text: has anyone had experience/knowledge of dating/writing to russian women? basically i've been writing to a couple of ladies from russia who are looking for a long term relationship.....but it has reached the point of meeting here in the uk and they are both asking for money? i'm unsure about their genuine or not? anyone else tried this path to happiness? they are looking for a free ride, buddy.  as long as you know that and are okay with it, go for it.  just go into it with your eyes wide open and honest with yourself!