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Kiev as Holiday Destination! When July arrives in Kiev, you will notice how the city changes. With summer heat, locals either leave the city for holiday or stay in Kiev making every summer day special, whereas numerous tourists from all the world fill Kiev’s hotels, streets, restaurants, and bars! Thanks to recent visa simplification, traveling to and from Ukraine (finally, Ukrainians can travel to Europe visa-free!) as well as new low-cost airlines in Ukraine, you will be amazed by significant travel and international atmosphere in Kiev this summer! Lovely river piers, beautiful city beaches, extreme sporting activities, luxury beach clubs, numerous outdoor events, and festivals will all make you immediately dive into Kiev’s fiery summer. To help you remember summer’s best parts, keep your camera with you! On pgs. 28-33 find an overview of top places for photography in Kiev from our friend, professional photographer Ivan Lysyuk, who shares his expertise on where and when to take the best shots!
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As usual, our Kiev Check-in team have prepared for you this month’s brightest events, along with useful tips on where to go and what to see in the city! In our July issue you will find guides to the best Kiev offers this month from Cool OpenAir Extreme Activities to Top Nightclubs and much more to enjoy this summer!
Editor-in-Chief, NADIIA YAKOVENKO
Live this July brightly in Kiev with Kiev Check-in!
EDITOR’S WELCOME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
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TOP EVENTS IN JULY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8 LAST MONTH’S HIGHLIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 SECRETS OF KIEV - Crazy all my life OR Cool Extreme Outdoor Activities this Summer . . 10-13 SECRETS OF KIEV - Let’s face it: 8 Tips for a successful Kiev Face - Control! . . . . . . . . . . . 14-16 SECRETS OF KIEV - Top Clubs in Kiev - Light Your Summer Nights! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-20 CULTURE & TRADITIONS - In Search of the Magical Fern-flower: Ivana Kupala Holiday in Ukraine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-23 SECRETS OF KIEV - The 5 Best Kiev Districts to Live in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-27 TOP KIEV DESTINATIONS - Kiev’s 9 Most Photogenic Places . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28-33 INTERVIEW - A Fly-by-Night Special Report: How to File for Compensation in the event of flight cancellation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-35 BUSINESS CORNER - Doing Business in Ukraine - Tips for Foreigners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36-37 BUSINESS LISTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38-39
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TOPSECRETS EVENTS OF IN JULY KIEV Feofaniya Park (32 Academika Lebedeva Str., Kiev)
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Sfera Beach Club (Park Druzhby Narodiv, Kiev)
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Art-zavod Platforma (1a Bilomorska Str.)
DATING FESTIVAL IVANA KUPALA NIGHT IN FEOFANIYA PARK
HOLIDAYS
July 01 - Day of Architecture in Ukraine July 06 - International Kissing Day July 07 - Ivana Kupala Holiday
July 08 - Family Day in Ukraine July 15 - Day of Ukrainian Peacemakers July 28 - Day of Baptism of Rus
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Traditionally Feofaniya Park invites Kiev citizens and guests of the capital to celebrate Kupala night together. The folk festival and traditional entertainment will be conducted from 4 p.m. till 10:30 p.m. and includes performances by ethnic groups, traditional rituals, numerous master classes, leaps over the bonfire, a fire show, fortunetelling, and ethnic disco.
Ostrov is a three-day festival of electronic music, a great opportunity to hear the outstanding artists who perform in techno, house and electronic style in general. Every year Ostrov Festival successfully
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unites dozens of musicians, DJs, live performers and thousands of absolutely different fans of electronic music in one location. www.qievdance.com/ostrov2017
UBK beach, Trukhaniv Island, Kiev
HEDONISM FESTIVAL 2017 Welcome to the music and sports project in Ukraine, Hedonism Festival! Together with beach enjoyment, you will be able to hear the performances of numerous artists unique in their directions. Among them are WESTBAM, ISHOME, BLACK MALOKA, LATEXFAUNA, DZ’OB, INAIA and others. The wellknown motto of the fest is “no stereotypes, prejudices, obvious moves and repetitions!”
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On July 15-16 you are invited to visit Kurazh Bazar, the great event with lots of dances, energetic music, and places for picnics. Around 370 participants will sell used and unused things, beauties will take photos in summer vacation photo zones and you will be able to enjoy this truly “summer in the country” atmosphere. www.facebook.com/events/188454791561528/
Chamber Plaza (33 Velyka Zhytomyrska Str.)
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MEDICAL BUSINESS FORUM Medical Business Forum is a two-day event that will gather 150 participants and 12 speakers in “Kolyzey” hall of Chamber Plaza to listen, share experience, and get acquainted. The topics of the Medical Business Forum include CRM system instead of a hospital information system (HIS), Establishment of Rehabilitation Center based on the experience of one couple, Competition by Effective Management, New Technologies, Guerilla Marketing, and other topics. www.medical-business-forum.com/kiev-july-2017
SPORTS July 02
Avtodrom Chayka (2 Aviakonstruktora Antonova Str., Chaiky, Kyivska oblast)
UKRAINIAN DRIFT CHALLENGE (UDC) 2017 There is a grandiose event in the field of сar drifting “Ukrainian Drift Challenge (UDC) 2017” organized by Ukrainian Drift Federation (UDF) in the beginning of July. A lot of fans fascinated with auto racing and drift show, in particular, will come here to enjoy the enormous Speed, Drive and feel the incomparable atmosphere of professional drift. www.ukrainiandrift.com
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Avtodrom Chayka (2 Aviakonstruktora Antonova Str., Chaiky, Kyivska oblast)
MOTO OPEN FEST Be ready to feel the taste of speed and adrenaline during the festival of motorsport and rock music and all that is conducted in the open air. During these two days you will have an opportunity to observe the races for Grandprix Open Cup, Supermoto Open Cup,
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Trukhaniv Island, Kiev
OSTROV FESTIVAL
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FESTIVALS IN KIEV June 30July 02
Be ready to spend your time in funny manner, get lots of positive emotions and a chance to meet the love of life during Dating Festival organized by Love StartUp in Kiev. The lottery of dates, “love at first sight”, “1 Hour Marriage”, fire show, guidance by the professional showmaster, and accomplishment by hits of energetic DJ are waiting for you here from 6 p.m. till 11 p.m. and promise to add real magic to your evening.
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Stuntriding Open Cup, and Moto Time Attack and listen to the rock performances of such bands as Uriah Heep, Lordi, Emil Bulls, “Day Dorohu,” Sinoptik, People Inside, Royal Corvus and “Massa Prychyn.” www.motoopenfest.kiev.ua
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XPark and the Park of People’s Friendship, Kiev
LEGION RUN Legion Run is a team of highly motivated, fun loving risk takers that vary in age, culture, gender, taste and backgrounds. On July 22 they promise to organize an adventure you will never forget, treat you with free beer, present a medal, an exclusive “I AM LEGION” t-shirt, a few scrapes, bruises and muds in places it shouldn’t be, and a Genuine Pride for all participants. You will run, jump, crawl, sprint and swing and help others to do so. You will play in the mud like a kid and cross the finish along with thousands of others! You will get scrapes, you will get bruises, but you will be smiling. And you will be different after reaching the finish line. www.legionrun.com
CONCERTS & THEATRE July 01
National Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet (50, Vologymyrska Str.)
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UBK beach, Trukhaniv Island
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National Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet (50, Vologymyrska Str.)
GALA CONCERT
NABUCCO (GIUSEPPE VERDI)
ROCK’N’ROLL ON THE BEACH
Nabucco is an Italian-language opera composed in 1841 by Giuseppe Verdi to an Italian libretto by Temistocle Solera. The opera in two acts successfully premiered on the Kiev stage in 2016 and became one of the main events of the season. It is just a perfect occasion to visit the beautiful National Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet and enjoy the professional opera performance in one of the great summer evenings!
Seize the opportunity to meet the living legend of rock and roll, Daniel Jeanrenaud, the main attraction of cult English clubs, a member and founder of the groups Kingsnakes and Camden Cats. Having 40 years of professional experience behind him, the musician came around half of the World giving numerous concerts and on July 04 he will finally share his talent with Kiev audience.
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Hryshko National Botanical Garden (1 Tymiryazyevska Str.)
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There is a special Gala concert on the occasion of closing of 149th theatrical season. The program includes the best arias, duets from the famous operas and operettas as well as fragments of ballet performances. You will be able to enjoy the pieces of the opera “Taras Bulba” (M. Lysenko), opera arias by G. Verdi (“Othello”, “The Force of Destiny”, “Rigoletto”, “Nabucco”), G. Puccini (“Gianni Schicchi”, “Ciocio-san “,” Turandot”), R. Strauss (“The Cavalier of the Rose”), G. Rossini (“L’italiana in Algeri “), Sh. Guno (“Faust “). The Gala concert will also include fragments of ballets: “Za dvoma zaytsyamy” (Y. Shevchenko), “The Three-Cornered Hat” (M. de Falla), “Le Corsaire “ (A. Adan), “Swan Lake” (P. Tchaikovsky) as well as the performances of the chorus and symphony orchestra. www.opera.com.ua/afisha/zavershennya-149-go-teatralnogo-sezonu Bel étage Concert club (16a Shota Rustaveli Str.)
