"I had never ridden on an overnight train! It was cool!" - Jodie Cain, Georgia College and State University

"Having free time reallly made me feel more independent and like I could make it on my own in Russia." - Deanna Jones, Georgia Highlands College

"When a flag flies atop the Kremlin, it means President Vladimir Putin is in." - Dori Brink, Valdosta State University

"St. Basil's was so breathtaking it was hard to believe it was real." - Scott Craig, University of Georgia

"Getting to go see Lenin's tomb in Moscow was a very moving experience." - Dan Delle Monache, Georgia College and State University

"The Live 8 right outside the hotel rocked!" - Will Goss, University of Georgia

"I had a good time but it really made me appreciate St. Pete." - Jessica Housen, SUNY