Got back from taking aid to Ukraine from UK yesterday. Small Qs at border, people great...in fact the nicest I ever met. Off again in two weeks. Food is the best, women beautiful...I love the place. Only downer is they drive like its a race😂
I am heading to Ukraine in the spring, war or no war. I have scheduled time to volunteer with a group the is rebuilding houses in Kharkiv and Kherson Oblasts. So I am not just going as a tourist. From the US traveling to Warsaw by plane, then by train into Ukraine, is the easiest and cheapest route. Booking 5-7months out saves a lot of money on the plane tickets. My flights dropped from around 2k USD to travel in the next 3 months to 750 USD when I booked 7 months out. Personal Advice: Dont rush, enjoy your trip. No matter how much you are able to take in there is always something else you will learn about that you will want to see. So just plan on taking another trip to Ukraine, you will end up wanting to visit again anyway.
There are several bus lines operating from Warsaw into Ukraine. In May 2023, I rode a FlixBus from Warsaw to Lviv, then went by train. Crossing the border took less than an hour and a bus is quieter, has wifi, and is more comfortable than a train ride. Yes, volunteers are welcomed and respected.
It makes me happy to see some sort of normalcy in Ukraine nowadays even though there's fear and terror looming underneath. I was in Kyiv six years ago and I recognise several of the places in this video. Such a welcoming country and friendly people. I will certainly visit again. Slava Ukraini!
Ukraine still uses Soviet railroad gauge, so for a train to cross the border into Poland every truck under every wagon must be changed. It would be better if Ukraine would upgrade certain lines to standard gauge to inter-operate with Europe. It would also mean that russian trains could not operate in Ukraine. When rebuilding, new railroads should be in the standard gauge further distancing Ukraine from Soviet legacies and better integrating it into Europe.
That's so true, but unfortunately USSR bring us to a lot of sucks as trains, culture and mind-set. Just recently in the past few year's ppl are starting realising that we cant rely on any of the governments or etc. We have to take to our hands and made it we are donating, fixing, rebuilding, fighting.
Thanks Taya , it’s really nice to see you , You weren’t showing up on my TH-cam lately so I decided to look you up , anyway interesting subject on traveling Ukraine 🇺🇦 😊💙💛 really enjoyed it hope all is well 😘
My neighbour is from Ukraina and she is in this moment in Kyiv. I am working twice a week as speakteacher specially for people from Ukraina. That's good, that you show us, how everything is looking like from the other side of the TV-News.👍
Your explanation of what's what in the Ukraine and your travel tips are eye-opening and informative. Your videography is excellent too. Thank you. Andrew M. Nevada US.
@@dancoffey3552 How is tourism right now? Is a foreign tourist a rarity these days, or can you still see and hear quite a few tourist in the city center and tourist attractions? And what do you think of the overall safety situation at the moment? I'm planning to go to Lviv and Kyiv for 10 days this April. Not too worried myself, but my family is pushing me not to go. Thanks, stay safe and enjoy!
Congratulations Taya for reaching 200K subscribers. Goodluck to you and your channel. Stay safe . Thanks for posting this video during all the troubles.
I visited Ukraine in July 2023 for 2 weeks and it was best trip ever. From Poland I needed only a passport. I confirm that passing a border is very problematic because it takes around 4 hours.
Dear Taya, it's such a fantastic country and people!🇺🇦✌ I've been in Ukraine iften ftom 2017 to 2020 - coaching start-ups. Some still work! Next time - I'd love to go and this time seriously learn Ukrainian! Surely in 2024. Would love to meet you then. Take care and go on with your vids!😊 Your tips a very helpful for planning!
Thank you for your positive outlook and staying in touch with the world. Yes you are a great ambassador for your country. Your videos are well formatted and your beauty and pleasant personality are always pleasing to watch. Peace & Love to Ukraine❤️🌸💕
I entered Ukraine on a Schengen passport a couple of years before the war. Unbelievably easy to enter. Even easier to enter other western countries. Walk straight in no questions asked……..love it! Wow your video shows the exact same spot I bought my Hard Rock Cafe Chernobyl T shirt. Thanks for sharing such beautiful memories. 🥰
Fun fact. When I was younger and was going to courses after school I heard those sirens for the first time and got really anxious. I think they were just checking them but yea it wasn't pleasant.