CLASSICS IN THE GARDEN There is a magical concert “Classics in the Garden” organized in Hryshko National Botanical Garden by Svitlo Concert. During this evening, the orchestra “Virtuosos of Kiev” will delight you with a unique mastery together with the sounds of the evening garden. The new program will be traditionally dedicated to compositions written under the impression of the beauty of nature. svitloconcert.com/events/sad/index.html
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JAZZ ON THE ROOF You are invited to visit the inspiring improvisations, bright and rousing works, and interesting stories of creation and performance
of compositions by the popular radio presenter, musicologist, and one of the most popular jazzmen in Ukraine, Oleksiy Kohan. www.facebook.com/events/1853693411624585/ www.kievcheckin.com
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NSC Olimpiyskiy (55 Velyka Vasylkivska Str.)
July 26
Sentrum (11 Shota Rustaveli Str.)
CRYSTAL CASTLES For the first time the Canadian electronic music group Crystal Castles will give a concert in Kiev. They will present their fourth and most-recent album Amnesty released on August 19, 2016 that is the first album since the departure of previous frontwoman Alice Glass in 2014.
DEPECHE MODE. GLOBAL SPIRIT TOUR A worldwide famous English electronic band Depeche Mode will give concert in Kiev within an ongoing Global Tour Spirit! It is organized in support of the group’s 14th studio album called Spirit. At the first stage of the tour, the talented band plays to more than 1.5 million fans in 32 cities in 21 countries across Europe. After the tour will continue with shows in North and South America. On the Global Spirit Tour, the band will continue the charity partnership with Swiss watchmaker Hublot, raising money and awareness for Charity. www.concert.ua/ua/eventpage/depeche-mode
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FOALS An English indie rock band from Oxford, England formed in 2005, FOALS, will finally come to Ukraine and give concert to its numerous fans. They have released four studio albums: Antidotes (2008), Total Life Forever
Art-zavod Platforma (1a Bilomorska Str.)
(2010), Holy Fire (2013), What Went Down (2015), one video album, six extended plays and nineteen singles. Don’t miss this truly unique chance to go to their concert on July 27! www.concert.ua/eventpage/foals
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Last Month’s Highlights We did it! - Visa-Free Travel for Ukrainians to the Schengen Area Finally, starting on the 11th of June, 2017, Ukrainian citizens holding biometric passports can travel to the Schengen Zone without a visa for a 90 day period within any 180-day period for purposes other than work. Additionally, a visa is no longer required for travel to Cyprus, Romania, Bulgaria, and Croatia which are about to join Schengen Area. The main requirement for Ukrainians willing to travel to the Schengen area visa-free is a valid biometric passport; additionally, border guards may require documents supporting the nature of the
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Kiev and Lviv as well as Eurowings and Pegasus Airlines who both hope to start flying to Ukraine soon.
On June 18, at 8 o’clock in the morning, the large-scale Marathon Without Rush took place on Khreshchatyk Street. Held in honor for the International Day of Yoga, annually celebrated worldwide sponsored by United Nations. The Marathon was initiated by the Embassy of India in Ukraine and the India Club to mark the 25th anniversary of the friendly relationship between our two countries. As expected, it was the biggest yoga session ever held in Ukraine. Representatives from Ukraine’s National Register of Records estimated that 4,052 people simultaneously performed this ancient Indian practice on Khreshchatyk Street!
On the 12th of June, the Radisson Blu and Park Inn by Radisson Ukraine together with Ukraine’s official importers of e-cars have organized “E-car Hub II. Gala” event as part of “Blu Planet For Meetings” program. The event was held in a beautiful newly renovated conference hall at the Radisson Blu in Yaroslaviv Val which included welcoming cocktails and networking, presentations of top e-car models including the BMW i3, the Renault Kangoo Z.E., and the Hyundai IONIQ. The event then proceeded to a more official capacity when
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visit, accommodation proof, sufficient funds for the planned duration of stay, and proof of the return date to Ukraine such as a return ticket. Note that these new rules do not apply to the UK and Ireland, where national laws govern visa requirements. Also, any stay in the Schengen area for longer than 90 days within any 180-day period will require a visa. Although this visa-waiver does not allow Ukrainians to live, study, or work in the EU, it is a huge step toward the strengthening of EU-Ukraine relations. Another good sign which will make international travels to and from Ukraine cheaper and easier are low-cost airlines entering the Ukrainian market: Ryanair plans to start flights this autumn from
The Yoga Marathon Without Rush Set a New Record in Kiev!
“E-car Hub II. Gala” at Radisson Blu Hotel (22, Yaroslaviv Val Str.)
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experts from AWT Bavaria Ukraine, JSC Renault Ukraine, and LLC Hyundai Motor Ukraine shared updates on the e-car’s business development in Ukraine. Remember that earlier this year, the Radisson Blu hotel presented to the public its newly opened E-Car charging station, located just in the hotel’s garage for the convenience of hotel guests and other E-Car users. As a part of the event, Claude Bultem, regional director of Radisson Blu Ukraine and Georgia Rezidor
Hotel Group, presented new plans and capabilities of the hotel chain, including well-equipped conference halls and a brand new hotel Park Inn by Radisson Kiev Troyitska, located in Kiev center just few steps from the National Olympic Stadium.
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X-Park Sports and Entertainment Complex X-Park is a great place for numerous sports activities, entertainment, family vacation, and relaxation located on the green island between Dnipro and Desenka Rivers in a popular recreational zone called Druzhby Narodiv Park.
There are more than 160 types of sports here. Among various choices, you can try Wakeboarding (from UAH 225/ half an hour), Quadrunner driving (from UAH 400/30 min.), play on well-equipped Football field (from UAH 600/hour), enjoy Paintball game (UAH 300/300 balls), SUP (from 110/hour), Catamaran ride (2 seats, from UAH 80/hour), Kayaking (UAH 120/ hour), Rope park (UAH 100 to complete the entire route), Trampolines (UAH 300/hour), Bicycles (UAH 50/hour), Segways (UAH 120/10 min.). There are approximately 5
cafes and restaurants at X-Park as well as several swimming pools and beaches. In summer, a lot of festivals and competitions are organized in the complex so it is a great idea to check their website before your visit. Finally, many employees here know English so feel free to ask for assistance.
The recommended package price is UAH 800 (2 sessions). English is widespread among instructors so you can expect plenty of help if you need it.
34a Stepana Bandery Ave. (Moskovskyi Ave.) +38 044 221 41 51 +38 067 657 41 51 +38 073 321 41 51 ulet.pro/en www.facebook.com/ulet.pro
Park “Druzhby narodiv” +38 044 2292617 +38 063 1362585 xpark.kiev.ua www.facebook.com/xpark.kiev.ua/ www.instagram.com/x.park.kiev/
Aerodynamic Complex ulet.pro
There are two kinds of adventurers: those who truly hope to find adventure and those who secretly hope they won’t. William Trogdon
Have you already enjoyed sightseeing in Kiev? Like adrenaline and trying new things? This article is especially for adrenaline junkies. Kiev definitely has a lot to offer you! Try yourself in Bungee jumping, ride a Wakeboard, fly in an Aerodynamic wind tunnel, race go Karts, glide across the water’s surface in kayaks or even skydive to experience a bird’s eye panorama of Kiev. And of course, please be careful and know your limits! www.kievcheckin.com 10 Kiev Check-In
Just lie on the airflow and suddenly, you can fly! The Wind tunnel at ulet.pro is a unique complex where you can try out feeling free flying in a vertical wind tunnel accompanied by an experienced instructor all along the flight. It can reach a speed of an airflow up to 250 km/h so you will have an opportunity to fly not only in a prone position but also do a variety of tricks. The wind tunnel of ulet.pro serves as a real simulator of a free fall for beginners as well as a complete sports trainer for skydivers.
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“Bez Mezh” Rope jumping project The name of the project, “Bez Mezh,” “Without limits” in Ukrainian, says it all. For more than 7 years they’ve promoted the development of extreme sports and active recreation such as Rope Jumping, Mountaineering, Kayaking, and Slacklining. There is a strong idea behind the project: after leaping into the unknown, people change, become decisive, braver, and more open to everything life has to offer. Rope jumping is a relatively inexpensive sport that allows one to feel daring with a rush of adrenaline and does not require special training in case of jumping from relatively not-too-high objects. The main location for jumping is the Pedestrian bridge where you can find the team in yellow t-shirts. Periodically, they organize jumps from the tower located in Vynohradar neighborhood of Kiev, Buky Canyon in the Cherkasy Oblast, and from residential buildings. Every Tuesday you can take slacklining lessons in Igor Sikorsky KPI Park and every
Wednesday snatch the opportunity to join Rock climbing classes in TSEH bouldering gym conducted by experienced instructors of Bez Mezh team. You will always find at least one instructor who knows English there. The price for one jump is UAH 200.
