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At LRS Healthcare, our expert recruiters act as your personal career coach to ensure you get only the best RRT or CRT travel job based on your professional and personal preferences.

Traveling as a healthcare professional presents opportunities and fulfillment perm jobs can’t. There are thousands of respiratory care jobs nationwide in facilities that desperately need someone with your skillset. It’s time you gain control over your healthcare career, and a temporary travel assignment can give you that freedom.

Browse travel RRT jobs with LRS Healthcare and apply today to get started. A recruiter will be in touch to help you with the final application and job details while working to get you the job of your dreams!

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Before starting a healthcare travel assignment as a Registered Respiratory Therapist, get the process started by applying . Once we’ve received your information, a recruiter will get in touch with you to finalize your application and discuss your vision in hopes to get you placed in the job of your dreams. Once all documents, credentialing, and background checks are completed, if an offer is made, you can then sign your contract and prepare for your next travel adventure!

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As a traveling medical professional, you’re essentially your own boss. Our team is here to help you find the perfect balance of work and life adventures giving you freedom, adventure, and opportunities to learn and grow as an RRT.

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With all of this change and excitement, it may take some time to get comfortable in your new job and location. Don’t worry this is expected and your recruiter will be there at every step of your journey! Learn more about travel opportunities for Cardiopulmonary Professionals.  

Asked Questions

01. To be considered as a healthcare traveler, be sure your licenses and certifications are up to date. The required licenses may vary depending on the state in which you work a travel assignment. While not always required, you’ll have a leg up if you have a minimum of 2 years of on-the-job experience.

02. Determine which healthcare staffing agency you want to work with, then apply for a job ! At LRS Healthcare, our recruiters take pride in listening to your requests and finding you the best RRT or CRT travel job that not only pays well but is in a city that matches your interests.

03. To put it simply, pay packages vary by job, facility as well as per agency. A healthcare traveler pay package could be advertised online before or after taxes, including travel or housing stipends, etc. These variables affect what your take home pay could be and could potentially be different from what agencies display online. To ensure accuracy, your LRS Healthcare recruiter will outline your personalized pay package with you, so you know what to expect on your weekly pay stub.

04. A standard allied healthcare assignment is 13 weeks, though facility requirements may vary. No matter the length of your commitment, if you’ve found a job and place you enjoy, you can always request an extension .

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You’re never just a number to us. We take the time to learn about you, including your career goals and desired destinations. Your recruiter will guide you from one assignment to the next and be your advocate throughout your journey with us.

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• Exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment. Want to take time off? Keep insurance coverage for up to 24 days between assignments.
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• Paid sick time in accordance with all applicable state, federal, and local laws. Aya's general sick leave policy is that employees accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked. However, to the extent any provisions of the statement above conflict with any applicable paid sick leave laws, the applicable paid sick leave laws are controlling.
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Everything you should know, what is travel respiratory therapy, who can be a travel respiratory therapist, why do i want to be a travel rt, how do i get started.

Travel respiratory therapy is a contract-based career for respiratory therapists who are wishing to help fill shortages at facilities across the country. Travel respiratory therapist jobs tend to range in length from 8 to 26 weeks, with most lasting 13 weeks. With the availability to take on positions in all 50 U.S. states, RTs can take their career to the next level with the freedom to travel every three months!

Anyone can be a travel respiratory therapist by attending and graduating from a respiratory therapist school or program, and having the desire to provide high-quality care while traveling the country. We recommend at least one year of experience before accepting any travel respiratory therapist jobs. Travel RT professionals are in high demand. A strong foundation in respiratory therapy and the ability to adapt to change will help you thrive in this role.

Why not? A travel respiratory therapist salary can mean competitive pay, amazing benefits packages, and free or low-cost housing. Plus, RTs have their pick of which states they want to reside in. Gain a new sense of adventure and independence by experiencing the U.S. as few get to do.

Travel respiratory therapy jobs come with a unique set of requirements and opportunities. The first step in getting started as a travel RT is to determine if traveling makes sense for you. Once you determine that travel respiratory therapy is right for you, you’ll want to contact a reliable travel RT staffing company. Then you can begin your relationship with an experienced recruiter who will guide you through finding and starting your first travel respiratory therapist assignment.

Have a specific location in mind?   We have travel nursing, travel allied, Locum Tenens, and permanent healthcare career opportunities in all 50 states. Search our healthcare job database to find the position you are looking for.