Oh my gosh, I hadn't seen an image of St. Andrews since I was there in '94. Still beautiful. I bought a small oil painting from a local artist in that same market area. It hangs in my office to this day. Although the painting is of St. Sophia, not St. Andrew. Thank you for the wonderful tour Taya Wishing peace to your people and country.
Guys, I have lived in Russia, Serbia, Montenegro, Poland and I assure you that nowadays it is safer to walk through Kiev, than through Los Angeles or San Francisco... even than through London or Paris...
Hi Taya. I'm from Spain, near Barcelona. I like your channel. You are making a very good videos. I am interested in your maravellous country. I am following vídeos about your country since 2021. I desire then God bless you and your country. See you soon again. 💞
I crossed the border from Poland 4 times last year. Was over in less than half an hour. When going back, dont get in line with the trucks (you'll be there for a week), drive your car along them all the way to the border crossing to cross within 4 hours. Some more expensive hotels will have a shelter with a bar. Beautiful country! Worth the visit! NL ❤ UA
Thanks Taya, I will go to Kiev next week for work by train from Poland Your video is very informative and I will share it with my family who is worried about my trip in Ukraine
Дякую тобі! Гарне відео. Ми будемо там до 1 вересня, щоб підтримати освіту у Львові, Україна. Дідусь і бабуся моєї дружини з Одеси. Слава Україні! Перемоги Україні!
Thanks for the information. Some good starting points. To read on. Looking for road maps. To read on and mark locations. Gorky park in Odessa to meet Tetyana. Thanks.
Once again, I learn that if I don't know a word in Ukrainian, it's better to try it in Danish than in English. Above the door to the library. I easily read "Bibliotek" as in Danish
I can confirm, it's quite easy to visit Ukraine. I am from Austria and I was in Ukraine last March because we had to go to a funeral. However, your insurance might not pay in case of accidents or emergencies because of visiting a country which is classified of high risk! Just be careful and take care!
It's so interesting you just showed the places that I visited in Ukraine back in 2018. The restaurant is great, has a nice dessert. The flea market is nice also.
Advising your bank you're going to Ukraine is good advice! Many people use Google Pay so set that up. Cards are mostly tap, but chip works too. Crossing the border was far less dramatic that I anticipated. Passport check by friendly soldiers, 1/2 hour later the train was on its way. I was somewhat disappointed they didn't ask for my invitation (from the hospital where I would be volunteering), which I heard was required. I thing having a passport from the US smoothed the way in alot of situations. Uber is very cheap and you can pay cash. And that's good because Uber was the one app that wouldn't play nice with my American credit/debit card. Except for humanitarian/medical missions we performed to Donbass, I felt very safe. This was especially true on the street in the cities of Kiev and Lviv. No sketchiness at all. People aren't messing around these days, and there's a midnight curfew. It sounds strange for people to hear, "except for the air raids, it's very safe" but it's true. Kiev is just beautiful! The market and pathways Taya shows us are really beautiful and full of lovely Ukrainian people out enjoying the summer. I fell in love with the place and will be back in spring on another humanitarian mission. - Taya... what were the names of those restaurants?
Yup, I took two of my kids with me to Ukraine last year during the war, and it wasn't a problem. And then, my 16-year-old daughter and I went to Kyiv just last month. It was great to see the culture and resilience of the people. I can't wait to go again!
(i made this picture of myself in front of the mirror some time ago when i was more muscular with muscle control added to enhance the shape plus the effect of lense distortion). It is according to one of my son's shape. Thats all i made besides natural artwork which i can't just show for the most part.
Thank you Taya for your insights into current situation in Ukraine. I am very interested in visiting in the future. Maybe in the next year or two. In the meantime … Slava Ukraini, Heroyam Slava! 🇦🇺🇺🇦
Leaving is the hard part. Train tickets are difficult to buy if you don't buy them very early (20 days for Kyiv-Warsaw). Buses and cars can be stuck at the border for 10+ hours. (Poland)
Great video. Also I am sure you probably heard it alteady. Starting in January 2024, a Visa will be requested visa to everyone traveling to travel to any Europe Union Country. The 90 days rule bye bye.