Climb trees, overcome obstacles in rope adventure parks, enjoy rock climbing, or slide on the surface of the water in Italianmade Rainbow kayaks from the SkyPark company! SkyPark team strives their best to provide you with a unique, active, and fun pastime. They have 4 adventure parks in Kiev and one in Brovary city as well as kayak school and the network of 3 rental points, where you can rent a kayak or Stand up paddle board. To help you overcome obstacles, rope park’s visitors are provided with a special safety equipment and a helmet. Also, they provide detailed instructions. The wide and conveniently located network of kayak rental points will allow you to ride for several hours and enjoy the extremely beautiful views of Dnipro River and its Left and Right Banks. The company offers several options of routes near rental
Pedestrian bridge (The Park Bridge) +38 096 0090616 +38 093 0489773 rj.kiev.ua www.facebook.com/BezMezhTeam
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places so you can check them online in advance and choose the one which is the most suitable for you. Rental price depends on the type (solo or tandem (2 seats)), class (Standard or Comfort) of kayak and the day of week and varies from UAH 65 - UAH 110/ Rope adventure parks: 1) Expocenter of Ukraine (1 Akademika Hlushkova Ave.) 2) Peremogy (Victory) Park (Darnytsia metro station) 3) Pushkin Park 4) Vinogradar buffer Park, the junction of Heorhiya Honhadze Ave. and Kosenka Str. 5) Brovary, Peremogy (Victory) Park
hour for solo kayak or from UAH 90 - UAH 150 for tandem kayak. You can also participate in SkyPark Water Races, quests, classes, and campaigns that are organized by SkyPark. Instructors speak basic English.
Kayak rental: 1) 2 Pryrichna Str. 2) 37 Pryrichna Str. 3) 7 Mykilsko-Slobidska Str.
Kayak school: 5 Pryrichna Str. (Mon, Wed, Fri from 7 a.m. till 9 a.m.) +38 044 3616050 +38 096 3616050 skypark.com.ua/en/ www.facebook.com/skypark.com.ua www.facebook.com/SkyParkKayakSchool
Skydiving
SmartKart is one of the longest (720 m.) and the most extreme (21 turns) gokart tracks in Kiev. The center offers karts for children and adults that have various capacities: 5 hp, 9 hp, 13 hp as well as the new truly powerful sodi kart RX7 with a 13 hp capacity and top speed 80 km/h available only for professional racing drivers. SmartKart is also famous for the special sport tires on karts’ wheels which have incredible grip and allow high speeds in the turns. Special attention is likewise paid to the client’s safety, you will get a full
The rush of the wind in your hair, several seconds of free falling, sky beauty, and unforgettable emotions. Skydiving season lasts from April through October and highly depends on the weather. Generally, jumps are organized on weekends and preparation (instruction, drill training, studying safety rules, etc.) starts early in the morning (9 - 9:30 a.m.) and lasts for 2-3 hours while jumps themselves are made closer to lunchtime. There are 3 main organizations in and around Kiev that offer skydiving: outfit for karting including neck protection. Children always drive separately from adults. You are welcome to join numerous events, amateur tournaments, corporate parties regularly organized here that altogether creates the unforgettable fun go kart racing experience! The price for karting varies from UAH 179 to UAH 219/10 minutes depending on the day and time of racing. If you are a great go kart fan, you may also be interested in obtaining one of 6 multipacks for 10, 15, or
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20 passes (the prices start from UAH 1399 for 10 passes and increases accordingly). Also, feel free to ask about their special offers. For example, there are sales for family karting sessions.The majority of employees speak English. Kiltseva doroha 1V (parking lot of hypermarket Metro) +38 095 4798686 smart-karting.com.ua www.facebook.com/smartkarting/ www.instagram.com/smartkart_karting www.kievcheckin.com
DZ Chayka is probably the most famous DZ in Kiev province. The price for a tandem jump here is UAH 3250 if your weight is less than 100 kg. Street Address: Petropavlovska Borshegovka Village, 5 Antonova Str. Contacts: +38 068 1041010 www.dropzone.kiev.ua www.kievcheckin.com
PARA-SKUF Association (DZ Borodianka). The price of a tandem jump runs UAH 3500 if your weight is less than 100 kg. Street Address: Kiev Oblast, Borodianka urban-type settlement. Contacts: +38 067 2421566 www.paraskuf.com.ua
ASK Progress in Chernihivska Oblast. The price for a tandem jump costs UAH 3500 if your weight is more than 95 kg and less than 100 kg. It is highly variable depending on your weight. Street Address:Progress township, Chernihiv Oblast. Contacts: +38 067 4601712 www.progres.org.ua
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DRESS TO IMPRESS! You know that clothes don’t make the man, but not in this case actually. The doors of the club are usually opened for stylish, confident and attractive people. Imagine you are going to the theatre, how will you look? Women, don’t be too lazy to spend half an hour on your smoky eyes and curling your hair. You’ve probably heard that the «uniform» of the club lioness is fresh suntan and minimum clothes whether it is summer or winter. However, this is an outdated concept. You’d better choose a cocktail dress, but not too long and try to focus on your accessories - large earrings, fancy glasses or an unusual belt. It is not obligatory, but it will complement your image if you wear high heels. Men, you don’t need to do a piercing especially for the party, but you have to be elaborately dressed. A win-win variant is a shirt (with a jacket), trousers or jeans, and clean (!!!) shoes. If the beard is not an integral part of your style, don’t forget to shave. If there is an opportunity, it would also be great to choose at least one expensive or the most beautiful item from your wardrobe. The brand of your clothes is not a crucial factor, just pick out items which match perfectly. Let’s leave your favorite «I love NY» T-shirt and orange trainers for another occasion. What do you think?
8 Tips For A Successful Kiev Face Control!
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Bright lights, loud music, a cool DJ, dressed up people chatting while sipping their cocktails and having fun. Welcome to the club! I already see you hanging out and dancing till dawn like no one’s watching. But let’s jump back in time for a while and recall how you passed face-control, you lucky devil! As a rule, to get into a Kiev club requires a test, made by two or more broad-shouldered and strict men at the entrance. The rules for passing into a club successfully may differ from your country a little, that’s why I made up a list of the most important tips to get past Kiev facecontrol even to clubs with the most demanding face-control, such as Sky Bar, CHI, Dali Park and others. Don’t thank me, you are welcome!
Don’t start the party in the queue! Keep calm for a few minutes and once inside you’ll be able to let your hair down as long as you wish. Remember that people at the entrance are just doing their job and they are responsible for your comfortable rest. There are two kinds of queues - arranged or disorganized. With that in mind, don’t
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be sent home faster than you can say «one more whisky-cola, please». This is the golden rule for all Kiev clubs, remember it!
DON’T ARGUE! If you were refused to enter, unfortunately, don’t argue with the guards. Most of them are very stubborn, so you’re extremely unlikely to change their mind if they’ve decided to turn you away. Remember, even if you take your body-guard with you or demonstrate your certificate of the police officer, it will not give you any advantages (if you are not at work). For instance, the managers of CHI says: «We do not want to see aggressive or inappropriate guests, especially those who are already troublemakers.» You can also try going back to the end of the queue and try again, it often happens that their verdict can change in a matter of minutes. If not, stay polite and try another club (there are plenty in Kiev). Don’t let strict guards spoil your night, alright?
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elbow your way in, but speak in a calm voice, answer the questions confidently and smile. The guards at Indigo club often analyze facial expressions, gestures, posture, intonation, and reaction to their words. Wait your turn, look happy but not too crazy! In a word, pull yourself together and take it easy!
SHOW YOUR PAPERS, PLEASE «Are you 18 years old already? Really? You look too young.» That is so pleasant to hear, especially for women, but not in front of the club’s doors. Be ready, the
DON’T BE DRUNK! It stands to reason that you should put off this activity for a while and drink a few rounds a little bit later. Nobody wants to deal with people who can’t stand or string two sentences together. You know the club wants to make money, so they have no interest in clubgoers who got filled their alcohol quota elsewhere. One more advice, my personal advice - after having entered the club, try to control your drinking not
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guards may want to take a look at your documents without explanation. Take it for granted and just wait. There are some clubs where members of the appropriate age are having a rest. Therefore, if you are a student, sometimes you are unlikely to be allowed to enter such a fancy place, even if you are dressed properly. Don’t despair! Just choose the club according to your age and status. Good luck!
SMALL GROUPS If you decided to take a football team with you, divide into several groups (and don’t forget to change shoes, read above). Honestly, I don’t know why big groups scare the muscular face-control men, but from my experience, there are little chances for you to get in if you arrive with a big crowd of friends. Separate into couples (one guy and two girls – it works well too!). And, just my personal advice, choose your group carefully: leave the drunk girl and the loud guy with the other group!
COME EARLIER It doesn’t mean that you have to line up at dawn, but the face-control is more
loyal at the beginning of the party. In Kiev clubs, the fun doesn’t really start till way past midnight – but that also means less competition before then. First come, first served! Do you agree?