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Our partners enjoy exclusive access to respiratory therapist jobs as they become available. You can search by profession, specialty, and location to customize your job search. You’ll also be paired with a dedicated job recruiter who will notify you when jobs that meet your preferences become available, increasing your chances of finding fast placement anywhere around the country.

Travel Respiratory Jobs are in High Demand

If you are interested in a position as a traveling respiratory therapist, this is the perfect time to search for a job. Healthcare facilities in all fifty states have a need for respiratory therapists for various purposes. A hospital may have a staff shortage while another facility might experience a seasonal influx of patients, providing you with many opportunities to find a reliable job as a travel respiratory therapist. Start your search now by applying with Prolink.

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Pulmonary medicine associates and respiratory therapists are paid well, and partnering with Prolink gives you access to many important perks in addition to great pay. These perks include medical, vision, dental, and life insurance, as well as 401(k) matching. You also get to choose where you want to go and receive non-taxable housing stipends, in some cases. This is your opportunity to expand your skill set by working with new people in a variety of cities around the country. Start working with your employment recruiter to find the ideal job as a travel respiratory therapy technician. Apply with Prolink today.

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Understanding the Basics of a Travel Respiratory Therapist Salary

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If you've been considering a career as a travel respiratory therapist, Health Carousel Nursing & Allied Health can provide you with the insights you need to make that decision. From what a travel respiratory therapist does to their earning potential, this guide will help you better understand this allied health role.

What is a Travel Respiratory Therapist?

A travel respiratory therapist is an integral part of the healthcare industry, offering their expertise in heart and lung health in a traveling capacity. Also known as RRT travel jobs , these professionals work in different locations temporarily, providing care to patients in a variety of healthcare settings.

In essence, a travel respiratory therapist provides valuable services on a much-needed basis in areas with staffing shortages or during periods of increased demand, such as a pandemic. This flexibility allows healthcare facilities to provide excellent patient care without interruptions continuously.

How a Travel Respiratory Therapist Differs from a Respiratory Therapist

Both a travel respiratory therapist and a respiratory therapist play crucial roles in providing respiratory care to patients. However, their operational models and work settings significantly differ.

A respiratory therapist often has a fixed workplace, typically in a hospital or nursing center, and they provide long-term care for patients with breathing disorders. On the other hand, a travel respiratory therapist moves from one healthcare facility to another based on the contract they've signed with their allied health staffing agency. They work for a specified term, usually 13 weeks, before moving on either to another assignment or a break.

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The Role of a Travel Respiratory Therapist in Patient Care

A travel respiratory therapist’s role is as comprehensive and crucial as that of a registered respiratory therapist. The primary responsibility of a travel RT is to evaluate, treat, and care for patients with breathing or heart conditions.

They help patients from diverse age groups, ranging from newborn infants with underdeveloped lungs to elderly patients suffering from lung diseases. Their work involves performing diagnostic tests, offering treatments, and continuously monitoring the patients' respiratory systems.

Job Opportunities for Travel Respiratory Therapists

The demand for travel respiratory therapists has escalated, particularly due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Various job opportunities for travel RTs exist in diverse health facilities.

• Acute care hospitals: These facilities often have a high demand for travel RTs due to a large number of patients requiring critical respiratory care.
• Home healthcare: Some patients prefer home healthcare services where travel RTs can provide respiratory therapy, especially for long-term care patients.
• Rehabilitation centers: Travel RTs find opportunities in these institutions as many patients require respiratory therapy as part of their rehabilitation process.
• Outpatient care centers: These clinics manage various respiratory ailments and hence require the expertise of respiratory therapists.

How Much Does a Travel Respiratory Therapist Make?

Various factors, such as geographical location, requisite skills, years of experience, and more, influence the salary for a travel respiratory therapist. Let's look at what you can expect.

The Average Annual Salary of a Travel Respiratory Therapist

The average annual salary of a travel respiratory therapist may vary based on several factors; however, it's generally higher than that of a registered respiratory therapist. On average, respiratory therapists earn about $74,310 , according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

How Travel Respiratory Therapist Pay Compares to a Registered Respiratory Therapist

Comparatively, a travel respiratory therapist often earns more than a registered respiratory therapist due to the travel nature of their job. As these professionals primarily fill in during staffing shortages or in geographically isolated regions, their compensation package often comes with additional perks such as housing stipends, travel allowances, and more.

