Sculptors and artists in the Ukraine are working on putting the finishing touches to one of the country’s newest and most unique tourist attractions: the Seven Lovely Pysankas Sculpture Park
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Lviv All Set For Winter Olympics Bid
The Ukrainian city of Lviv’s proposed bid to host the 2022 Winter Olympics looks set to go ahead following the endorsement of Deputy Prime Minister and Infrastructure Minister Borys Kolesnikov, who said in an interview that he’s confident of the city’s chances of success.
Ukraine Stirs Up Tourism Collaboration
Ukraine’s State Agency for Tourism and Resorts, along with the German Organization for International Cooperation (GIZ), have begun discussions for mutually promoting Ukraine tourism. According to the official news a round-table on: “The issue of creating systemic conditions for forming and promotion of national tourism product in the domestic and international markets”, has already been held in Kiev.
Biometric IDs A Step Toward EU – Ukraine Visa Simplicity
Biometric IDs in Ukraine appear to be on the way in. A draft law there providing for the creation of a unified state register of every Ukrainian citizen has passed fist scrutiny there. Reportedly a measure to beef up border security between Ukraine and the EU, citizens traveling abroad may feel a bit like Big Brother is watching via a built-in proximity chip keeping tabs on each citizen.
Last Chance at Love: Sleeping Beauty Ukraine Style
Visitors to Kiev may have an opportunity like no other visitor to any city. The National Art Museum of Ukraine has a special guest on exhibition, Sleeping Beauty. You read that correctly, an art project by the same name sets Ukrainian beauty to the test, “will true love awaken Sleeping Beauty?”
CNN Features New Eye On Ukraine Series
CNN will highlight politics, culture, and business in Ukraine in the new series, Eye On Ukraine (a feature in CNN’s international Eye On programming). The new attention comes on the heels of CNN reporter, Max Foster’s coverage of the June 2012 European Football Championship, which took place in Ukraine.
England vs Italy Boosts Euro 2012’s Quarters Flights to Ukraine Search
According to TravelSuermarket, England qualification into the Euro 2012’s quarter finals causes an incredible uplift in flights to Ukraine and Poland.
Foreign Guests Love Ukraine During EURO 2012
Despite the warnings of British newspapers, foreign football visitors coming to Ukraine have seen nothing but a holiday of football and friendly people.
Euro 2012 Causes Massive Spike in Ukraine Tourism
The UEFA Euro 2012 football competition has generated a massive increase in the number of people traveling to Ukraine, with over 300,000 visitors crossing the Ukrainian border.
Donetsk Gets Ready for Euro 2012 With a New Airport
Ukraine has prepared for the EURO 2012 with a brand new terminal at Donetsk international airport, as well as renovations on airports in Kiev, Boryspil and Zhuliany.
Dnipropetrovsk Blasts Raise Questions on Travel Safety in Ukraine
Four explosions have rocked the city of Dnipropetrovsk (formerly Yekaterinoslav), Ukraine’s fourth largest city, yet not one of the cities that will host major soccer games during Euro 2012.
What Makes Kiev a Fashionable Destination in 2012?
Many musical, cultural and sport events take place in Kiev every year, but 2012 takes the cream. Check out some of the top reasons to visit Kiev this year.