I think we need a good book. For many years, the only book for this trip was The Trans-Siberian Handbook, but now also Lonely Planet has its own, Trans-Siberian Railway. Let me buy one of these books online here from US, to get the best information. I will start posting interesting stuff as soon as I get it. In the meantime we should start getting more information about other cities on the route, information about train/tickets, our budget, length of the trip, side-trips. Please take whatever and share with us. I am looking forward to see all passengers on-board:-) Miso