Factors That Influence the Earning Potential of a Travel Respiratory Therapist

Various elements can influence the earning potential of a travel respiratory therapist, including:

• Geographical Location: Higher pay rates are common in areas with a higher cost of living.
• Required Skills and Experience: More experienced therapists or those with specialized skills may earn more.
• The Nature of Assignment: Crisis or rapid response assignments might offer higher pay to incentivize therapists to mobilize quickly.
• The Demand and Supply: Areas with high demand for respiratory therapists but fewer professionals may offer higher salaries.

Why the Pay is Higher for Travel Respiratory Therapists

The rising demand for healthcare services has significantly driven up the salaries of travel respiratory therapists. It mainly hinges on two crucial factors: the transient nature of the job role and the healthcare staffing situations of different regions.

How Does Travel Affect the Pay of a Respiratory Therapist?

Travel Respiratory Therapists are healthcare professionals who have chosen a career path that requires them to move from one healthcare facility to another, tackling different challenges and environments. This sporadic element of their job, which often includes remote or less accessible locations, can push their salaries higher.

The rate at which a travel respiratory therapist is paid, also known as the travel respiratory therapist pay, often exceeds that of local or permanently stationed respiratory therapists due to their adaptable skills. Their exposure to diverse patient care scenarios and a wealth of hands-on experience add significant market value to their profile, resulting in higher pay.

Benefits for Travel Respiratory Therapists Beyond Higher Salaries

Although the travel respiratory therapist salary is a key attraction for these professionals, other benefits further enhance the appeal of these roles. These can include:

• Opportunities for professional growth and learning: Frequent interactions with different healthcare systems and professionals provide rich learning experiences and the chance to develop diverse skill sets.
• Flexible schedules: Many travel respiratory therapists have the freedom to decide when and where they work, offering better work-life balance than traditional roles.

How Health Staffing Impacts the Pay of Travel Respiratory Therapists

Health staffing plays a significant role in determining the pay of travel respiratory therapists. The dynamic nature of health staffing, often influenced by factors such as population growth, disease outbreaks, and changes in healthcare policies, can create sudden gaps in care provision that need to be quickly filled. Travel respiratory therapists with ready-to-move profiles become pivotal resources in such scenarios, triggering a demand surge and, therefore, higher salaries.

How Travel Respiratory Therapists Advance Their Careers

Just as registered nurses and other professionals in allied health fields, travel respiratory therapists also have ample opportunities for career advancement. These can be significantly influenced by the individual's commitment to continuous learning, upskilling, and adapting to the evolving healthcare landscape.

How Can an Occupational Therapist Transition into a Travel Respiratory Therapist Job?

Occupational therapists looking to diversify their careers and venture into travel respiratory therapy can explore RRT travel jobs. A smart approach would be to leverage their patient care skills and knowledge about disease management while gaining the required certifications for respiratory care. Employers also generally value professionals who can seamlessly integrate into new environments, making previous experience as a travel-based therapist beneficial.

Embarking on this transition can open doors to unique job opportunities, higher pay, and a whole new level of professional satisfaction.

Jumpstart Your Travel Respiratory Therapist Career With Health Carousel Nursing & Allied Health

Securing travel assignments as a registered respiratory therapist is easier than ever with the assistance of Health Caroseul Nursing & Allied Health. We're a traveler-nominated top 10 allied health staffing agency specializing in securing travel assignments that help healthcare professionals have a fulfilling and successful career.

Our professional recruiters work hard to understand the landscape for respiratory therapists and your personal needs career-wise. Partnering with us offers you benefits such as:

• Personalized job postings that align with your education, experience, and aspirations
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Are you ready to see what travel respiratory therapist assignments are out there? Check out On Demand , our powerful web app, where you can search and apply for travel respiratory therapist jobs nationwide.

Is being a travel respiratory therapist worth it?

Being a travel respiratory therapist can be a rewarding career choice for those who seek variety and adaptability in their work environment. It offers the opportunity to work in diverse settings, gain experience with different patient populations, and potentially earn a higher salary compared to permanent positions. Additionally, it provides the unique advantage of exploring new locations while honing professional skills, making it a worthwhile consideration for those passionate about both healthcare and travel.

How much do travel respiratory therapists make in the US?