I would like to come right away...and I would also like to marry a girl from Ukraine...you are very beautiful and have the right values...glory to Ukraine
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I give you a hero of Ukraine 🇺🇦 medal! Gucci man Don
Can ❤❤❤i visit you in Ukraine, my beautiful ❤️❤️ ❤️ friend? because i love you Tanya.
Red Velvet !! 😂😂❤ That cake is a famous cake in my area of the US. I wonder were it is originally from.
Hello 👋🤗👋 my beautiful ❤️❤️❤️ friend Tanya. nice to meet you someday.
Hello selamat pagi apa kabar adek ku🙏🙏💞✈️💐💐🙏🙏
God Bless you!!! God Bless Ukraine!!!
I pray for peace and stability in Ukraine . Just stay strong war will be over. Watching from Philippines.God bless
The scenery of the village in Ukraine is so beautiful! It's sad to hear that there is a war going on,the war should stop.🙏🇮🇳❤
I love Ukraine from Bangladesh ❤
I love Bangladesh from Ukraine ❤️🇺🇦🇧🇩
I love Bangladesch from Germany 🇩🇪 🇺🇦🇧🇩 can you teach me some words in your language
I love very much Ukraine from Pakistan❤❤❤❤❤@@Алька-о6ш
Got back from taking aid to Ukraine from UK yesterday. Small Qs at border, people great...in fact the nicest I ever met. Off again in two weeks. Food is the best, women beautiful...I love the place. Only downer is they drive like its a race😂
Maybe a moving target is harder to hit i support Ukraine 100% would love to visit and help but old age is creeping up on me
Hey brother can I contact you somehow!!
Yea,that’s about us 😂
I am heading to Ukraine in the spring, war or no war. I have scheduled time to volunteer with a group the is rebuilding houses in Kharkiv and Kherson Oblasts. So I am not just going as a tourist. From the US traveling to Warsaw by plane, then by train into Ukraine, is the easiest and cheapest route. Booking 5-7months out saves a lot of money on the plane tickets. My flights dropped from around 2k USD to travel in the next 3 months to 750 USD when I booked 7 months out. Personal Advice: Dont rush, enjoy your trip. No matter how much you are able to take in there is always something else you will learn about that you will want to see. So just plan on taking another trip to Ukraine, you will end up wanting to visit again anyway.
How do we join this volunteer group?
Would you stop in Kiev and put a fresh coat of paint on my house?
I’ll have to make some beaded stuff and send to you to take with and hand out!!
@@Smithsj82:
*Kyiv (Київ).
There are several bus lines operating from Warsaw into Ukraine.
In May 2023, I rode a FlixBus from Warsaw to Lviv, then went by train.
Crossing the border took less than an hour and a bus is quieter, has wifi, and is more comfortable than a train ride.
Yes, volunteers are welcomed and respected.
It makes me happy to see some sort of normalcy in Ukraine nowadays even though there's fear and terror looming underneath. I was in Kyiv six years ago and I recognise several of the places in this video. Such a welcoming country and friendly people. I will certainly visit again. Slava Ukraini!
I was there last week, and vloged about it
Via your videos, I learned that Ukraine is a beautiful country to visit. Love from India ❤
Ukraine still uses Soviet railroad gauge, so for a train to cross the border into Poland every truck under every wagon must be changed.
It would be better if Ukraine would upgrade certain lines to standard gauge to inter-operate with Europe.
It would also mean that russian trains could not operate in Ukraine.
When rebuilding, new railroads should be in the standard gauge further distancing Ukraine from Soviet legacies and better integrating it into Europe.
That's so true, but unfortunately USSR bring us to a lot of sucks as trains, culture and mind-set. Just recently in the past few year's ppl are starting realising that we cant rely on any of the governments or etc. We have to take to our hands and made it we are donating, fixing, rebuilding, fighting.
