2012 Trip Dates

Ukraine Dos and Don'ts

Don't use the old way of referring to the country as "the Ukraine." The definite article implies that it is still a province of Russia, and the name alone means it's independent.

Do learn a few words of Ukrainian and Russian. (You'll find the phrases "Hello" and "To your health" are indispensable in both languages.).

Do be prepared to remove your shoes if you're invited to someone's home (you will usually be furnished with slippers).

Do take toilet paper and a universal bathtub stopper (the round, flat type) if you're traveling in rural areas.