In the United States, travel respiratory therapists typically earn salaries that may vary widely based on location, experience, qualifications, and the specific demands of the job.

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Before starting on your Trans-Siberian Railway adventure you naturally want to know what the entire trip will cost. Although this sounds like a simple question, it is pretty difficult to answer. The Trans-Siberian Railway price of travel depends on the following factors:

• Which travel class do I want to use? The price for a first class ticket is about three times the price of a 3rd class ticket
• Am I willing to buy the tickets myself and assume responsibility for the organisation of the trip?
• How many stopovers do I want to make? The more breaks, the higher the total price.
• What sort of accommodation do I want? Will it be a luxury hotel or will a hostel dormitory be sufficient?
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Basically, everything from a luxury to a budget holiday is available. If you buy yourself a 3rd Class nonstop ticket at the counter, a few hundred Euros will cover the price. All you will experience is a week on the Trans-Siberian train and will see nothing of the cities on the way. There is, however, any amount of room for upward expansion. Everyone makes different choices about which aspects they are willing to spend money on. I personally prefer to save money on accommodation and railcar class, visit as many cities and do as many trips as possible. To enable better classification of your travel expenses I have contrasted two typical traveler types. In the third column you can calculate the total cost of your own journey on the Trans-Siberian Railway. Please keep in mind that these are only rough estimations and not exact prices.

The all-in costs seem fairly high at first. However, they cover everything and it is quite a long journey taking four weeks. Many people forget to consider that when looking at the list. We should also deduct the running costs for food and leisure at home. I think most visitors to this page will classify themselves somewhere between the two categories, that is around the € 2,000 – € 2,500 range. When comparing these prices with other travel packages, you get the impression that it is hardly worthwhile travelling individually on the Trans-Siberian Railway. Please keep in mind that most packages last no more than 14 days and you are herded like cattle through the most beautiful locations.

If you spend less time on the Trans-Siberian Railway you will, of course, pay less. I chose this particular travel length because I prefer not to do things by halves. If you fulfill your dream of travelling on the Trans-Siberian Railway, enjoy it and don’t rush things. But it’s up to you, of course. Try playing around with the form a bit to find the appropriate price for your trip.

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Journey on the Trans-Siberian: Moscow to Yekaterinburg

This is the second part of a series about my trip across Russia on the Trans-Siberian Railway in the summer of 2018. I’ll cover the overnight ride from St Petersburg to Moscow, the 16 hours I spent in the Russian capital, and the two-day ride from Moscow to Yekaterinburg.

After a few days in St Petersburg I boarded the overnight train to Moscow. The sleeper train “Red Arrow” departs at 11:55pm. I read (but didn’t confirm) the departure time was set in Soviet times to leave before midnight so travelers could get reimbursed for two working days.

There were three people already in the cabin when I walked in: In one of the top bunks was a girl who looked 20-something, and on the two bottom bunks, two Brazilian men who looked like soccer fans. (It was World Cup summer.)

We exchanged muted hello’s and filled out our breakfast order forms. Without wasting time I followed the process of settling into an overnight cabin:

• Examine and unpack the supplied bedding.
• Make the bed.
• If foreigners are in the cabin, motion to them to follow your lead.
• Exit the cabin to give others room to make their bed and, if they wish, to change into sleeping attire.
• Return when appropriate, and begin smalltalk to spark a deep and cross-cultural conversation that’ll grow richer and bring you closer together with every mile of track until the morning golden hour.

Except the Brazilian men didn’t speak English, and the girl, probably on-guard, remained silent. I went to sleep.

It wasn’t the rocking that stirred me awake every hour, but the impressive guttural symphony coming from the man below me. The snores came in different tones and rhythms, transforming mid-breath with no particular pattern, which made them difficult to ignore. (A few days later, Tatiana, another cabin-mate, refuted my story by telling me sound doesn’t travel upwards. “Then he cheated physics,” I said.) I forced my earplugs deeper and felt relief that this is only a seven-hour trip.

By morning the Brazilians still didn’t speak English but the girl was more inviting. She’s a mother of two—which surprised me—and was headed to Moscow for a meditation seminar. I made whatever smalltalk I could fit between bites of fried cheese fritters until we arrived in Moscow.

It was early morning, and my first objective was to find a quiet part of the city where I can rest until some nearby coffeeshop opens. I took the metro to the nearest patch of green on Google Maps—a park called “Clean Ponds.”