Taya like I said before just keep doing what you do and your channel will grow. Great to see you.
Thank you for your information, Taya 💙💙💛💛
I have just been and come back. Currently in Poland before going home back to England. I am so glad I went. Wonderful place, wonderful people.
Did you just need your passport to get across the border into Ukraine? Planning on going to Ukraine myself soon.
Did you use the train or bus?
@@markdabbs6520 Bus getting in, train getting out. Advice: book ahead, get the train. All services book up fast.
I Love You Taya, keep safe there in Ukraine, God Bless you & your Family, Love from 🇺🇸 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
i have be 2 weeks back Lviv and is great i had no problems
Thanks Taya , it’s really nice to see you ,
You weren’t showing up on my TH-cam lately so I decided to look you up , anyway interesting subject on traveling Ukraine 🇺🇦 😊💙💛 really enjoyed it hope all is well 😘
My neighbour is from Ukraina and she is in this moment in Kyiv. I am working twice a week as speakteacher specially for people from Ukraina. That's good, that you show us, how everything is looking like from the other side of the TV-News.👍
This girl is one of the secret hero of Ukraine.. keep it up Taya.. life must goes on
Your explanation of what's what in the Ukraine and your travel tips are eye-opening and informative. Your videography is excellent too. Thank you. Andrew M. Nevada US.
American here. Kyiv is great right now. The big surprise is how good the food is here.
How are the bars and restaurants? Busy and full of life or dead?
@@rckptt0076 the bars are definitely hurt by the curfew. I look forward to seeing how the bars are once the war is over
@@dancoffey3552 How is tourism right now? Is a foreign tourist a rarity these days, or can you still see and hear quite a few tourist in the city center and tourist attractions? And what do you think of the overall safety situation at the moment? I'm planning to go to Lviv and Kyiv for 10 days this April. Not too worried myself, but my family is pushing me not to go. Thanks, stay safe and enjoy!
Congratulations Taya for reaching 200K subscribers. Goodluck to you and your channel.
Stay safe . Thanks for posting this video during all the troubles.
I was in Ukraine last week. I enjoyed my visit and did vlog about it
Good for you Taya you speak English fluently
I visited Ukraine in July 2023 for 2 weeks and it was best trip ever. From Poland I needed only a passport. I confirm that passing a border is very problematic because it takes around 4 hours.
Dear Taya, it's such a fantastic country and people!🇺🇦✌ I've been in Ukraine iften ftom 2017 to 2020 - coaching start-ups. Some still work! Next time - I'd love to go and this time seriously learn Ukrainian! Surely in 2024. Would love to meet you then. Take care and go on with your vids!😊
Your tips a very helpful for planning!
Thank you Taya for the tips, I just booked and will be there in five weeks. Kviv, Lviv and Rivne ❤
Taya as usual very informative always nice to see beautiful Ukraine. Slava Ukraine
Geroyam slava ❤
Thanks Taya!! Stay safe! Slava Ukraini
Love from Scotland. Slava Ukraini
I am English but live near Krakow and have made some Ukrainian friends, this was very interesting to see thank you Taya.
Thank you for your positive outlook and staying in touch with the world. Yes you are a great ambassador for your country. Your videos are well formatted and your beauty and pleasant personality are always pleasing to watch. Peace & Love to Ukraine❤️🌸💕
I entered Ukraine on a Schengen passport a couple of years before the war. Unbelievably easy to enter. Even easier to enter other western countries. Walk straight in no questions asked……..love it! Wow your video shows the exact same spot I bought my Hard Rock Cafe Chernobyl T shirt. Thanks for sharing such beautiful memories. 🥰
Showing the market, love the old buildings, thanks.
Taya, u are the big ambassador of Ukraine! Making a very good work for your country! 👍
Fun fact. When I was younger and was going to courses after school I heard those sirens for the first time and got really anxious. I think they were just checking them but yea it wasn't pleasant.
Glad you showed us some beautiful buildings and what it is like outside!.
Your videos show the true beauty of the Ukraine! Most of your videos get a lot of views! Congratulations! You speak good English, not everyone does
Thanks for sharing the information if people decide to come visit Ukraine. Always enjoy your streams Taya from Ukraine:) .