RESERVE A TABLE Yes, that’s the most profitable variant. If you think about your night ahead of time, you won’t have any problems at the entrance of the club, almost any problems. The managers of CHI club admit: «Ordering the table will give you an advantage at the entrance and more comfortable pastime. However, if you do not pass face control, you can be refused and will have to come back home with your deposit.»
If you are asked whether you made a reservation and you actually didn’t, be smart and answer something witty, like: «Oh, I forgot to make it today, but I am a regular customer.»
Now that you’ve got the basics down, you’re ready for passing the face-control test. As usual, there are some exceptions to those rules. For example, clubs are fond of conducting theme parties. Find out in advance in order not to be refused because of an inappropriate outfit. There are some cases when the security dislikes you personally and doesn’t let you get in, that’s all. No explanations, no excuses. It is useless to persuade or pick a fight, you should either wait for another guard or choose another club. To make a long story short, be friendly, cheerful and well-groomed. Dear party goers, I hope you are welcomed to each Kiev club and have unforgettable memories. But don’t take our word for it; experience it for yourself and have a good time! 16 Kiev Check-In
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CARIBBEAN CLUB
LIGHT YOUR SUMMER NIGHTS: TOP CLUBS IN KIEV!
Address: 4 Petlury Str., tel. +380 67 224 4111 Website: www.caribbean.com.ua/en
Hours: daily 6-7 p.m. - 6.00 a.m Standard entrance fee: ladies - free except for Friday-Saturday UAH 150, men - Monday-Tuesday - free, other days up to UAH 300.
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Kiev has already become world-famous for its vibrant and exciting nightlife! It’s no wonder: Kiev offers you numerous clubs and bars with fun and elegant atmosphere so that you can always choose something to your taste! Below we reveal our top choices to experience the Kiev nightlife this summer.
INDIGO As one of Kiev’s nightlife landmarks, Indigo Ambitious Project is a luxurious allinclusive entertainment complex with a disco, karaoke, restaurant and banquet hall all under one roof. Start your evening with a sophisticated dinner with European and Asian dishes and continue it at one of the hottest parties in Kiev! Located on the 4th floor of the complex, the club is famous for its trendy colorful white-violet design, friendly and flirting atmosphere. Here you are welcome to enjoy the biggest hits from world chart leaders, extravagant performances, fashion shows, regular parties with guest stars and talented resident DJs. Professional, Englishspeaking bartenders offer an amazing choice of cocktails with good humor, so you quickly feel like a regular on your first visit. This place has rather loyal face control, however, you need to be at least 21, look smart and trendy to enter the club.
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Address: 3 Kudryashova Str., tel. +38 094 905 9046, or +38 044 500 0011 Website: www.indigo-project.com.ua Facebook: www.facebook.com/indigo. ambitious
Hours: While the restaurant is open daily from 10 a.m. till 6 a.m., the club is open on Friday and Saturday from 11 p.m. till 6 a.m. Standard entrance fee: girls - free, men - UAH 100 depending on the event.
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Caribbean Club is a Kiev cult favorite place, a mixture of a chic west and fiery Latin rhythms! If you like latin dance and are crazy about salsa, you will not find a better place for you in Kiev! The club is centrally located with easy access from the University and Vokzalna metro stations. From its first opening days, Caribbean Club attracted people with its unique festive atmosphere, friendly staff and great music, while in 2013 it got its new incarnation, expressed in a modern concert hall with regular concerts, salsa parties, theater performances and bright shows! Every night, Caribbean Club offers plenty of dancing on large dance floor area, great music, 3 bars to order drinks and on weekends, live-shows. Open seven days a week, Caribbean Club gives a sense of celebration and good cheer to its numerous visitors! Anyone, who really wants to dance and have fun should go to Caribbean club! Loyal face control.
Address: 32 Stepana Bandery Ave (former Moscovskyi Ave), tel. +38 44 428 7388 Website: www.disco-club.kiev.ua
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Hours: Disco happens Thursday through Sunday from 10 p.m. - 6 a.m. Standard entrance fee: girls - 100, on Thursday - UAH 60, Sunday - free; men - up to UAH 150 depending on the day.
If you are looking for a fancy night disco club where the breathtaking dances of the 80’s and 90’s are held all night long, Disco Radio Hall is for you! Located on a boat moored to the shore of Dnieper, this club features a spacious dance hall, large disco bar, exquisite design, and incredible light and sound! A comfortable, friendly environment with top MCs and DJs, amazing themed parties, favorite hits, and most importantly, go-go dancing – these are not the only reasons why Disco Radio Hall Kyiv club is notable. With all that in mind, the prices here are quite moderate and affordable for various budgets. Leave all of your problems and troubles behind, enter the space exclusively intended to satisfy all of your wishes... Come and check it out yourself! Loyal face control.
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SKYBAR Located just inside the city center in the famous Arena complex, Skybar offers a range of nightlife packed into one building: a beautiful panoramic view night club «SkyBar», «Skybar Summer Terrace» and karaoke restaurant «Moon». If you are searching for a fancy place is Kiev - this is the right choice for you! The club will amaze you with its unique, chic decor, technically perfect sound and light equipment, great professional dancers, and awesome food. Bright show program, popular house music, special style - all that attracts people here from all over the world again and again. Beautiful people plus a beautiful environment equals SkyBar. Don’t be surprised to see local celebrities here, this place is highly appreciated by anyone who appreciates good service in a luxurious setting. Table reservation is recommended. Strict face control and dress-code.
Address: 5 Velyka Vasylkivska Str., tel. +38 044 223 8888 Website: www.skybar.ua
Hours: Complex open daily 8 p.m. - 6 a.m, the disco is open every Friday and Saturday 11 p.m. - 6 a.m. Standard entrance fee: girl - free, men - UAH 200.
Address: 16 A Parkova Road, tel. +38 067 488 20 13 Website: www.carteblanche.ua/ restaurants/chi
Hours: Restaurant opens daily from 1 p.m. until the last customer, disco Friday and Saturday 12 p.m. - 6 a.m. Standard entrance fee: girls - free, men - UAH 250
CHI Conveniently located on picturesque Parkova road, CHI is both a luxury restaurant and popular party place. Here you will find a great choice of dishes in the best traditions of Southeastern Asia, India, and China, an amazing summer terrace with views of the Dnieper River and D&B Audiotechnik, one of the best sounding acoustic systems for clubs! Pay special attention to the CHI bar headed by a London mixologist. Interestingly, most garnishes and ingredients for cocktails are made in-house. All this magic happens in a kitchen behind the curtains so that you can enjoy original fresh syrups, liqueurs, infusions, foams, blends, sorbets, etc that all add up to a delicious and fresh cocktail. If you visit on a Friday or Saturday night, you may wind up in a concert, a live-show, or extravagant parties from CHI By Decadence House. High-end service, delicious cuisine and elegant atmosphere made this place extremely popular, reserve a table beforehand to avoid disappointment! Strict face control and dress-code.
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IN SEARCH OF THE MAGICAL FERN-FLOWER: Ivana Kupala Holiday In Ukraine
It is a well-known fact that Ukrainians are fond of holidays, tumultuous festivals, or big celebrations. One might ask if anyone dislikes holidays. However, Ukrainian people respect their customs and traditions so much, it’s why most of their holidays are celebrated according to their ancestors who created and cherished them over many years. While we think of holiday as one word, it’s really a combination of the words «holy» and «day.» Holidays were first religious festivals, but now many of them have little to do with their religious origins. Now we look forward to holidays to enjoy ourselves. Summer is already a holiday all its own. When the sun is shining brightly inspiring us to perform little stunts, we are already in a better mood. Actually, I mentioned the sun for a reason. On July 7, Ukrainians celebrate the Summer Solstice, which is called Ivana Kupala Day or Kupala Night. This is not like Independence Day with salutes or fireworks, but with bonfires, mysteries and other interesting rituals. I am sure you have already heard something about magical plants and leaps over the bonfire, but let’s delve into this holiday’s exciting traditions and secrets. The holiday has very ancient pagan roots. The celebration in honor of the Sun was held on the day of Summer Solstice. Originally, it was a joyful festival honoring the light energy of the sun that was believed to provide people with good harvest, beauty, love, and healing powers. Our ancestors knew and felt those strong magical powers of nature, especially the Sun’s enormous energy. It’s no wonder then the word «Kupalo» meant «wrathful»
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scorching» «blistering» – all words our ancestors used to describe the sun and its properties. After the establishment of Christianity, Summer Solstice was combined with the Nativity of John the Baptist (24th of June according to the Old Calendar), accepted by the Orthodox Christian Church and included in the Church Calendar. As the words «Kupalo» and «kupaty» («to bathe») sounded similar, they were combined to give the holiday a new name – Ivana Kupala. Now the holiday is celebrated on the 7th of July, no longer connected to the actual Summer Solstice day. Still, people feel a strong connection to nature during this time and thank and honor the powers of nature with numerous Pagan rituals connected with water, fire, and plants: romantic jumping over a bonfire, beautiful wreaths from flowers, the search of magical fern-flower and a lot of other mysterious rites.