The only available bench was next to a group of Russian men still drinking from the night before. One of the men was slumped over, another was drying in the sun after taking a dip in the pond, another was throwing fists at the wet one, and the rest were fighting to stay upright—only because it’s easier to keep drinking when upright. I decided against napping, and instead enjoyed the scene unfolding to my left.

A woman approached and sat next to me, holding her small dog, and complained about the park’s occupants. Following a light conversation, she lit a cigarette, told me about her (deceased) husband’s medical invention, and proposed I introduce the product to the US market in return for a cut of the profits. She did this while parrying advances from one of the men. (“I have a job and own an apartment in a good location, behind the McDonald’s,” he said.) She gave me her phone number before leaving, probably dreaming of business ventures in America that will not happen.

When the woman left, the party group noticed me. “Where the f— did you come from?!” one of them said. I was prepared to give (and take) a few hits and run, but managed to ease the tension with some jokes and handshakes.

I gave up on rest and went in search of coffee and breakfast.

Irina and Red Square

Irina is a lawyer living in Moscow who’s trying to improve her English. We met on a language-learning website, and arranged to meet in person to walk through the Red Square and practice English/Russian.

The Red Square was staged for the World Cup and crowded with tourists. It felt like the Russian version of Times Square, which I found intolerable. I snapped some shots and hurried us to lunch.

We found a Georgian restaurant just off the main boulevard and spent the next hour chatting about Russia’s legal system, language exams, graduate school, and how long could it possibly take to cook chicken.

In 2007 I was supposed to visit St Petersburg aboard my college’s training ship. My cousin warned me I should brush up on my Russian: “We have smart relatives there, don’t embarrass yourself.” I searched for Russians to chat with online and found Polina.

We spoke every other day in the months leading up to my voyage that summer. I started to like her. We made unrealistic plans for her to travel from Moscow to St Petersburg to meet me for the few days I’d be there. It never happened. Just days before my ship’s scheduled arrival, the captain diverted us to Estonia after failing to get the proper docking permits or visas for Russia. Polina and I exchanged only a few emails over the next decade.

This time, the plan worked.

We met and crisscrossed the Moskva river over bridges as we spoke of life in Russia, her newborn son, traveling, her dreams of returning to freelancing, the things we still do and those we don’t… I don’t remember where we walked or what we passed.

Is this what Captain Smith made me miss? I imagined myself at 19, and Polina getting permission from her mom to take the overnight train to St Petersburg, and my needing to return to the ship by midnight, and maybe ending up like my shipmate and the Croatian girl he fell in love with on the first day in port in Dubrovnik…

The thought made me happy but also underscored the passage of time. We were far from 19, and we both found love on native soil, and she became a mom, and I had to catch the train to Yekaterinburg before midnight.

After saying goodbye to Polina, it was time for the next segment of the Trans-Siberian Railway: A one-and-a-half-day ride to Yekaterinburg. I stocked up on ramen noodles and tea, and made my way to the train.

Riding the Trans-Siberian Railway is interesting for two reasons: The train itself, and the people on it. Life aboard the train doesn’t differ much from one segment to another, so I will write a separate article of observations and survival tips learned throughout the entire trip.

The people, however, did change with each segment. On this segment from Moscow to Yekaterinburg, as urban sprawl gave way to dense forests and wooden villages, I got to know a family from the Far North.

Tatiana, Nastia, and Sasha

My roommates for the 27-hour trip from Moscow to Yekaterinburg were Tatiana and her two children, Nastia and Sasha.

Within minutes of departure I took off my shoes to get comfortable and waited for the hallway activity to calm down before preparing for bed. Tatiana, somehow sensing my inexperience with long-distance train travel, pointed at the blue disposable slippers that came with the provided bedding and gently suggested I put them on. I thought they were silly and not for someone who’s used to rough traveling, so I responded that I’m alright in my socks. She tried to convince me a bit longer before giving up.

Moments later, I went to the bathroom—there’s one at each end of every car—and learned they’re just like airplane bathrooms: small and wet, and you don’t know from what . I returned to the cabin, changed my socks, and donned the blue disposable slippers. Tatiana looked on with approval.