Watching from Brazil , this is a country I would like to visit , it is so good to know more about it.
I am from Indian Tibetan, i always pray for Ukrain and i hope the war is stop soon. Please take care.
Am from Nagaland (North East India) and i really want to visit Ukraine
Thank you very much for this video. Seriously. It has helped me to assess the realities of traveling to a war zone.
Slava Ukrainia. My heart goes out to all y'all. Hi from Florida
I love Ukraine from the Philippines.
Admiration for your very strong personality.
From India
With Love.
Oh my gosh, I hadn't seen an image of St. Andrews since I was there in '94. Still beautiful. I bought a small oil painting from a local artist in that same market area. It hangs in my office to this day. Although the painting is of St. Sophia, not St. Andrew.
Thank you for the wonderful tour Taya Wishing peace to your people and country.
Guys, I have lived in Russia, Serbia, Montenegro, Poland and I assure you that nowadays it is safer to walk through Kiev, than through Los Angeles or San Francisco... even than through London or Paris...
Hi Taya. I'm from Spain, near Barcelona. I like your channel. You are making a very good videos. I am interested in your maravellous country. I am following vídeos about your country since 2021. I desire then God bless you and your country. See you soon again. 💞
Excellent video ,very informative but get in the shelter next time please. Slava Ukraine ❤
Casually filming video during Air Alarm, your totally awesome Taya, keep doing your videos, I'll keep liking them!
Nice ,informative video.i enjoyed touring your places & your foods.stay safe.more power❤
I lived in Podil. I miss Pazata Hata, Loved it and will return soon
I crossed the border from Poland 4 times last year. Was over in less than half an hour.
When going back, dont get in line with the trucks (you'll be there for a week), drive your car along them all the way to the border crossing to cross within 4 hours.
Some more expensive hotels will have a shelter with a bar.
Beautiful country! Worth the visit! NL ❤ UA
I'm just glad you're safe Taya. I hope to meet in person soon.
Thanks for info beautiful!! I would love to go visiting there someday soon !!
God bless you hun and ukraine can’t wait till the war is over makes me sick ❤️
Thanks Taya, I will go to Kiev next week for work by train from Poland Your video is very informative and I will share it with my family who is worried about my trip in Ukraine
If I ever visit Ukraine, I will sure come & visit you myself, my lovely Taya.
You are very honest one would have to visit Ukraine to have a meal in a restaurant because history and heritage is all under protection no tourism
Thanks for the very informative video. I am hoping to visit Ukraine this spring (entering from Moldova)
Have a wonderful day!!
I love Ukraine from Kashmir ♥️♥️
Love you Taya 🥰
Greetings from NL 🇳🇱 and BR 🇧🇷
Дякую тобі! Гарне відео. Ми будемо там до 1 вересня, щоб підтримати освіту у Львові, Україна.
Дідусь і бабуся моєї дружини з Одеси.
Слава Україні! Перемоги Україні!
Hello Taya. I will be departing the USA September 5 with the destination of Kyiv. Please watch for an email beginning with DMZ… Best of wishes!
Hi Taya, it´s an interesting video, thanks you show us Kiev!
Thanks for the information. Some good starting points. To read on. Looking for road maps. To read on and mark locations. Gorky park in Odessa to meet Tetyana. Thanks.
Hi Taya, you brave soul , your video makes me want to come back I left in December 2021 because I had a bad feeling 😳
this video helped me a lot! thanks for doing this! I'll go there in august.
Good that my first and last ruzzian VISA, is in my old passport
Once again, I learn that if I don't know a word in Ukrainian, it's better to try it in Danish than in English. Above the door to the library. I easily read "Bibliotek" as in Danish
speak Russian, they will knock you down
Thanks for the update and keeping us informed- stay safe Taya! ❤ Best wishes from the UK,
Verdade
Always happy to see you again and happy , stay strong and catch your luck in the minute ❤ greeting from Bavaria Germany 🇩🇪 🇺🇦👍🍀
Ukrainian women are not with German men in Germany so cut the crap matey
I can confirm, it's quite easy to visit Ukraine. I am from Austria and I was in Ukraine last March because we had to go to a funeral. However, your insurance might not pay in case of accidents or emergencies because of visiting a country which is classified of high risk! Just be careful and take care!
