Be prepared to step into another world that is completly and totaly different than you could have imagined! Ukraine is the worlds newest upstart democracy that truly begs for exploration. I would highly reccomend you check it out before it becomes a "normal" European country. The old face of the USSR is evident just about everywhere. Yet the people are very Western friendly. Despite it's shortcomings, Ukraine has a human quality that many wealthy western nations, it seems, have lost. See for yourself..:^ ) A good source for some reliable info; www.bestofukraine.com and/or inyourpocket.com If you can manage to stay off the tourist trap trail you'll find it extremely affordable. Probably one the best vacation bargains in the World today.
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