TRADITIONS WITH FIRE In the evening, young people organize entertainment around the fire. It is believed that the act of leaping over bonfires purifies people from sickness and bad luck. The guys usually compete among themselves and it is believed that the one who jumps above all will be the happiest. After the fire
One more purifying aspect of Ivanа Kupala Day is connected with water, a traditional symbol of healing powers. People bathe in rivers, ponds, or lakes in order to clean themselves from negative energy. It was believed that on this day river water has the ability not only to purify the body but also the soul. A number of ancient water rituals and games are also related to attracting love and happy marriage. There is a legend that rusalkas (mermaid-like figures) and mavkas (longhaired figures, sometimes naked) go out from their shelters on this day. Some Ukrainian girls even try to look like rusalkas or mavkas during this holiday, as these mystical figures are also an integral part of Ivana Kupala Holiday. Morning dew also has some medical properties. You can wash your face with it to preserve and prolong beauty and health. Another symbol of the celebration of Ivanа Kupala Holiday is a flower wreath with a lit candle placed on a body of water to tell fortunes about a potential relationship. Girls weave several wreaths for themselves, but one was made especially for a certain love interest. While making it, the girl dreams of a guy she likes and wanted to marry. During the holiday, she tries to put the wreath on his head and in the evening she places it on water. Men may also attempt to capture the wreaths, trying to capture the interest of the woman who floated it.
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a morning bath, girls and women collect bouquets for wreaths and amulets. After the holiday, these plants are dried and used to treat illnesses, as well as protect the house from troubles and failures. Another aspect of the celebration is decorating the «kupaily», a cherry tree or willow branch, with candles, flowers, and ribbons. All the village’s girls dance in a circle around it with a traditional «horovod» dance and sing about their loved ones. At the end of the night, «kupail» is broken into pieces and every girl keeps a piece so that she will be able to marry a good, hard-working guy. There is also a custom to go to the bathhouse and take a steam bath with fresh birch twigs, which have magical powers on this day. Fern-flower is one of the main symbols of the holiday, with many magical legends and mystical rites associated with it.
According to different folklore stories, the fern-flower blossoms for a few seconds only on Ivana Kupala Night. The lucky ones who see this miracle should tear the flower and run away from the forest without looking back. Hostile powers will try to get it in every possible way. The owner of the fern-flower will have the ability to understand the language of nature, animals, easily find treasures, and realize all his wishes. Nowadays, this tradition is still alive and actual and there are those who go to the forest at midnight and look for a fernflower and luck at the same time. Such holidays as Ivana Kupala are a great opportunity to dive into Ukrainian traditions and culture and even become a part of it. It will be an excellent choice to attend any of the events held on this day to fully experience our national spirit.
SEIZE THE OPPORTUNITY TO VISIT NUMEROUS EVENTS ORGANIZED HONORING THE IVANA KUPALA HOLIDAY: «Pyrogovo» invites you to take part in rituals such as fortune-telling wreaths, purification by fire, burning of straw pillars, creation of holiday attributes and quests searching for the Fern-Flower. There are also concerts by Ukrainian famous bands or singers held on the museum grounds. The Feofaniya Park offers a large-scale celebration of Ivana Kupala in the night of July 6. Guests of the park are invited to participate in performances by ethnic groups, traditional rituals, leaps over the bonfire, a fire show, dances with mermaids, and more. For children, there will be free master classes, facepainting, a children’s cable car, a gymnastic cube, horseback and pony rides, an animation program with favorite cartoon characters with contests and games for the whole family. In the evening, a traditional rite of burning Kupala effigies is planned. In «Mamaeva Sloboda» the celebration of Ivan Kupala Holiday takes place near the historical source of the Lybid River. Cossack girls and Sloboda Cossacks will recreate the ancient bathing traditions. Before the traditional bonfire, there will be dances, festivities, songs, and horovods. The bonfire will only be lit once the sun sits over the horizon. Suggested dress for the event: embroidered or any traditional Ukrainian clothing.
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The 5 Best Kiev Districts to Live in Based on reviews collected by the newspaper Vesti, Kiev residents consider Podil is the best place for work, while Pechersk is the perfect area for getting married. But what about living? It seems that each district has its own advantages and disadvantages which should be considered when choosing the most suitable area for living. Luckily, among all 10 districts of Kiev, several great ones can be found with numerous nearby facilities, the best transport infrastructure, and the largest number of green spaces.
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PECHERSKYI DISTRICT Perchersk, the most elite district in Kiev, is situated on the hills of the right bank of the city. It starts from Druzhby Narodiv Boulevard, Khreschatyk street, and is bordered by the Dnipro River in the Еast.
For years, Pechersk has been known as the most luxurious district in Kiev: living there signified success. Therefore, the majority of political institutions such as Verkhovna Rada and Cabinet of Ministers, the beautiful Mariinsky Park, as well as elite complexes and business centers are all located here.
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Why should I live here?
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• The design, location, and facilities of its apartment complexes are amazing. • Various places for entertainment can be found here including National Philharmonic, Ukraina cinema, New Theatre on Pechersk, and many others. • Pecherskyi District is close to the city center, which is convenient if you work there. Such popular business centers as IQ, Parus, and Gulliver are located here. • Luxury is everywhere in the district: from the most expensive boutiques and beauty salons to top restaurants and bars. Therefore, there are a lot of great places to go out in the evening! For shopping, check Pechersk, Mandarin Plaza, and Gulliver shopping malls in the area. • As a central district, Pechersk also has several parks: Mariinsky, Khreshchaty, and Navodnytskyi as well as a wonderful botanical garden. • The most well-known religious places, St. Nicholas Cathedral and Kiev-Pechersk Lavra are located here as well.
• All this exclusivity comes at a cost. Prepare your wallet if you want to live there. • In addition, be ready for the constant traffic jams and, as a result, a constant noise: many people in Kiev work in the center and get there through Pecherskyi District. • As a city center, Pechersk often becomes an area for political protests. While protests voice often valid concerns of citizens, they create huge problems for those who live nearby.
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close to Kiev’s outskirts. This district is usually associated with the hills on the Dniper’s right bank and borders Lviv Square, Vladimir Hill, Golden Gate, and St. Andrew’s Church. Shevchenkivskyi District’s main benefit is its history and variety of monuments and ancient buildings: Sophia Cathedral, Volodymyr Cathedral, Golden Gate, and other sightseeing destinations will be as close to you as possible.
Subway stations in Pecherskyi District: Arsenalna, Palats Sportu, Palats Ukraina, Maidan Nezalezhnosti, Khreshchatyk, Klovska, Pecherska, Druzhby Narodiv
SHEVCHENKIVSKYI DISTRICT Shevchenkivskyi District is one of the oldest areas in the city and contains numerous well-preserved historical structures. However, if you decide to live there, be sure to choose an apartment close to the city center: Shevchenkivskyi District is a rather large district that ends
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Why should I live here? • Each house is fascinating: small, beautiful, and authentic. All apartments in such houses have unique layouts so you can practice your decorating skills. • Famous cinemas (Kiev, Butterfly), numerous historical places (the Golden Gate, Bogdan Khmelnitsky monument, St. Andrew’s Church, Golden Gate, Vladimir Hill, and Lviv Square), and well-known restaurants can be reached by a scenic, 5-minute walk. • Shevchenkivskyi District is the city’s cultural and educational center. You will find lots of museums there, such as Pinchuk Art Center, Kiev National Picture Gallery, National Museum of Natural Science, in addition to the famous Taras Shevchenko University. • Here you will also find lots of theaters, including National Opera, National Young Theatre, and Franko National Academic Theatre.
What should be considered: • Be ready for the large number of people and constant noise: this is a city center, after all. • Frequent traffic jams. • Moreover, even though area buildings are extremely beautiful, some of them are so old that require constant repair. • Political protests can be held here as well. • The prices in the city center are extremely high and sometimes do not correspond to the actual value of the apartment’s size and features.
Subway stations nearby: Teatralna, Universytet, Maidan Nezalezhnosti, Ploshcha Lva Tolstoho, Zoloti Vorota, Poshtova Ploshcha, Vokzalna, Politekhnichnyi Instytut, Shuliavska, Beresteiska, Nyvky, Syrets, Lukyanivska, Dorohozhychi
HOLOSIIVSKYI DISTRICT Starting from the very center of the city, Khreschatyk Street, Holosiivskyi District occupies Southwest of Kiev. Known as an area for students, Holosiivskyi district received a new life once several subway stations were opened there. After that, new fascinating houses were built, that greatly changed the general view of the district. The main benefit of the district is huge green spaces such as beautiful Holosiivsky Park and Park Feofania.