MMMMM? those sirens? i wish you all the best! I love your work!
It's so interesting you just showed the places that I visited in Ukraine back in 2018. The restaurant is great, has a nice dessert. The flea market is nice also.
Advising your bank you're going to Ukraine is good advice! Many people use Google Pay so set that up. Cards are mostly tap, but chip works too. Crossing the border was far less dramatic that I anticipated. Passport check by friendly soldiers, 1/2 hour later the train was on its way. I was somewhat disappointed they didn't ask for my invitation (from the hospital where I would be volunteering), which I heard was required. I thing having a passport from the US smoothed the way in alot of situations.
Uber is very cheap and you can pay cash. And that's good because Uber was the one app that wouldn't play nice with my American credit/debit card.
Except for humanitarian/medical missions we performed to Donbass, I felt very safe. This was especially true on the street in the cities of Kiev and Lviv. No sketchiness at all. People aren't messing around these days, and there's a midnight curfew. It sounds strange for people to hear, "except for the air raids, it's very safe" but it's true.
Kiev is just beautiful! The market and pathways Taya shows us are really beautiful and full of lovely Ukrainian people out enjoying the summer. I fell in love with the place and will be back in spring on another humanitarian mission.
- Taya... what were the names of those restaurants?
Kyiv.
Hi Taya. This is a great presentation and I have learnt a lot about traveling to Ukraine except where to find you💕💕💕
Yup, I took two of my kids with me to Ukraine last year during the war, and it wasn't a problem. And then, my 16-year-old daughter and I went to Kyiv just last month. It was great to see the culture and resilience of the people. I can't wait to go again!
I love your vlogs and try to watch almost all videos❤
Dear Taya this is a very professional and useful explanation for us who want to visit your Country. Congratulations !!!
Love from Pakistan, Taya and Ukraine
(i made this picture of myself in front of the mirror some time ago when i was more muscular with muscle control added to enhance the shape plus the effect of lense distortion). It is according to one of my son's shape.
Thats all i made besides natural artwork which i can't just show for the most part.
When you come by car you might need an insurance for Ukraine. Otherwise it's very uncomplicated and just takes a lot of time if you come with one.
Thank you Taya for your insights into current situation in Ukraine. I am very interested in visiting in the future. Maybe in the next year or two. In the meantime … Slava Ukraini, Heroyam Slava! 🇦🇺🇺🇦
On time I will come Ukraine and see Ukrainian brave people also meet you❤ I love Ukraine 💪🇺🇦
The cakes you showed made my mouth water. It's sad seeing the library in front being empty
Bought some blueberries today from the Ukraine
T hug Ann’s for sharing the information….Alex🇬🇷
Leaving is the hard part. Train tickets are difficult to buy if you don't buy them very early (20 days for Kyiv-Warsaw). Buses and cars can be stuck at the border for 10+ hours. (Poland)
I don't know how leaving Ukrainian women is hard they don't even like you fool
Interesting subject. Thank you Taya.
Sorry to see that your summer vacation in the village is over.
rebuilding isnt fast realy.. because ores are amongst rocks not just complete solid metal underground to mine.
Thank you Taya for this helpful video in my opinion the challenging part is getting a bus or train to Ukraine
Nice to see you again as it's been a few years since I last saw your channel, stay safe our lovely Taya of Ukraine 🤟💞💞
Great video. Also I am sure you probably heard it alteady. Starting in January 2024, a Visa will be requested visa to everyone traveling to travel to any Europe Union Country. The 90 days rule bye bye.
THANK YOU! STAY SAFE!
Thanks for nice video... Good luck.
I love you taya, your are so beautiful
Slava Ukraine 🇺🇦
I would like to come right away...and I would also like to marry a girl from Ukraine...you are very beautiful and have the right values...glory to Ukraine
(then also no nations are allowed into space projects like this either).