They were traveling from their small military town near the Russia-Finland border (where her husband is stationed) to Novosibirsk — over 3,000 miles away — to visit her parents, as they do every summer. Airfare would cost them three months’ worth of income (by my own calculation), so they took the train, like many Russian families traveling to or from Siberia.

Our conversations spanned life in Russia, life in the US, Nastia’s college ambitions (she’s undecided between medicine and chemistry), traveling (because of the husband’s position in the military, the family is not allowed to travel outside of Russia), drawing, Russian literature, and more… We talked without end for two days while sharing food and drinking tea by the liter.

Tatiana teaches literature and Russian at their local school. She told me about life inside the arctic circle and showed me photos of polar lights, fields of flowers, her shirtless husband stepping out of a bania (a Russian sauna) and jumping into the snow, and other everyday scenes. She worried about what will happen after her husband’s military contract ends next year. She’ll miss Nastia when she stays behind in Novosibirsk for one final year of school and then university.

Tatiana also worried about my safety. She advised me to tell people I’m a local: “Your Russian is good enough,” she said, “that people will believe you and assume that your slight accent and slower pace is due to—” and she raised her fingers to her temple and did a twisting gesture. I nodded, thought for a moment, and decided that was a compliment.

Nastia is a straight-A student interested in chemistry and medicine. She’s not sure which of the two she’ll study in university, but she has another year to decide. She’ll stay with her grandparents in a small village outside of the city for another year until it’s time to attend Novosibirsk University. Although she studied english in school for several years, she never felt comfortable enough to speak it. (The faculty at their local school is made up of military spouses with little or no teaching experience.)

Nastia earns money on the side by painting custom designs on her clients’ nails. Her designs—from cartoon characters to landscapes to sunsets, all painted on half-inch-wide keratin canvases—are remarkable and belong in high-end nail salons of New York. I offered her some advice based on my consulting experience (she should charge more for more the elaborate designs). Her entrepreneurial spirit made me happy for her, maybe because it reminded me of my teenage years when I drew cartoons for money.

Sasha is just beginning to learn English, and this was his first encounter with a native speaker. He was nowhere near conversational English, so he engaged the only way he could: shouting out Russian words from his language workbook to see if I could respond with the right translation. “How do you say, um, ‘lion?’” he asked, and looked at me with a wide smile and alert eyes, waiting to hear a word that matched his notes. “Give Greg a break,” Tatiana said, more than once, after many animals were correctly translated, but I gave Sasha an approving smile to signal it’s alright. “Crocodile!?” he continued…

The next day, as the train approached Yekaterinburg in the early morning, I nudged Tatiana and Nastia awake to say “goodbye,” as they requested the night before, when we exchanged longer goodbyes and I told them how wonderful it was to meet and spend time with them. “Goodbye, Greg,” they replied, and both gave me a smile that I didn’t expect from anyone whose sleep was interrupted, who’s been on the road for weeks, who wouldn’t see her daughter (or mother) for a year, whose future was so uncertain… And still they smiled in the way that only good people do.

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Hungary has reached an agreement with Russian energy company Gazprom on possible gas supplies in excess of what is provided for in long-term contracts, Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto said during a visit to Moscow on Tuesday.

The announcement followed talks with Russian Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandr Novak and the CEO of Russian nuclear energy major Rosatom, Aleksey Likhachev.

“We managed to agree with Gazprom the possibility of buying supply volumes in excess of the amount indicated in the long-term contracts, if a need arises in the course of preparation for winter ...mainly through the Turkish Stream [pipeline],” Szijjarto stated.

“Today we extended the agreements regarding this possibility,” he added.

The sides also discussed a possible acceleration of the ongoing expansion of Hungary’s Paks nuclear power plant by Rosatom. The two countries’ nuclear cooperation has sparked a backlash from some EU member states.

Hungary, which is about 85% dependent on Russian gas, has repeatedly criticized the EU over its sanctions policy against Moscow. Budapest has strongly opposed calls to introduce restrictions on Russian gas imports and has also vowed to oppose any curbs on Russia’s nuclear energy industry. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has managed to secure an exemption from the bloc’s sanctions on Russian crude oil imports.

Hungary has been receiving 3.5 billion cubic meters of Russian gas annually via Bulgaria and Serbia, and another 1 billion cubic meters via a pipeline from Austria. In August, Budapest signed a deal with Gazprom for up to 5.8 million cubic meters of gas per day to be delivered from Russia on top of the contracted volumes.

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