Why should I live here? • The immense and nearby Holosiivskyi Park is what you’ll love most. The park encompasses a huge area, most district inhabitants can access within minutes. This park is perfect for any outdoor activity you can imagine: picnics, long romantic walks, and even off road bike rides. • Park Feofania is another wonderful place to visit and rest: in addition to beautiful green areas, it also has ancient monasteries and healing springs. • Since Holosiivskiy district is rather new as are its wide roads, traffic jams occur infrequently. Add a perfect infrastructure – and you can be sure you will get to work on time. • This district is not noisy: only a few nightclubs are situated there and mostly are far from neighborhood houses.
What should be considered: • Some parts of Holosiivskiy District are located a little far from city center. Getting there will take 10-20 minutes by metro. • Keep in mind that Soviet-era buildings are still part of the local architecture and contrast with more modern structures.
Subway stations in Holosiivskiy District: Holosiivska, Lybidska, Demiivska, Vasylkivska, Vystavkovyy Tsentr, Vydubychi, Teremky, Ipodrom
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River, which soon became its major attraction. Obolon is famous for its beautiful pier with luxury cottages built along the Dnipro River and known as Obolonski Lipki. In general, this is a peaceful, quiet district close to nature and has everything needed for the comfort of its inhabitants: shopping malls, restaurants, and prestige educational institutions for children.
Why should I live here? •
The Kiev government created a wonderful pier there, so now the Obolonska Pier is the best in city: you can walk there an endless amount of times, and
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PODILSKYI DISTRICT Podil is among the oldest districts in Kiev. Each street contains a specific atmosphere of the past. Moreover, it is the least modernized district so you will be able to see how Kiev looked like a few centuries ago. The district’s location is amazing. Centered around Kontraktova Ploscha, it also borders with Khreschatyk Street, Petrivka, and the Dnipro River. Podil is also one of the most artistic areas in Kiev. While living here, you will enjoy an easy access to a variety of regular events (concerts, fairs, art exhibitions, and parties) and numerous historical places of interest, such as wellknown Andriyivskyy Descent. If you like an artistic atmosphere and the constant feeling a festival is somewhere nearby, Podil is the only place in Kiev for you.
Why should I live here? • This is the oldest district with beautiful, unusual houses. • There are many nice squares and parks here as well as famous Kontraktova and Poshtova squares, where many concerts and regular events happen. • This is the most artistic place in Kiev, each day you will see lots of creative people nearby. You can also always visit Andrew’s Descent to buy handmade goods or listen
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to the street musicians. • The Famous Kyiv-Mohyla Academy is located here: as a result, you will be surrounded by the best students in Kiev. • Nightlife on Podil is among the richest due to numerous local bars, pubs, clubs (Closer, PR bar, Pink Freud, Parasolka). • There are many business centers here as well. • In Podil you will find such wonderful theatres as Koleso, Mist, and Theatre on Podol and the oldest cinema in the city called Zhovten.
• The district’s infrastructure is poorly developed: you will not find many convenient paths for walking and even not enough supermarkets. • Traffic jams are constant, slow, and unavoidable. • Since most houses are old, your apartment may need frequent repairs.
Subway stations nearby: Poshtova Ploshcha, Kontraktova Ploshcha, Tarasa Shevchenka
Every place in the world has their advantages and disadvantages that appeal to different people. When choosing an area to live, pay attention to where you feel most comfortable, where it feels most like home and it could make each morning magnificent. Luckily, Kiev has a great variety of districts to offer everyone. You just need to get out and explore them, which is half the fun!
it still will seem very beautiful for you. • Obolonskyi District is also well-known for its perfect transport infrastructure: wide streets, nearby subway station, and great variety of options significantly benefit inhabitants. • There is also Dream Town, an extremely convenient and large mall, located near Obolon subway station. • Many restaurants and coffee shops are situated along the quay, perfect for having a lunch in a scenic atmosphere. • Green spaces, such as the recently opened Natalka park, are plentiful.
What should be considered: • Parks are usually located near Soviet-era buildings, which detracts from their beauty and tranquility. • There are many illegal kiosks, which can make the district look messy.
Subway stations nearby: Heroyiv Dnipra, Minska, Obolon
Located in Northern Kiev, Obolonskyi District is situated right along the Dnipro
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KIEV’S 10 MOST PHOTOGENIC PLACES Want to do a photoshoot with Kiev beautiful panorama? Looking for the best photographic destination? Even though nearly every street in the center has their own unique style and atmosphere, it is better to research suitable places in advance. With this in mind, we asked photographer Ivan Lysyuk, who knows firsthand how to make magnificent and eye-catching shots in Kiev. With over 10 years experience and 15 exhibitions, he has compiled a list of the top places with the most picturesque backgrounds for your photos. Find a favorite or two and don’t forget to share your masterpieces with us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/kievcheckin!
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Vozdvizhenka Address: Vozdvizhenska Str. (it can be reached either from the beginning of Verkhniy Val Str. or from the middle of Andriyivskyy Descent). Nearest metro station: Kontraktova Ploshcha
Since undergoing major renovation, Vozdvizhenka has become the place for photo shoots. Unlike the rest of Podil, Vozdvizhenka is a relatively new area. It is full of colorful European-style houses, cute fences, stairs, and backyards. All this combined with the general views of the streets and various greenery will make a wonderful background for your photos. As Vozdvizhenka is a heavily populated area, during the week, cars occupy its streets nearby offices, cafes, and boutiques,
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while on weekends tourists visit it to stroll and take pictures. Clearly, this does not offer the best background, so it is best to visit Vozdvizhenka early in the morning
(7-8 a.m.) on weekends when you will see Vozdvizhenka without a single soul, making the process of taking pictures full of pure beauty and pleasure.
take photos near popular spots such as magnolias when they’re in bloom. The only way to see this place without lots of people is to visit during business hours when the
majority of the city is at work. Also note that admission free is UAH 40 per person. The Botanical Garden is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Address: 1 Tymyryazivska Str. Nearest metro station: Druzhby Narodiv
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Kiev Central Botanical Garden is a reliable choice: it has been flourishing for over 80 years. Its numerous forests, glades, and fruit trees catch the eye. Even more interesting are its amazing gardens of magnolias (which bloom in April and May), lilacs (bloom only in May), and roses (bloom during the whole summer). What’s more, right in the garden between greenery there are several benches, hills, alleys, and astonishing views of the Dnipro River and its Left bank. This place is very popular among Kiev locals, so during weekends it is quite crowded. Expect to wait in a queue to
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hours walking around in order to find a suitable place for a photoshoot. The magnolia garden (April-May) as well as other picturesque flowers offer many background choices. The best time to visit the garden is early in the morning around 8 a.m. on business days. Although botanical gardens are usually full of locals during the weekends, this one is actually emptier on Saturday and Sunday. Several universities and colleges are located near the garden and between classes, students chill in the park, so making photoshoots is difficult on weekdays.
Address: Hrushevsky Str. Nearest metro station: Maidan Nezalezhnosti, Arsenalna Mariyinsky is a marvelous park right in the center of the city. It has picturesque alleys, observation decks, and simply wonderful panoramic views on the left bank of Kiev you would love to depict in your photos. This park is beautiful any time of day. In the evening, it’s lit by hundreds of lanterns. Also in Mariinsky Park, there is a recently built doll theater which resembles a fairytale castle. If your photoshoot is romantic, you should visit a park bridge called Lovers’ Bridge. As with previous options, Mariinsky Park is popular with visitors all day long. Consider visiting the park during sunrise when it is almost empty and the rising sun can add unusual tones to your photos. Seize the opportunity to make scenic shots
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Poshtova Square Nearest metro station: Poshtova Ploshcha
when the sun rises over the Dnipro and its Left bank.
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Situated right along the Dnipro Quay, this square was rebuilt last year and now features lovely fountains and panoramic views of Kiev’s main river. In general, three
main places for photos can be chosen here. The first one is a cute walking alley located along with Quay with flowerbeds and lots of benches as well as the long beautiful ladder rising from the middle of the Quay to the European square. The second place is the square itself with a panoramic view on the Dnipro River, coastline of the city stretching off into the distance and Trukhaniv Island. Finally, the open fountain can be chosen for those who prefer creativity: you can be
shot right in the middle of it, between the fountain’s streams. When the night comes, all these places change their appearance: lanterns along the alley are lit while colorful illumination is turned on in the fountain. To fully catch this atmosphere, stand just behind two streams so that light falls from the side and in front of each person. Start shooting when the water comes. Just be careful it doesn’t get your gear wet.
Nearest metro station: Maidan Nezalezhnosti, Khreshchatyk Maidan, the center of Kiev, is a wellknown among Kiev inhabitants as a walking destination. The best time for shooting here is late evening when the area gets less crowded and lights are turned on everywhere. In case you plan on taking portraits, use the observation deck around the Globus mall. Right behind it a tiny square and a charming little bridge leads to Heaven Hundred Heroes’ Alley. You could also visit Maidan in the early morning when it’s least crowded. Here, if cold tones are applied during the photoshoot, you can achieve a wonderful urban effect. The modern buildings and shop windows would make a suitable background.
