Russian superstitions to keep in mind
Don ’ t get offended if the scary bouncer doesn ’ t let you in | I ’ ve been rejected entry before despite all my efforts . Sometimes certain places are looking for a particular ‘ look ’ in their clientele . Head to the next place and don ’ t let it ruin your evening !
Always have some sort of ID with you | The police in Russia have a tendency to ask you for your documents on a whim particularly when there are foreigners drinking present . Always carry a copy of your passport with you .
Be safe | Enjoy yourself , but remember that Moscow is a huge city and while most visits are trouble free , street crime and drink spiking does happen .
Plan ahead | Have a safe mode of transport lined up both to and from the clubs ; the metro system is a little sketchy late at night . Also , make sure you ’ re out with a group you trust so that everyone gets home safely .
Stepping on a foot | If you accidentally step on a Russian ’ s foot , don ’ t be surprised if they step on yours in return . It ’ s kind of a safeguard to prevent against having future conflicts .
Look in a mirror | If you leave your home or someone else ’ s and you forgot something , always look in a mirror before you leave again . If you don ’ t , it ’ s believed that something bad might happen to you along your journey .
Sit before a trip | If you ’ re about to leave on a long trip somewhere , everyone that ’ s in the house has to sit in silence for a couple of seconds before leaving . Find anywhere to sit . It ’ s to make sure there ’ ll be no bad luck and gives you a chance to slow down and collect yourself before you leave .
Russian superstitions to keep in mind
No whistling allowed | Whistling is a huge taboo when you ’ re in someone ’ s house and it ’ s considered to bring bad luck to everyone who lives there .