If you want your first date with a Russian woman to be a success, take a little time to think it through. A three hour date with an opera which lasts two and a half hours is not a good way to get acquainted with a Russian girl. Then again, you don't want to be stuck staring at each other without a topic of conversation or struggling for something to say. Lunch or coffee is a good start. A trip to the zoo is even better. Plenty of topics for discussion without having to deal with issues like: "What happened to your last relationship?"

Help your Russian bride feel comfortable. Find something nice about your Russian date and compliment her. But mean it. Don't just say, "Nice shoes, Victoria” "Sweet belt, Elena." Let's review. Find something nice. If it's painfully difficult to come up with something that you sincerely like about the Russian girl, you shouldn't be out with her in the first place.

Do not forget about manners and kindness. Thank your Russian lady for the date - always, without exception. Good manners are still in style. Well, not necessarily good manners - but common sense and human kindness. That sort of thing is always in style.

Focus on your Russian woman - pay attention to your date. No wandering eyes. No preoccupation with old relationships, work, bank robberies. Be THERE.

Listen actively to what the Russian girl says. Don't interrupt. While your date is talking, don't spend time thinking about what you're going to say when it's your turn.