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Address: Taras Shevchenko Boulevard Nearest metro station: Universytet When it comes to size and plant variety, this botanical garden is smaller than the Central Botanical Garden. However, the garden’s convenient location totally justifies its size. You won’t need to spend
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Kytayevo Address: Interscetion of Stolichne Shosse and Nauky Avenue Nearest metro station: Vydubychi
PushchaVodytsia Address: Pushcha-Vodytsia neighborhood (can be reached by marshrutka 226 and 719 (small bus) from Nyvky metro station or by tram 12 from Kontraktova Ploshcha metro station)
This is a nice place for the romantic photoshoots with series of lakes surrounded by hills, tree crowns brood above the water, with numerous mysterious paths and waddling ducks. What is extremely convenient about this location is how quiet it is. It’s unlikely you will meet many people at any time. Entrance is also free.
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Pushcha-Vodytsia is a recreational zone in northwestern Kiev. This is a wonderful place for portraits with natural backgrounds. It has forests with beautiful paths through thickets, several lakes with bridges, sand beaches near water and several parks. Pushcha-Vodytsia looks especially photogenic in Autumn when it is filled with red and yellow leaves. Reaching Pushcha-Vodytsia is a real
Pyrogovo Address: Pyrogovo Village, entrance from Zabolotnyi Str. Nearest metro station: Teremky, Ipodrom
There is no better place for a photoshoot that incorporates local culture than Pyrogovo an open-air museum specifically dedicated to the architecture and lifestyle of Ukrainian villages. To begin with, authentic Ukrainian houses, khatas, can be found here in a great variety as well as old wind and watermills. Moreover, you can get as close to them as you wish, there are no specific restrictions and most buildings can be entered without any problems. The village has various natural landscapes, including wide meadows, hills, light groves and forests, orchards and flowers, slopes and lakes. Therefore, even if a Ukrainian theme is not the one you want to portray in your photos, Pyrogovo still has lots of beautiful backgrounds for your special shots. Due to such a variety, Pyrogovo is a popular place for wedding photoshoots. In case you do not wish to include several brides as a backdrop, visit the museum on business days and before the lunch time. Entrance to the museum is UAH 40. You can also rent an electric cart or bicycle to ride around the village. Pyrogovo is open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. See more information on a Website: pyrogiv.kiev.ua/
challenge. It is quite isolated from the rest of the city. However, the trip to it is as marvelous as the area itself. Additionally,
such a location makes Pushcha-Vodytsia not very popular among locals, ensuring there will be few people nearby.
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What is the timeframe to file for compensation? It all depends on a country where the compensation is filed. In Ukraine, for instance, it comes down to 2 years. The maximum term of limitations we’ve dealt with is 6 years.
A Fly-by-Night Special Report: How to File for Compensation in the event of flight cancellation Flight Cancellation: Your Rights for Compensation
Why do airlines cancel flights and what are their liabilities?
If a charter flight is cancelled, is it possible to get compensation?
“Two years ago I was planning to go back home from London. The flight was cancelled,” recalls Askold Klus, the founder of MyAviaHelp company. “Sitting beside me in the concourse, a girl was crying over a cancelled flight. A police officer was trying to console her, offering her a cup of coffee. Concerned, despair-filled faces, along with the image of the girl crying left a lasting impression on my memory. Every person who has faced such a situation clearly remembers the ensuing problems caused by an airline’s negligence. It is quite discomforting to realize you do not know your own rights in such a predicament.” At the moment, his company is collecting compensations from air carriers and guarantees a 98% collection rate. For this reason, we have decided to interview Askold and find out how to proceed in the event of flight cancellation.
The reasons are numerous, but very often airlines cancel flights in advance due to commercial factors. In such cases, the airline must notify its passengers no later than 2 weeks before the flight. In other situations, a flight delay can gradually turn into its cancellation. Then, a passenger must be transported to the destination point by the air carrier’s next flight or a flight from its partner company. When this is impossible, flight ticket money should be returned within 7 days. The sum of the required compensation ranges between $135 - $650 per passenger.
It does not matter whether you have a regular or a charter flight (or even a lowcost, more affordable carrier). It is essential to understand that when a passenger pays money for a flight, they are in effect signing a contract with the airline company which is obliged to deliver him or her to a specific destination at a specific time. Flight delay, cancellation, or overbooking (a denial of entry on the plane) are all violations of a given agreement by a carrier.
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What should be done right away to prove the fault of an airline? First of all, it is important to get a stamped document which testifies the event of flight cancellation and/or flight substitution. Make sure it contains true and exact reasons of the given force majeure. If this proves impossible, a cancellation stamp on an itinerary receipt will work too, although it won’t specify the reasons. To do this, find your airline representative at one of their podiums, for example, or at the airline ticket desk. If you are in the airport concourse, such representatives can be found at the gate (a place where passengers leave the airport and get on their airplane). In case a representative cannot be found, ask any airport employee where to get the abovementioned document. As a rule, it can be done at the airport information stall. Certainly, you can always call an airline’s customer service and ask for updated flight information (an airline telephone number can be indicated on the airport banner). You could also visit an airline’s website. In any case, save the tickets, boarding pass, and luggage claim tickets. I would also recommend taking a photo of them as a backup. It is also a good idea to take a picture of an airport display board listing departures which shows current time and your flight’s status. Also collect all food, hotel, and taxi (bus, train) receipts related to your flight cancellation to demonstrate financial hardships endured. Remember, you can file for www.kievcheckin.com
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compensation if a flight’s cancellation was due to carrier fault, not just because of a force majeure like weather conditions or a strike of airport/airline workers. Please note that a plane breakdown is not considered a force majeure.
What compensation should an airline provide on the spot? It depends on the waiting time for the next flight and the distance of a flight. If you are waiting for the next flight for: • more than 2 hours with a flight distance up to 1500 km (flights around Ukraine, and from Kyiv to Minks, Munich, Sofia, Riga etc.) • more than 3 hours for flights ranging from 1500 km to 3500 km (from Boryspil to London, Barcelona, Brussels, Geneva etc.) • more than 4 hours with a flight over 3500 km (from Kyiv to New York, Beijing, Colombo etc.) then you are entitled to: • refreshments • two free of charge phone calls or text/ fax messages, e-mail (depending on what an airport can offer) • transfers between airport, hotel, and back to airport • a hotel room if you need to wait for the flight for one or more nights
Whom should passengers call or write to get a compensation? Passengers are lawfully entitled to ask an airline for a compensation. For this, a traveler needs to describe the situation and refer to the applicable law that should be invoked in their specific case as well as the specific airline’s transportation rules. Remember that airlines are a huge, powerful organizations. When explaining your situation, be as honest as possible. In addition, when requesting compensation, attach travel documents and collected proof of the airline’s fault. You are also fully entitled to sue the airline at the very beginning or after failed compensation negotiations. Based on our experience, airlines avoid paying compensation whenever possible. That’s why we strongly recommend hiring a professional lawyer who specializes in the sphere of passenger air transportation.
Can an airline blacklist me after such appeals? This is simply impossible. With this in mind, don’t hesitate to ask for compensation. «I hope your readers will have more enjoyable flights and fewer flight cancellations!»
Askold Klus Founder of MyAviaHelp company
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• Both work permit and temporary residence permit applications are subject to review and approval by government authorities. However, under valid grounds, there should be no problem with the approval process.
Tips for Foreigners Following the recent reforms and closer ties with West, Ukraine is gradually becoming an attractive, albeit still difficult, place to do business and invest for the foreign business community. Regardless of the still weak political, legal, and financial climate in the country, Ukraine has an excellent geographic location, the largest territory in Europe, rich natural resources, and a low cost but skilled workforce. Ukraine’s confusing regulatory regime, ever-changing regulations and significant red tape can cost foreign investors significant money and time. In our experience, every day we encounter front-facing government staff, bank representatives, private consultants, and notaries who are not aware of the latest changes and provide incorrect information. But these challenges are by no means insurmountable, the savvy entrepreneur can easily find his/her way past to make some great investments. Here’s a list of business tips for any foreign individual exploring doing business or investing in Ukraine. Note that law and regulations change frequently, therefore always consult for the latest updates before making any decisions!
PERSONAL BANK ACCOUNTS As a foreign national (resident or non-resident), you are allowed to open the following types of personal bank accounts in Ukraine: • Regular current and savings accounts in the local currency UAH and selected foreign currencies. • An Investment Account that allows foreigners to make investments into Ukraine and subsequently repatriate profits and capital out of the country. Keep the following points in mind when opening and operating your bank account in Ukraine: • Rules for bank accounts vary depending on the type and are strictly regulated by Ukrainian Banking law. For example, you are not allowed to withdraw cash from your investment bank account (whereas it is possible from a regular current bank account). Therefore, use the type of
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• You can use your debit card (linked to your regular current account) when making purchases overseas as well as withdraw cash, subject to certain limits.
