSIA GUIDE Avoid the unexpected. Manage expectations. experience simple and enjoyable, from ordering to delivery to dining to invoicing. A fl ight attendant’s guide to cuisine, hotels, airports, health, security, and country requirements in Russia. COUNTRY AIRPORT HOTELS SECURITY Be aware of the following Confi rm the following with your hotel Research the following information Confi rm the following information recommendations and requirements prior to booking: prior to your trip: prior to your trip: before operating to Russia: • Meets western standard for • Security considerations for city, Your creativity and knowledge make the trip. • Depending on the nationality, crew • Airport operating hours 4- and 5-star accommodation including tourist destinations members may require visas for Russia • Ground handler hours of operating, • Depending on the destination, only • Areas in city that should be avoided The largest country in the world, Russia has a sizable and growing business aviation You have a simple mandate: make every trip successful – no matter what. • Visas for this country can’t be meeting point, and phone numbers local hotel options may be available market. Not only is Russia a major destination for international travel, but also • Currency and buying practices prior And your job isn’t getting any easier. You have to manage stakeholders’ obtained on arrival, and immigration Russian travelers rank among the world’s most prolifi c users of air charter fl ights. • Regulations for crew bringing aboard • Location to travel. It’s recommended that any expectations, stay on top of regulatory changes, be prepared for when the authorities may fi ne or even ban Because of this, if you haven’t operated to Russia already, there’s a good chance you catering for departure • Grocery stores or markets nearby exchange obtained should be in 10 travelers from the country for a unexpected happens – and do all of this with fewer resources. By working with may travel there soon. and 50 rubles rather than 100 and period of fi ve years, if they do not • Fluid limitations if bringing own • Restaurant options at or near the hotel Universal, you have the ability to set pre-trip expectations, understand and catering for departure (e.g., from 500 rubles We recognize the critical role you play as a vital member of the crew. To help you have appropriate visas • Advance booking requirements anticipate regulatory changes, and access a global community that can adapt avoid the unexpected and manage expectations when traveling to Russia, while a restaurant) • Public transportation systems prior • A country health briefi ng should be (critical if stay coincides with and execute when trouble strikes. Keep the guarantees you make to your delighting your passengers along the way, we have developed this planning guide. to using them obtained in advance • Restricted food items (e.g., major local events) organization by relying on Universal’s complete trip management services – Enclosed you’ll fi nd information on visas, airports, hotels, health considerations, agricultural restrictions) • Minimum number of stays needed • Things to avoid doing while at customized trip support, fuel management through UVair®, worldwide ground and security from Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc., as well as a guide to Russian • A navigator is generally required destination (e.g., walking alone, etc.) onboard for domestic routes or • Ability to store food items on the for booking support from Universal Aviationsm, online flight planning, safety management, cuisine from Air Culinaire Worldwide, a Universal® company. operations to domestic airports aircraft, with the ground handler • Down payment or pre-payment • Security reports you should acquire We hope this information is useful in helping you navigate the local culture and data link, scheduling software, and much more. or with the caterer requirements to understand potential risks (e.g., understand Russia’s unique operational requirements. city, hotel, country) • In-fl ight catering delivery time • Cancellation policy And, as always, know that you’re not alone, and we are here for you whenever you (particularly, how far in advance • Availability of courtesy transportation need us. catering is recommended to be Asia-Pacific +852 2109 1330 • Europe, Middle East, and Africa +44 1279 665 212 • Rate cap limitations for room rates N. America +1 (800) 231-5600 • Worldwide +1 (713) 944-1622 delivered) • Lead time required by hotel universalweather.com • Ramp access availability (when needed during your stay and on restaurant to order catering day of departure) • Room refrigerator requirements Russian – “Dobro Pozhalovat’,” which means “Welcome.” • Rewards program information on fi le with hotel for elite status qualifi cation and points If you have questions or need assistance with any of the above, contact us at: N. America +1 (800) 231-5600 ext. 3300 or Worldwide +1 (713) 944-1622 ext. 3300. © 2014 Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. • AC-TK 033 PLANNING You navigate a complex world. Below is a list of important operational considerations sm Air Culinaire Worldwide is redefi ning business aviation when planning a trip into, within or out of Russia. catering globally. Our commitment is to make your total RUSSIA GUIDE Avoid the unexpected. Manage expectations. experience simple and enjoyable, from ordering to delivery to dining to invoicing. A fl ight attendant’s guide to cuisine, hotels, airports, health, security, and country requirements in Russia. COUNTRY AIRPORT HOTELS SECURITY Be aware of the following Confi rm the following with your hotel Research the following information Confi rm the following information recommendations and requirements prior to booking: prior to your trip: prior to your trip: before operating to Russia: • Meets western standard for • Security considerations for city, Your creativity and knowledge make the trip. • Depending on the nationality, crew • Airport operating hours 4- and 5-star accommodation including tourist destinations members may require visas for Russia • Ground handler hours of operating, • Depending on the destination, only • Areas in city that should be avoided The largest country in the world, Russia has a sizable and growing business aviation You have a simple mandate: make every trip successful – no matter what. • Visas for this country can’t be meeting point, and phone numbers local hotel options may be available market. Not only is Russia a major destination for international travel, but also • Currency and buying practices prior And your job isn’t getting any easier. You have to manage stakeholders’ obtained on arrival, and immigration Russian travelers rank among the world’s most prolifi c users of air charter fl ights. • Regulations for crew bringing aboard • Location to travel. It’s recommended that any expectations, stay on top of regulatory changes, be prepared for when the authorities may fi ne or even ban Because of this, if you haven’t operated to Russia already, there’s a good chance you catering for departure • Grocery stores or markets nearby exchange obtained should be in 10 travelers from the country for a unexpected happens – and do all of this with fewer resources. By working with may travel there soon. and 50 rubles rather than 100 and period of fi ve years, if they do not • Fluid limitations if bringing own • Restaurant options at or near the hotel Universal, you have the ability to set pre-trip expectations, understand and catering for departure (e.g., from 500 rubles We recognize the critical role you play as a vital member of the crew. To help you have appropriate visas • Advance booking requirements anticipate regulatory changes, and access a global community that can adapt avoid the unexpected and manage expectations when traveling to Russia, while a restaurant) • Public transportation systems prior • A country health briefi ng should be (critical if stay coincides with and execute when trouble strikes. Keep the guarantees you make to your delighting your passengers along the way, we have developed this planning guide. to using them obtained in advance • Restricted food items (e.g., major local events) organization by relying on Universal’s complete trip management services – Enclosed you’ll fi nd information on visas, airports, hotels, health considerations, agricultural restrictions) • Minimum number of stays needed • Things to avoid doing while at customized trip support, fuel management through UVair®, worldwide ground and security from Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc., as well as a guide to Russian • A navigator is generally required destination (e.g., walking alone, etc.) onboard for domestic routes or • Ability to store food items on the for booking support from Universal Aviationsm, online flight planning, safety management, cuisine from Air Culinaire Worldwide, a Universal® company. operations to domestic airports aircraft, with the ground handler • Down payment or pre-payment • Security reports you should acquire We hope this information is useful in helping you navigate the local culture and data link, scheduling software, and much more. or with the caterer requirements to understand potential risks (e.g., understand Russia’s unique operational requirements. city, hotel, country) • In-fl ight catering