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  1. abhishekhalder avatar

    Visas for Indian resident in Italy

    by abhishekhalder 14 September 2011

    Hi all I am an Indian national residing in Milan, Italy since the 8th of September 2011. I have a long term Italian (D Type) STUDY visa…

  2. footlooseferrett avatar

    RE: What are Ukrainians like in reality?

    by footlooseferrett 14 September 2011

    You might find the Ukranians' refusal to try and communicate via basis English/Ukranian and sign language a little rude but I wouldn't…

  3. marinaukraine avatar

    Re: What are Ukrainians like in reality?

    by marinaukraine 14 September 2011

    Hi, there! I like one story on this topic. There is a homeless beggar standing near the gates to the ancient city and there there are…

  4. lisko avatar

    RE: Temporary living suggestions?

    by lisko 13 September 2011

    Hey NewGuns. First off, I love the idea. You never know, most amazing things sometimes arise from crap situations. Hope it's the case…

  5. margunn avatar

    RE: Wheren to go in Eatern Europe in Oct/Nov

    by margunn 13 September 2011

    I don't think I would stay 3 days, but one or to days. Should be interesting couchsurfing there, here people's stories. Have looked at…

  6. funspirit avatar

    RE: weather in september, what to wear

    by funspirit 13 September 2011

    The climate in Ukraine is more temperate than Moscow. It will be chilly (by Southern california standards) but bearable. Bring sweaters…

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    RE: Russia, Ukraine and Turkey

    by Dobovo 13 September 2011

    Hi Anjru, Yalta is not so good in March and April. As for the sea-side at that time - the only option would be Odessa of course, however…

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    RE: What are Ukrainians like in reality?

    by Dobovo 13 September 2011

    I think that everything is about you. If you're a good person - you will meet only same ones and if you're open minded - you will meet…

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    Re: Belarus trip report

    by mangosteve 12 September 2011

    Just want to add my thanks and apprecaition of this post. I'm coming to Belarus in less than 2 weeks time (just got my passport with visa…

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    RE: EUROPE ---- JUNE 2012

    by funnyv2 12 September 2011

    @mredman: I am sure that without any problem i will be able to visit Sweden, Turkey and Greece..... i might have Visa problems for Ukraine…

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    RE: What are Ukrainians like in reality?

    by everbrite 12 September 2011

    The one word of caution which I would add is that Ukrainians (and Russians and Chinese and others) are known for their scams. Look on…

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    RE: American ATM cards in Russia

    by mattlv 11 September 2011

    I have a Schwab ATM card and they froze my account when I tried to make a withdrawal in the Ukraine. I had to call the number on the…

  13. ae123456 avatar

    RE: What are Ukrainians like in reality?

    by ae123456 11 September 2011

    I spent 30 days in Ukraine in 2008. I had no real problems, the people were generally helpful when I asked them for advice and directions.…

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    RE: EUROPE ---- JUNE 2012

    by mredman 11 September 2011

    If you want to visit all 5 countries, you can do that in 4 weeks, but you will need to fly - spend 4-5 days in Stockholm and surrounds,…

  15. james2020 avatar

    RE: Wheren to go in Eatern Europe in Oct/Nov

    by james2020 11 September 2011

    I crossed it this year and it was fine. I think it was corrupt in the past but you should be ok now. As long as you do the Chisinau to…

  16. matthijs07 avatar

    RE: EUROPE ---- JUNE 2012

    by matthijs07 10 September 2011

    Be aware that in june 2012 the European Championships (football) will be held in Ukraine (and Poland), and that it thus will be more crowded…

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    RE: EUROPE ---- JUNE 2012

    by everbrite 10 September 2011

    Sweden is a bit of an outlier and more expensive. OTOH it would be included in your Schengen visa. If you want to go there, check whichbudge…

  18. funnyv2 avatar

    EUROPE ---- JUNE 2012

    by funnyv2 10 September 2011

    Hi, am 29years old, traveler and a lawyer by profession from New Delhi, India……. I have traveled to most of the parts of India, UK, Munich,…

  19. nikolay_bg avatar

    Re: Crossing the caucasus into Russia.

    by nikolay_bg 08 September 2011

    Actually currently it's possible to cross Russia - Georgia on Verniy Lars as foreigner (European Union). We done this 2 weeks ago with…

  20. AussieGuy83 avatar

    Applying for an Ukraine visa in a Balkan / neighbouring country

    by AussieGuy83 08 September 2011

    I I have posted a similar question regarding Russia, but since ive scrapped Russia from my plans, I need information of obtaining a visa…

  21. marinaukraine avatar

    RE: Russia, Ukraine and Turkey

    by marinaukraine 06 September 2011

    Hi, great trip you described here. If you be passing Kiev on your way, we will be happy to see you on free walking tours. You can check…

  22. ukglobetrotter avatar

    Belarus, anyone?

    by ukglobetrotter 02 September 2011

    So, yes, I'm planning on going to Belarus. Not sure when, just am... 1) I'm thinking of mostly Minsk so far, but other ideas are welcome,…

  23. ktack avatar

    RE: Travel from Bacau to the Ukraine

    by ktack 01 September 2011

    No, I mean from where are you flying to Bacau - because it might be more convenient to go through another city. Specifically, you could…

  24. mredman avatar

    RE: Freezing in Russia, by car in February

    by mredman 01 September 2011

    I didn't want to sound discouraging, but quite frankly, the OP doesn't sound very encouraging - "camping material that should be ok down…

  25. ktack avatar

    RE: Travel from Bacau to the Ukraine

    by ktack 01 September 2011

    Where are you starting from?

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