STARTING A COMPANY While there are a number of different business structures available in Ukraine, the most suitable limited liability structure for a small- to mid-sized business in Ukraine is a Limited Liability Company (LLC). Both resident and non-resident foreigners are free to incorporate a LLC and can be 100% shareholders of the company. Points to note when opening a LLC: • The process of incorporating a company is fairly straightforward and can be completed in 1-2 working days after all the necessary documents are ready.
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Tetiana YAKOVENKO Director of ContactUkraine LLC www.contactukraine.com provider that knows the latest regulations to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of the work done.
WORK AND RESIDENCE PERMITS Work permits and residence permits are two different permits issued to foreigners. With the exception of few situations, both permits are required when relocating to operate or work for a company in Ukraine. Keep in mind the following: • Foreign entrepreneurs who have opened their LLC company in Ukraine will need to apply for both permits if they wish to relocate to Ukraine. The same is true when the LLC is hiring other foreign staff.
• The director of an LLC can be only an individual who has right to reside in Ukraine (a citizen of Ukraine, or a permanent citizen or foreign individual who has obtained a work and residence permit in Ukraine). Corporate directors are not permitted.
• Certain categories of foreign citizens (such as permanent residents of Ukraine, employees of representative offices and permanent establishments of foreign companies, representatives of foreign mass media, professional athletes, artists and some others) do not need to apply for work permits when working in Ukraine (but they still need to obtain residence permits). However, in most other cases, a valid work permit is required before commencing work.
• A Ukrainian company must have a local registered address.
• The processing time for a work permit application is about 1 month.
• Foreign entrepreneurs who wish to relocate to Ukraine to operate their company can apply for relocation visa (work permit & residence permit), which is subject to approval by authorities.
• After the work permit application has been approved, the permit holder must obtain a temporary residence permit if he/she plans to relocate to Ukraine to work. Family members are also eligible to obtain the temporary residence permit.
It’s important to work with a knowledgeable and competent corporate services
• Obtaining a residence permit takes up to 15 days upon application.
• Prior to registration of an LLC, foreign shareholders need to obtain a Ukrainian tax number.
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TAXES Tax rate in Ukraine depends on the type of taxpayer and her income. The base tax rates are listed below: • Corporate tax rate: 18%
bank account that corresponds to your planned purpose and transactions. • While you are free to deposit money into these accounts from overseas and bonafide local payments, cash withdrawals in foreign currency as well as overseas transfers are subject to certain limits at present (depending on types of bank account and transaction). These restrictions are a result of the currency controls imposed by the government mainly because of the political and economic crisis that started in 2013 and still lingers today. They apply both to businesses as well as individuals, although the specific rules may vary.
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Due to attractive prices in the current Ukrainian real-estate market, foreign investors are increasingly interested in purchasing residential property here. However, the real-estate market in Ukraine is not very mature and therefore often fraught with significant difficulties and risks at almost every step of the transaction. It’s extremely important to work with a knowledgeable and trustworthy legal advisor when dealing with real-estate in Ukraine. Here are some basic guidelines: • It is important to perform the deal and payment strictly in accordance with Ukrainian Civil, Banking and Investment law to avoid future difficulties with repatriation of investments and investment income. • Proper due diligence as well as proper legal planning and examination of real-estate transactions are crucial while investing in real-estate in Ukraine due to risk of fraud. • The commission of real-estate agencies is typically around 3–5% from the real-estate purchase price, payable only if the deal is concluded. Real-estate agencies are not regulated and do not require a license to operate. Therefore, we highly recommend that you also use an independent real-estate legal advisor to assist you with proper advice when concluding your transaction.
• Individual income tax rate: 18% plus 1.5% military tax • Social security tax: 22% (applicable as part of payroll tax) • VAT: 20% • Individuals registered as Private Entrepreneur (similar to Sole Proprietorship in other countries) and listed under the Simplified Tax Scheme (3rd Group): 3–5% Note that the Ukrainian tax code defines specific rates for certain types of income or transactions which can be different from the ones mentioned above. In addition, some types of income/transactions are exempt from taxation. Therefore, to define applicable tax rate for each specific case, it is important to get professional advice.
GETTING A UKRAINIAN TAX NUMBER As a foreigner, if you are planning to work, invest, or start a business in Ukraine, most likely you will need to obtain a Ukrainian tax number. Therefore, it’s usually a good idea to get this done as soon as possible. If you are overseas, the application for tax number can be filed by your representative in Ukraine under a Power of Attorney. The application processing time is about 5 working days.
HIRING STAFF In Ukraine, a company can hire people either under labour agreement (i.e. as a
salaried employee) or under civil services agreement (i.e. as a freelancer, provided the person being hired is registered as a Private Entrepreneur (PE)). If hired as a salaried employee, the company should assume roughly 40% tax overhead on top of the salary in-hand to the employee. On the other hand, in a freelancing arrangement, the salary tax burden is approx. 5%. As a result of this anomaly, many companies tend to reduce their costs by arranging staff as a mix of freelancers and full-time staff. However, such a structure requires careful tax and legal planning in order to avoid getting on the wrong side of the law.
MISTAKES IN DOCUMENTATION This is the last tip we have for you today, but it is certainly not the least! Unfortunately in Ukraine, you will often find that important agreements and documents that are prepared for you may contain misprints and errors. This can be caused by a number of reasons including lack of professional quality controls, lack of use of computer technology and automation or overworked staff. What should you do? A simple solution is to presume that the documents have errors and have them double-checked by your trusted local professional advisor. This article is brought to you by Contact Ukraine LLC - a Kyiv-based boutique firm that provides consulting and professional services to international clients in the areas of business setup, immigration, real-estate investment, taxation, banking, and living in Ukraine. If you need our services, please contact us info@contactukraine.com or visit our website at www.contactukraine.com.
PAYING FOR INVESTMENTS Foreign nationals are allowed to pay for their investments in Ukraine (opening a business, buying real-estate or other type of investment) in two possible ways: • Directly from their account overseas (in this case, payment is made in foreign currency); -or• By opening an investment bank account in Ukraine. In this case, the foreign national must transfer money in foreign currency to the investment account, convert it to local currency hryvna (UAH), and then pay for the investment in the local currency. Note that an investment account is the only type of bank account in Ukraine for foreign individuals that allows them to make settlements for their investments. www.kievcheckin.com
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Terrace Restaurant Panoramic summer terrace on the roof with the street food menu +38 044 5859933 +38 067 2429003 Vozd-hotel.com Boutique hotel Vozdvyzhensky 60 a Vozdvyzhenska St.
Golden Gate Pub Irish pub with live music on Friday and Saturday evening +38 044 235 5188 www.karta.ua/restoran/restaurants_kiev/golden_gate.html Zotolovoritska St, 15
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Sunduk pub Great place to meet friends in a cosy atmosphere sunduk-pub.kiev.ua a) 16 Mykhailivs’ka St. +38 044 279 1465 b) 22 Prorizna St. +38 093 015 3016 c) 7 Leontovycha St. +38 044 270 55 19
VA BENE bistro High-end Italian restaurant near the National Opera House +38 044-377-75-65 +38 067 480 61 61 carteblanche.ua/restaurants/ VaBene.html 19-21 Bogdana Khmelnitskogo St. Prego Cafe Network of cosy Italian restaurants www.prego.in.ua a) 2, Tarasa Shevchenko Blvd +38 044 235 04 28 b) 27 Druzhby Narodiv Boulevard +38 285 20 42
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Fellini The world of gourmet Italian dishes +38 067 43 00202 fellini.in.ua 5 Architect Gorodetsky
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Turkish cuisine
TIKE Turkish restaurant in Podil +38 044 482 4819 tike.com.ua/en 31a, Sagaydachnogo St. Turkish House Turkish cuisine right in Khreschatyk +38 044 466 0196 www.turkishhouse.com.ua 24 Khreschatyk St.
Lebanese & European Cuisine
Mon Cher Lebanese restaurant with great location close to Golden Gates +38 044 235 1596 moncher.in.ua 11 Yaroslaviv Val St.
Mexican Cuisine
La Cantina Tex-Mex Texan and Mexican Restaurant in city center +38 044 278 2214 La-cantina.com.ua 23A Prorizna St.
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Fish Market Restaurant Good selection of fish dishes +38 044 278 2265 fishmarket.in.ua 24a, Volodymyrska St. Cafes CAFES Coffee House (network of cafes) Great place to relax, have a meeting or even work a) 13, Yaroslaviv Val St. +38 044 235 3586 b) 7/11, Khreschatyk St. +38 044 279 6573 c) 24, Lesi Ukrainky Blvd +38 044 284 2549 d) 8/14, Velyka Zhytomyrska St. +38 044 278 5984 Lviv Handmade Chocolate Cafe Chain of cosy cafes with good selection of coffee and handmade sweets +38 044 425 0320 www.chocolate.lviv.ua 2Б Andriivs’kyi descent BaoBab cafe Cosy atmospheric cafe with great selection of coffee just near Sofiivska square +38 096 451 0101 18/2 Volodymyrska St. Kaffa Cafe Two oriental cafes in center to enjoy
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